Antarctic Explorer Express | Antarctica Holidays

Itinerary Highlights

Keep a close watch for whales, seals and penguins
Admire extraordinary, rarely sighted wildlife
Enjoy Zodiac cruises to secluded bays and quiet coves, filled with enormous glaciers and towering icebergs

What's Included

Flights
Accommodation Throughout
Transfers

9 nights from £8,695 per person

Kristen Lanskail-Morris

Travel Specialist

0203 131 4707

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

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Discover the frosty shores of Antarctica on this nine-day adventure with AE Expeditions. Expert guides help design your personalised itinerary, so you can make the most of this extraordinary place. Admire the stunning glaciers and icebergs and sight rarities of the wild, making incredible memories to last.

Your adventure includes a pre-voyage stay in Argentina and a post-voyage stay in Chile, with cosy accommodation in both destinations, right in the beating heart of the local scenery. Private transfers to and from your hotels are included.

Once you’ve moved through Argentina, and Drakes Passage, reach the icy shores of Antarctica and prepare to explore all its beauty across a two-day stopover. Choose from zodiac excursions, wanders along the beaches, trips to secluded bays or simply some downtime on the ship’s observation decks. Discover an array of sea life, from penguin colonies to mighty albatrosses, and admire the pearly ice cliffs and pointed glaciers as you glide through the richly blue seas. If you’re feeling brave, there are plenty of spots along the way where you can try a polar plunge!

Itinerary

Day 1 Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia and meet with a representative of AE Expeditions. Take a private transfer with your fellow travellers to your designated pre-voyage hotel, which will be Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort or Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel. Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort is nestled in the hilltops, overlooking snow-capped mountains and the glistening waters of Ushuaia Bay. Meanwhile, the family-friendly Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel offers spacious suites with mesmerising views over the Beagle Channel.

Day 1 Embarkation

Check-out of your hotel in the morning. Enjoy some free time before reconvening in the hotel lobby in the afternoon for a short sightseeing tour of the nearby La Mision Neighbourhood. This is where the Anglican pioneers settled before the Argentinian Navy arrived in 1884. Explore the age-old houses lining the streets, the old Government House and the Old Prison Museum. After the tour, embark Sylvia Earle and settle into your cabin. Join a celebratory welcome dinner in the evening to kickstart your adventure.

Day 3 - 4 Drake Passage Crossing

Set sail across the mighty Drake Passage crossing towards Antarctica. The crew on board will share important wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures and commence the first of many fascinating talks on Antarctica’s history, environment, and endemic wildlife. As the waves propel the ship forwards, take snaps of any seabirds in sight, including albatrosses and giant petrels. On day four, Keep your eyes peeled for an iceberg as you approach the South Shetland Islands!

Day 5 - 7 Antarctic Peninsula

Arriving in Antarctica, the Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands are yours to explore. With 18-25 hours of daylight, you have plenty of time to admire the sights. The experienced expedition team will organise the itinerary here, tailoring each day to suit your interests. You can sail along some of the narrow straits surrounding the offshore islands, explore scenic bays, join a Zodiac excursion to search for whales, or stroll along the pebbled beaches to find the best spots for some dramatic photographs.

Day 8 Fly King George Island to Punta Arenas

Fly from King George Island to Punta Arenas, Chile. Upon arrival, take a private transfer to Hotel Dreams del Estrecho for an overnight stay. This hotel offers a calm atmosphere in secluded bliss, placing you amid the stunning scenery Nearby landmarks include Memorial to Ferdinand Magellan and Plaza de Armas.

Day 9 Punta Arenas

After breakfast, part ways with your fellow adventurers and get ready for your journey home. A private transfer to the airport is included.

Kristen Lanskail-Morris

Travel Specialist

0203 131 4707

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

Enquire

Pricing Information & Dates

9 nights from £8,695 per person

Kristen Lanskail-Morris

Travel Specialist

0203 131 4707

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

Enquire

Price Includes

Return International Flights as per the itinerary
All airport taxes and security charges
Accommodation and meals as specified
Transfers as specified
Activities and excursions as specified
All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified

Price Excludes

Travel Insurance
Any meals not specified in the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Optional excursions

Why Choose Us?

Passionate travel experts

We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences

Personal & tailor-made

You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love

Responsible by nature

We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours