Antarctica: Chilean Fjords and Antarctica Cruise

Depart from London Heathrow and fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s dynamic capital, where you will spend the first night of your Chilean Fjords and Antarctica cruise in a specially selected hotel. This cosmopolitan city is bursting with life and you may wish to spend the evening taking in some of the city’s sights and experience a fraction of its lively nightlife. Alternatively, spend a restful night in the comfort of your hotel room to ensure that you feel refreshed and ready for the Antarctic cruise to begin.

Following breakfast at the hotel, catch a flight to Ushuaia on the island of Tierra del Fuego where you will board the MS Fram to begin the first leg of your Antarctica cruise around the Chilean fjords. Take a look around the city’s attractions or eat in one of the many restaurants if time permits before your ship sets sail. The main shopping area is located on the waterfront and is a great opportunity to buy souvenirs as well as warm winter clothing suitable for an Antarctic cruise.

Begin your cruise sailing around the southernmost tip of South America, Cape Horn, before winding your way in and out of scenic fjords through the plethora of islands. Weather permitting, over the next few days the Antarctica cruise ship aims to navigate the Beagle Channel, visit the small coastal settlement of Puerto Williams, sail to the important breeding grounds for penguins on the deserted Magdalena Island and visit the town of Punta Arenas.

Named after Sir Francis Drake, the famous English sea captain, this body of water is now all that separates you from beginning your Antarctic cruise. On-board lectures provide you with valuable insights into the histories of past explorers who navigated this difficult passage. Wind and waterproof jackets are provided on your Antarctica cruise so that you can watch from the outdoor observation decks for some of the wildlife that inhabits these waters such as whales, dolphins, penguins and albatrosses.

Excitement builds as guests wrap up warm and head out on deck in the crisp, cold air or congregate in warmth by the windows of the ship’s Panorama Lounge as the pristine white continent comes into view. As the Antarctica cruise ship navigates the icy waters enjoy more informative talks about the wildlife in Antarctica and learn about the history and geology of this magnificent landmass. The experienced crew will decide upon the safest routes and landing sites during the course of the Antarctic cruise to make sure that you get an incredible experience.

Heading north this time, your Chilean Fjords and Antarctica cruise takes you once again through the Drake Passage. Take some time to reflect on the incredible continent that you have just visited and enjoy some of the ship’s on-board facilities such as the outdoor Jacuzzi or the gym and sauna facilities. Keep an eye out for more wildlife as your Antarctica cruise makes its way back to Tierra del Fuego.

Disembark the ship and if there is time before boarding your return flight to Buenos Aires, take the opportunity to further explore the world’s most southerly city. Arriving in Buenos Aires transfer to your hotel where you will spend your last night of your Chilean Fjords and Antarctica cruise.

Following a farewell breakfast at the hotel your Antarctica cruise concludes. Transfer to the airport where you will board your return flight back to the UK.