Visit the White Continent for a remarkable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. We have three unique itineraries to choose from.
Flying over Cape Horn and the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, the 2018-19 Polar Circle Air-Cruises take you to one of the most spectacular and remotest places on earth - Antarctica. Sail to the far south, and be one of the few adventurous travellers to cross the Antarctic Circle. Three departures are offered during the 2018-19 season aboard Ocean Nova.
ANTARCTICA XXI staff welcome you in Punta Arenas, Chile, before 2 PM. Transfer to your hotel and attend a mandatory briefing that provides important information about your voyage and reviews the essential guidelines for Antarctic visitors. A welcome dinner introduces you to the local gastronomy as you meet fellow adventurers from around the world.
A smooth two-hour flight takes you efficiently from Punta Arenas to King George Island, in the South Shetland Islands. Your Antarctic adventure begins as you exit the airplane and the clear Antarctic air fills your lungs for the first time. Explore the area surrounding Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen station, before boarding a Zodiac to embark your expedition vessel.
Sail along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs, while enjoying the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Visit the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, disembarking by Zodiac each day. In small groups, hike to extraordinary sites and take part in exploratory Zodiac excursions to otherwise inaccessible areas. Expert polar guides share their passion for Antarctica through an engaging program of illustrated presentations, and lead you ashore to interpret the wildlife, the history and the many wonders of the Antarctic environment. From the glass-enclosed lounge, enjoy spectacular views while sharing your daily adventures with fellow guests over a drink. The goal of the expedition is to sail far south in the attempt of reaching the Polar Circle. The Expedition Team sets the specific voyage route based on local conditions, and takes advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by Nature. Flexibility will be the key to a successful voyage. Your expedition may include visits to sites such as Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, the Lemaire Channel, Prospect Point or other magnificent places.
Back at King George Island, bid farewell to Antarctica as you board the flight to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program).
After breakfast, transfer to the Punta Arenas airport for your onward flight.
Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable expedition vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland. She was fully refurbished in 2006 and has since benefitted from annual upgrades and improvements. Her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica.
In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, Ocean Nova also has a spacious dining room, a bar, a library, a small gym, and an infirmary. The ship has a fleet of seven Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
| Category | Average size | Details |
| Single cabins | 87 ft2 – 8 mt2 | One lower single bed |
| Twin cabins | 106 ft2 – 10 mt2 | Two lower beds |
| Triple cabins | 150 ft2 – 14 mt2 | Two lower beds and one upper bed |
| Trip start and end | Triple Cabin | Twin Cabin | Single Cabin |
| Jan 1-10, 2019 |
14,995 |
17,495 |
24,595 |
| Jan 22-31, 2019 |
14,995 |
17,495 |
24,595 |
| Feb 18-27, 2019 |
14,995 |
17,495 |
24,595 |
All prices are per person and indicated in USD.
*EARLY BOOKING PROMOTION: the first 50 guests to confirm a reservation receive preferred seating and priority boarding in Punta Arenas, a $495 value!
*Single travellers can choose between booking a dedicated single cabin, booking a twin cabin for single use (an 85% supplement will be added to the rate per person in Twin Cabin) or sharing a cabin with another passenger of the same gender. For complete terms and details please see page 17 of the brochure.
For an extra level of comfort, travellers can purchase Preferred Seats on their Antarctic flight. This option offers a guaranteed aisle or window seat at the front of the aircraft, and a guaranteed empty middle seat. It also offers priority boarding when departing from Punta Arenas and an amenities kit. Price The per-person price for Classic Antarctica Air-Cruises (roundtrip) is $495.
Sea Kayaking in Antarctica See Antarctica from the unique vantage point of a sea kayak. Join a small group of participants and paddle in Antarctica under the leadership of an experienced Kayak Master. Price: $895 USD per person Hiking and Snowshoeing in Antarctica Gain greater mobility and see more of the Antarctic landscape with our hiking and snowshoeing program. Price: $195 USD per person
Accommodation at the Cabo de Hornos Hotel, the same hotel included in your Antarctic Air-Cruise itinerary. The package is available pre-expedition and post-expedition and includes group airport transfers, 1 night hotel accommodation, breakfast and drink voucher. Price Price: Single Accommodation, $280 USD. Double, $175 USD. Triple, $150 USD.
