Spend a life-changing week amid some of the most remote and awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet. Take in views of snow-covered mountains, watch turquoise icebergs drift by and experience the enveloping silence of endless ice and snow. Encounter the region’s hardy wildlife, from hopping penguins to humpbacks cresting out of the waters. By flying directly in and out of King George Island, you’ll make the most of every second in these majestic southern waters.
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This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond control.
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Make your way to your hotel in Santiago and settle in. The evening is yours to enjoy and explore at your leisure.
Today you will fly from Santiago to Puerto Williams. Upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel for your pre-cruise overnight stay, where you will receive or exchange the complimentary expedition gear. The remainder of the evening is free to relax and explore.
After an early breakfast, you will transfer to the airport for your flight to King George Island. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the ship for embarkation.
As the largest of all the South Shetland Islands, King George is considered the gateway to Antarctica. At just 120 kilometers from the Antarctic Peninsula and the only airport in the South Shetlands, it is the connection between “real life” and “Antarctic life”. More than 10 different nations have year-round or summer-only scientific research stations on the island (considering that 90% of the island is covered by snow and ice, that is quite an achievement!). Maintaining a base on the island allows membership in the Antarctic Treaty. There is even a Russian Orthodox church, with a permanent on-site priest. The island might be home to a few international scientists, but they are very much outnumbered by the diverse wildlife that considers King George Island rightfully theirs. Adelie, Chinstrap, and Gentoo Penguins all commute to and from the Antarctic Peninsula from the island, while Weddell and leopard seals are regular visitors and can be spotted either in the water or on the shore. Naturally, this brings a huge amount of birdlife: skuas and southern giant petrels are regular summer residents, attracted by the warm climate (warm being a relative term, average temperature is between 1.5 and -6.5˚C). The island was named after King George III after a British explorer discovered it in 1819. Since then the island has been claimed by both Chile (1940), and Argentina (1943), but remains part of British Antarctic Territory.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Few voyages ignite the imagination like a journey down to one of the planet’s most remote, extreme, and enchanting wilderness, Antarctica. An adventure in its purest form, only a handful of people will ever be lucky enough to experience the majestic beauty of these monochrome landscapes first-hand. The Antarctic Sound will be one of your first encounters with this whitewash kingdom, located at the northerly tip of the Antarctic Peninsula - which sprawls up like a tentacle towards Tierra del Fuego, South America’s most southerly point, otherwise known as the "End of the World". Taking its name from the first ship to brave the passageway between the peninsular and the Joinville Island groups back in 1902, the Sound is a raw, sensory assault of imposing iceberg slabs, broken away from the disintegrating Larsen Ice Shelf. Come face-to-face with arena-sized islands of ice and meet the extraordinary birdlife that calls this whitewash kingdom home. Watch on, as colonies of Gentoo penguins hop around, and cape petrels sweep overhead, as the continent’s unique wildlife thrives around you. If you’re planning your first venture into Antarctica, you’ll want to brush up on your photography skills in advance, to capture this unforgiving continent in all of its unrestrained glory. Read our blog for tips on how to ensure that your photos do justice to the adventure of a lifetime.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
The Antarctic Peninsula unravels upwards towards South America, reaching out a beckoning finger to the adventurous, who dare to explore this untamed realm. Stretching up from the heart of the world’s southernmost continent, the Antarctic Peninsula lies a mere 620 miles from Tierra del Fuego and, for many, offers a spectacular first taste of the snow-blanketed landscapes and colossal ice sculptures, which make up Earth’s least-explored continent. Unseen by humans until 1820 - a blink of an eye ago in relative terms - this is an adventure sure to make your hairs stand on end, as you experience the thrill of the truly unknown and extraordinary. The vast peninsula is sprinkled with research bases, which are at the frontline of human scientific endeavor, pushing to study and understand this unique landscape, its exceptional wildlife, and the impact that humans are having on this pristine continent. Witness cathedral-sized icebergs up close, and blue-hued glaciers, slowly slipping from imposing locations like Hope Bay. Blanched mountain peaks cover the peninsula, and you’ll find thousands of adorable Adelie penguin pairs thriving undisturbed in this peninsula’s unique setting.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
The ice-coated Antarctic Peninsula forms perhaps the most accessible region of mainland Antarctica, lying a mere 480 miles away from South America, across the fabled waters of Drakes Passage. Lying close to the northwestern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, separated by the Bransfield Strait, the South Shetland Islands fall under the jurisdiction of the Antarctic Treaty, suspending claims on their sovereignty. Several countries maintain research bases here, and with plump elephant seals, and crowds of Gentoo, Chinstrap, and Adelie Penguins also calling the islands home, it can even feel a little crowded at times. King George Island is the largest and most hospitable island, hosting the majority of the research stations - some of which are populated all year round by tiny, hardy crews. Don’t be fooled though, these islands offer extraordinary adventure in one of the most remote locations on Earth. The triple peaks of Mount Foster tower above the archipelago, and you’ll feel your heart pumping a little quicker, as you sail into the core of Deception Island’s magnificent collapsed volcano caldera. Hike the lunar landscapes within, and even dip into the improbably warm, geothermally heated waters of Pendulum Cove. Elephant Island, meanwhile, is written deep into the annals of Antarctic expedition legend, as the site where Ernest Shackleton and the stricken crew of the Endurance miraculously survived a harsh Antarctic winter, in 1916. Discover even more reasons to visit this incredible icy kingdom and find out why many consider the South Shetland Islands to be the jewel in Antarctica’s Crown, by reading our blog.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
After disembarking at King George Island, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Puerto Williams, where you will spend the night at your included hotel.
As the largest of all the South Shetland Islands, King George is considered the gateway to Antarctica. At just 120 kilometers from the Antarctic Peninsula and the only airport in the South Shetlands, it is the connection between “real life” and “Antarctic life”. More than 10 different nations have year-round or summer-only scientific research stations on the island (considering that 90% of the island is covered by snow and ice, that is quite an achievement!). Maintaining a base on the island allows membership in the Antarctic Treaty. There is even a Russian Orthodox church, with a permanent on-site priest. The island might be home to a few international scientists, but they are very much outnumbered by the diverse wildlife that considers King George Island rightfully theirs. Adelie, Chinstrap, and Gentoo Penguins all commute to and from the Antarctic Peninsula from the island, while Weddell and leopard seals are regular visitors and can be spotted either in the water or on the shore. Naturally, this brings a huge amount of birdlife: skuas and southern giant petrels are regular summer residents, attracted by the warm climate (warm being a relative term, average temperature is between 1.5 and -6.5˚C). The island was named after King George III after a British explorer discovered it in 1819. Since then the island has been claimed by both Chile (1940), and Argentina (1943), but remains part of British Antarctic Territory.
Breakfast included.
Today, depart Puerto Williams and take your included flight back to Santiago, concluding your Antarctic journey.
This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond control.
Breakfast included.
| Dates | Cabin | From | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Nov 2026 - 08 Dec 2026 | AUD$41400pp | Includes specials! | |
| Silver Suite | Save 10% |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
• Large veranda with patio furniture and
floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Main bedroom has a large walk-in wardrobe
with personal safe and a bathroom
with double vanity, walk-in shower and
whirlpool bath
• Second bedroom has a separate wardrobe
and a bathroom with walk-in shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed in both
bedrooms
• Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Three large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
• Espresso machine
• Large veranda with patio furniture and
floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Bathroom with double vanity, walk-in
shower and whirlpool bath
• Third guest can be accommodated in
an additional single bed bedroom
• Twin beds or king-sized bed and a
single bed in the additional bedroom
• Vanity table(s)
• Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Three large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Sound system with Bluetooth
connectivity
• Espresso machine
• Large veranda with patio furniture and
floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Bathroom with double vanity, walk-in
shower and whirlpool bath
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Two large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Sound system with Bluetooth
connectivity
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• Espresso machine
• Large veranda with patio furniture and
floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Bathroom with double vanity, walk-in
shower and whirlpool bath
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Two large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Sound system with Bluetooth
connectivity
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• Espresso machine
• Veranda with patio furniture and floorto-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with convertible sofa to
accommodate an additional guest
• Dining area
• Bathroom with double vanity and walk-in
shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Vanity table(s)
• Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Two large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Sound system with Bluetooth
connectivity
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• Sound system with Bluetooth
connectivity
• Espresso machine
• Veranda with patio furniture and floorto-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area with convertible sofa to
accommodate an additional guest
• Bathroom with double faucets on large
vanity and walk-in shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Vanity table(s) / Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a
bathroom with vanity and shower
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area with convertible sofa to
accommodate an additional guest
• Bathroom with double faucets on large
vanity and walk-in shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Vanity table(s) / Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a
bathroom with vanity and shower
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area with convertible sofa to
accommodate an additional guest
• Bathroom with double faucets on large
vanity and walk-in shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Vanity table(s) / Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a
bathroom with vanity and shower
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area with convertible sofa to
accommodate an additional guest
• Bathroom with double faucets on large
vanity and walk-in shower
• Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Vanity table(s) / Writing desk(s)
• Custom-made bed mattresses
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a
bathroom with vanity and shower
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Wall mounted USB mobile device
chargers
• Direct-dial telephone(s)
• One large flat-screen TVs with
Interactive Media Library
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