Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail/Fly

Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail/Fly 11 days

Prices From £7,000pp
24 FEB, 2020 | Up to 10 nights

Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail/Fly 11 days

Aboard: Greg Mortimer

This fly/sail itinerary skips out both crossings of the Drake Passage, allowing for optimum time to explore the pristine white continent of Antarctica. Flying from King George Island in Antarctica on a special flight from Punta Arenas, and returning the same way, you will enjoy a classic Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard the brand new custom built polar vessel Greg Mortimer in between. On this exciting voyage you will discover the pristine wilderness of Antarctica where towering icebergs, bountiful wildlife and thrilling adventures combine to create an unforgettable journey. Spend time on deck looking for wildlife as you sail through the scenic channels, enjoy Zodiac excursions and optional kayaking and diving excursions, visit historic sites and step foot on the most spectacular continent on Earth.

Highlights

  • Fly across the Drake Passage
  • Spectacular Antarctic scenery
  • Amazing wildlife including penguins, birds and whales
  • Adventure options including kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling
  • Zodiac amongst sculpted icebergs
  • Visit historical and scientific sites

What's Included

  • Full board accommodation on board ship with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner including house wines, beers and soft drinks, afternoon tea and snacks
  • 1 night accommodation in Punta Arenas pre-voyage
  • 1 night accommodation in Punta Arenas post-voyage
  • Return charter flights Punta Arenas - King George Island
  • Group transfers as per itinerary
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell drinks including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
  • Pre-dinner drinks including canapes and bar snacks
  • Zodiac landings and excursions
  • Programme of expert lectures
  • Loan of rubber boots
  • Complimentary 3-in-1 polar jacket

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Punta Arenas
1Day

Punta Arenas

Your journey begins in Punta Arenas in Chile. Arrive independently and transfer to the hotel for your included overnight stay. Enjoy time seeing the sights of the city, before enjoying a good night’s sleep in preparation for the adventures ahead.



 Punta Arenas to King George Island
2Day

Punta Arenas to King George Island

In the morning you will transfer to the airport for your charter flight to King George Island in Antarctica. Flying over the Drake Passage is a momentous feeling as you watch civilisation disappear below you and anticipate landing in the white continent. Upon arrival at King George Island there may be time to explore the penguin and seal-rich waters of Fildes Bay and visit the surprising Trinity Church at Bellingshausen Station, before boarding your ship and settling in to your comfortable surroundings.

Antarctic Peninsula
3 - 9Days

Antarctic Peninsula

As you awake on day 3 the sight that awaits this morning is the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. A land of superlatives, Antarctica’s vast proportions are a sight to behold. Enjoy Zodiac excursions to explore penguin rookeries, visit historic sites and scientific stations, and get up close to the masses of elaborate icebergs. Watch seals basking on the ice floes, join an excursion in search of orca sightings, and enjoy the exhilaration of stepping foot on the white continent. As with all polar expeditions, your exact itinerary in Antarctica will be dictated by weather and wildlife sighting opportunities so be prepared for the unexpected. Making the most every moment, your captain will choose the best course each day for wildlife viewings and adventures, with a new experience guaranteed each day. For the more adventurous there will be ample opportunities for kayaking.

King George Island to Punta Arenas
10Day

King George Island to Punta Arenas

After your thrilling exploration of Antarctica your ship will arrive back at King George Island where you will disembark for the final time. If time and weather permits you may be able to further explore the island, before catching your charter flight back to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival in Punta Arenas you will transfer to your hotel for your included overnight stay.

Punta Arenas
11Day

Punta Arenas

After breakfast in the hotel it will be time to bid farewell to your fellow passengers as you check out and head to the airport for your onward or homeward travel.

A view from Above

All Aboard

Greg Mortimer
Luxury vessel

Greg Mortimer

The brand new (2018-19) “Greg Mortimer” is a purpose-built expedition vessel capable of negotiating the strongest winds and waves, and has been built to world-class polar standards. The Greg Mortimer redefines expedition cruising for the future, utilising the ULSTEIN X-BOW, a cutting edge nautical technology which allows for gentle travel and motion at sea, reduced vibrations, improved comfort and safety on board, virtual anchoring, lower fuel consumption and lower air emissions.

Robust, powerful, and built with passengers’ comfort and safety at the forefront of design, the Greg Mortimer features a modern ice-strengthened hull at ice class 1A, four sea-level launching platforms for fast and efficient access to Zodiacs, a custom-built activity platform, the most up-to-date and concise safety features including the latest ‘return to port’ technology, and has been built to meet and exceed the strict environment standards of the Polar Code, for non-intrusive and low-impact voyages.

For exceptional at sea wildlife and scenery viewing opportunities the ship has custom-built hydraulic platforms offering unobstructed views, an indoor observation lounge, side viewing platforms and an outdoor top deck which allows for 360-degree views.

With space for 132 passengers the ship has 80 well designed staterooms with en-suite bathrooms, ranging from porthole to balcony categories, a large dining room/restaurant with family style dining, a spacious lecture room, a well stocked library, Wellness Centre complete with gym equipment, sauna and spa, a multimedia room and a fully-stocked medical centre.

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Now that I am back from my odyssey voyage, I thought I would let you know that after all that planning it really did exceed my expectations – we managed landings everywhere even on Tristan da Cuhna and had great bird sightings. The guides all knew what they were talking about too and made sure I got some great photos – still sorting them all out! Thanks for everything and see you at Birdfair!

Dave Martin

I want to thank you for all you did to make my recent Falklands trip run so smoothly and comfortably. Thank you for all your help over the diet too.

Dr Lorna Mairs

Just a quick note to express my sincere thanks to you and all your staff for making this an epic adventure of immense proportions. Everything went smoothly, pickups, hotels and most of all the expedition itself. Truly a mind blowing experience unlike any I have ever taken.

Mr J Borg, Malta

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