Wild Antarctica - Weddell Sea Fly/Sail

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.

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 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.

On the morning of day 3 you will awake to your ship sailing through the Antarctic Sound, the entrance to the mesmerising, ice-filled Weddell Sea. As you sail through this spectacular area make sure to keep an eye out on deck or in one of the many observation areas for wildlife. Your onboard photography expert can help you to capture the perfect iceberg photo, and as we sail further through the sound, possible landings may include the penguin hotspots of Gourdin Island and Brown Bluff.

Welcome to the mesmerising area of the Weddell Sea, where huge ice shelves calving monstrous tabular icebergs, waters rich in krill and otherworldly landscapes combine to create one of Antarctica’s most unique regions. As your ship pushes further into the Weddell Sea we will explore by Zodiac possible landing sites such as Paulet Island. The onboard palaeontologist will accompany you on visits to the Seymour and James Ross islands' fossil fields, offering exceptional insights on the geology and history of these intriguing areas.

The next stop on this exciting itinerary 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. Areas we expect to visit include the Astrolabe or Enterprise Islands, Port Lockroy, and Paradise Harbour. For the more adventurous there will be ample opportunities for kayaking and snorkelling. Kayaking and snorkelling incur an additional cost and should be booked in advance.

After your thrilling exploration of Antarctica it’s time to head back towards South America as your ship sails north through the famous Drake Passage. Keep an eye out in one of the many observation areas for the seabirds, including albatross, which follow the ship, and the last iceberg sightings. Enjoy informative lectures on the wildlife, history and geology of the areas you have discovered and enjoy sharing tales and photos with your fellow shipmates. Enjoy a fantastic farewell dinner on your last night onboard.

On the morning of day 13 you will awake to your ship gently cruising along the Beagle Channel into Ushuaia. After breakfast it will be time to say goodbye as you disembark and transfer to the airport or to a downtown location should you wish to extend your time in Ushuaia.