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Chilean Fjords, Antarctica, Falklands
Great Explorers and Wildlife

Antarctica, Chilean Fjords and Falklands – Great Explorers and Wildlife Map

18 Day Voyage from £7,477 per person

MS Roald Amundsen

Travel in the footsteps of great explorers from the beautiful Patagonian fjords of Chile to the majestic ice floes of Antarctica, with an attempt to cross the Antarctic Circle, before exploring the rugged landscapes of the Falklands.

Day 1 : Santiago

Situated in a valley, surrounded by the snow-capped Andes and the Chilean Coast Range, Chile's exciting and diverse capital, offers much to discover. From Andean glaciers at the city borders, to skyscrapers and Plaza de Armas, the grand heart of the city's old colonial quarter. Visit downtown Santiago to get a real feel for the city. Learn more about the country in its many fine museums, or wander around the famous Central Market – a gourmet's delight. Your adventure starts here with an overnight hotel stay.

Day 2 : Punta Arenas

Fly to Punta Arena where you board MS Roald Amundsen for your expedition voyage to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands.

Day 3 : Chilean Fjords

Your ship cruises through the wild and remote Beagle Channel, with channels, stunning fjords and mountains that plunge straight into the icy water, this area seems almost undisturbed by humans. The ice has scoured its way between the mountains, leaving isolated islands and hidden bays and creating a unique and bewildering fjord landscape of Chile.

Days 4 - 5 : At Sea

At almost 56 degrees south, the iconic Cape Horn it is the southernmost point of South America. Prior to the construction of the Panama Canal, seafarers had to pass this infamous rocky island in order to cross from one side of the Americas to the other. Your crew will do their best to make a landing on Cape Horn, however, in this area known for its high seas and challenging conditions, this will be a great achievement, if we make it. The MS Roald Amundsen will take 1 ½ to 2 days to cross the infamous Drake Passage, depending on the weather conditions. The Drake Passage is part of the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, the most voluminous current in the world. About 95 to 150 million cubic metres of water per second are transported from west to east. As you cross the passage, you sail over the mid ocean West Scotia Ridge and over the nearly 6,000 metre deep South Shetland Trench. The weather can be atrocious on the crossing, but it can also be placid, often called the "Drake Lake". Usually, it's somewhere in between.

Days 6 - 12 : Antarctica

Isolated from the rest of the world, it's hard to describe the vastness of Antarctica, where 90% of the world's ice resides. Discover the frozen beauty and breathtaking, pristine nature at the far end of the Earth. In summer it's a breeding ground for many species of wildlife, attracted by the abundance of krill to feed on. Every voyage to this continent is a real expedition and even with the most sophisticated technology, prudence is needed when plotting a course and possible landings. Your experienced captain and the Expedition Team will make the most of the conditions to create a programme of unforgettable encounters for you. Go out on landings, hiking, launch kayaks, enjoy ice-cruising and scout for whales, seals, birds, penguins and more. See the Antarctic Landings page for details of where you might visit. Of course, the crew take special care to protect and never disturb the amazing wildlife that thrive on the ice.

Santiago skyline
Santiago skyline
Crabeater seals in Antarctica
Crabeater seals in Antarctica
Antarctica kayaking
Antarctica kayaking

Day 13 : At Sea

Say goodbye to white continent and set course for the Falkland Islands across the Drake Passage. Spend the day recapping your experiences, having fun in the Science Centre or just relaxing on board. Lectures continue on board where you can learn about the fascinating history of the Falkland Islands from 1690 when Captain John Strong of HMS Welfare made the first recorded landing, to the present day.

Days 14 - 16 : Falkland Islands

After the wilderness of Antarctica, Stanley, the capital of the Falklands, might seem a bit surreal, with its red phone boxes, double decker buses and quaint village pubs. Take a stroll around the town or join an excursion to explore the wildlife and enjoy the fantastically clear blue skies, seamless horizons and stunning white sand beaches.

At the westernmost outposts, you will see remote farms where sheep graze alongside immense colonies of albatross and rockhopper penguins, while predatory striated caracaras patrol overhead. Bird lovers will be in for a treat on Carcass Island, an avian paradise full of ducks, geese, penguins, albatrosses, caracaras and wrens. We use our small boats to go ashore and take a closer look.

Day 17 : At Sea

MS Roald Amundsen sets course across the Magellan Strait back to Punta Arenas. En route, take time to recap everything you have experienced on this expedition. As you sail, keep an eye out for nautical wildlife such as the majestic wandering albatross following the ship, utilising the winds around the vessel.

Day 18 : Santiago

Your ship arrives back in Punta Arenas in the morning, from where you'll fly back to Santiago de Chile, where you can extend your trip with a land adventure to experience more of this impressive region.

Please note: The map and the itinerary above describe the planned cruise. Weather and ice conditions will determine your final itinerary.

 

DEPARTURE DATES 2020:

February 12, 28.
November 4, 20.
December 6, 22.

DEPARTURE DATES 2021:

January 7.

Antarctica - Exploring the Frozen Continent PRICES : 2020/21





  Cabin Grades
Polar Outside Arctic Superior Expedition Suites
No Balcony Balcony No Balcony Balcony
Date Cabin Price RS RR TT TY XT XTD XY MF MB ME MD MC MA
2020
Feb Twin From 7477 8022 8628 8628 9537 9537 9537 10143 14081 10749 11960 14081 18474
To 9618 10345 11153 11153 12365 12365 12365 13172 18424 13980 15596 18424 24281
Single From 10770 11588 12497 12497 13860 13860 13860 19313 27190 20525 22949 27190 35976
To 13982 15072 16284 16284 18102 18102 18102 25373 35875 26988 30220 35875 47589
Nov Twin From 7910 8462 9151 9151 10185 10185 10185 11494 15768 11977 13424 16181 20592
To 10208 10943 11862 11862 13240 13240 13240 14986 20684 15630 17560 21236 27117
Single From 11107 11906 12906 12906 14405 14405 14405 22066 30612 23031 25926 31439 40262
To 14438 15504 16837 16837 18836 18836 18836 29050 40446 30337 34196 41548 53312
06 Dec Twin From 7580 8105 8761 8761 9746 9746 9746 10993 15061 11452 12830 15455 19655
To 9768 10468 11343 11343 12655 12655 12655 14318 19743 14930 16768 20268 25868
Single From 10628 11390 12341 12341 13769 13769 13769 21063 29200 21981 24738 29988 38388
To 13800 14815 16084 16084 17987 17987 17987 27713 38563 28938 32613 39613 50813
22 Dec Twin From 8405 8996 9735 9735 10843 10843 10843 12246 16827 12764 14315 17270 21998
To 10868 11655 12640 12640 14118 14118 14118 15989 22096 16679 18747 22687 28991
Single From 11824 12681 13752 13752 15359 15359 15359 23570 32730 24604 27707 33617 43073
To 15395 16537 17966 17966 20108 20108 20108 31056 43270 32435 36572 44452 57059
2021
Jan Twin From 7910 8462 9151 9151 10185 10185 10185 11494 15768 11977 13424 16181 20592
To 10208 10943 11862 11862 13240 13240 13240 14986 20684 15630 17560 21236 27117
Single From 11107 11906 12906 12906 14405 14405 14405 22066 30612 23031 25926 31439 40262
To 14438 15504 16837 16837 18836 18836 18836 29050 40446 30337 34196 41548 53312
Date Cabin Price RS RR TT TY XT XTD XY MF MB ME MD MC MA

PLEASE NOTE:

  • All prices are shown in £s per person.
  • All planned landings are subject to weather and ice conditions. All itineraries are subject to change.

The price you pay for your cabin will depend on when you book. Early bookers will get the 'from' price. As the cabins get booked up, the price will rise towards the 'to' price, which is the highest fare that you will pay. It is strongly advised to book early to get the best fare.


Your voyage price includes :

  • • Overnight in Santiago de Chile before the cruise, including breakfast.
  • • Transfer from your hotel to Santiago de Chile Airport.
  • • Return Economy flight from Santiago de Chile to Punta Arenas.
  • • Transfers in Punta Arenas including city tour.
  • • Hurtigruten Expedition in cabin grade of your choice on a full board basis.
  • • Free tea and coffee.
  • • Landings with small boats and activities on board and ashore.
  • • Professional English speaking expedition team that gives lectures as well as accompany landings and activities.
  • • Complimentary wind and water resistant jacket.
  • • Loan of boots and trekking poles.

Not included :

  • • International Flights
  • • Travel insurance
  • • Optional excursions
  • • Luggage handling

Add a Flight Package. Price from £1,708 per person

Your Flight Package price includes :

  • • Return flights in economy class between London and Santiago de Chile.
  • • Transfer from airport to hotel in Santiago de Chile before the voyage.
  • • Transfer between airport and hotel in Santiago de Chile after the cruise.
  • • Overnight in Santiago de Chile and transfer from hotel to airport after the cruise.

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