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Punta Arenas, Chile - Ushuaia, Argentina

13 Day Tour

Departs: 13 March 2025

Ship: Sylvia Earle

Welcome to Aurora Expeditions’ Spirit of Antarctica featuring the Chilean Fjords expedition.  

As Antarctica laps up the last of the summer sun and the landscape bathes in dappled light, its inhabitants show no signs of slowing down. Sail across the famed Drake Passage to and from Antarctica, admiring spectacular seabirds and approaching the ice as the explorers of old did – by sea. With one eye on the sky, watching for skuas, terns or cormorant chicks, you will also need one eye on the water’s surface. This time of year is when humpback whales are peaking in numbers and when you may see penguin chicks heading out for their first swim. 

 

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Hone your ice and wildlife photography skills. 
• In Zodiacs, explore quiet bays and coves in search of wildlife and marvelling at dazzling icebergs. 
• Observe extraordinary wildlife including migrating whales and moulting penguins.  
• Sail the Chilean Fjords, keeping watch for the many seabirds and marine wildlife including dolphins, sea lions and whales preparing to return to warmer climates for the winter.

 

INCLUISIONS:

• All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary. 
• One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Punta Arenas on Day 1. 
• Half-day tour of Punta Arenas on Day 2, prior to embarkation.  
• Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.  
• All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.  
• Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.  
• Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.  
• All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.  
• Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.  
• Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).  
• One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.  
• Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.  
• Comprehensive pre-departure information.  
• Port surcharges, permits and landing fees. 
• Gratuities for ship’s crew.

 

Ref: AURORA