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Antarctic Dream Expedition (11 days / 10 nights)
Antarctica XXI (7 days / 6 nights)

Chile is one of seven countries worldwide, from both the northern and southern hemispheres, to claim a portion of Antarctica as national territory. Nonetheless, the treaty signed in 1959 protects the continent and its neighboring islands from mineral exploitation and indefinitely suspends all formal discussion of ownership.

The Antarctic is a land of extremes, a destination that enthralls all who participate in the exciting voyage to one of the most remote and fascinating natural reserves in the world. The Antarctic with its stunning beauty, incredible colors reflected of the ice, wildlife in full splendor and magnificent sites to visit promises to be an unforgettable experience for travelers in search of an exceptional ambiance. The continent is covered with a cape of ice formed by the constant accumulation of snow in the course of hundreds of thousands of years; the thickest part measures approximately 2,5 miles / 4 kilometers, hidden beneath are mountains, valleys and prairies. Huge ice masses break off on a daily basis, turning into icebergs that can be several miles long. Wildlife in the Antarctic is singular. Due to the fact that the White Continent has no history of hunting, animals are usually fearless of human beings and are actually "intrigued" by their company.

Being able to wander amidst thousands of penguins and sea lions makes this place a paradise for photographers.

Mv Antarctic Dream Expedition (11 days / 10 nights)

DAY 1 USHUAIA (ARGENTINA)

Boarding of the "Antarctic Dream". Reception on board and departure at approx. 7 p.m.

DAY 2 & 3 DRAKE PASSAGE - SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS

Sail to the Drake Passage and we pass the Antarctic Convergence that serves as a biological barrier. Arrival at South Shetland Islands.

DAY 4 DAY KING GEORGE ISLAND

Heavily populated by penguins, we will also observe marine birds and sea elephants. Helicopter flight; disembarkation at Aitcho Island, sail of the Strait of Brainsfield and Gerlache to the Andvord Bay.

DAY 5,6,7 & 8 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

Enjoy the magnificent scenery; watch out for a wide variety of the native wildlife like penguins, southern birds, and marine mammals. Disembarkations at Neko Bay and Goudier Island. Sail to penguins of Petermann Island and various disembarkations and sails in zodiac boat. Possible meeting with scientists working at research stations. Sail to Cuverville Island, after that Deception Island, an active volcano with hot springs to bathe in. Disembarkations at Whaler's Bay, Pendulum Cove and Livingston Island.

DAY 9 & 10 DRAKE PASSAGE

We will leave Antarctica through the Drake Passage and return to Patagonian territory.

DAY 11 USHUAIA

After breakfast we will disembark.

Please note: The exact route and program varies according to ice and weather conditions and the wildlife you encounter Flexibility is the key to success for this expedition.

Antarctia XXI (7 days / 6 nights)

...the first air cruise to Antarctica!

DAY 1 PUNTA ARENAS

Arrival at the city of Punta Arenas where you will be met by Antarctica XXI Staff, to be later transferred to the selected hotel. During the afternoon, before dinner, you will receive instructions in relation with the norms that should be followed in Antarctica and about the procedures of embarkation and disembarkation. Later, you will enjoy our welcome dinner at the José Nogueira Hotel, a centenary French style hotel, where you will have the chance to meet your expedition mates.

DAY 2 PUNTA ARENAS - KING GEORGE ISLAND

Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands). The flight takes a little over three hours. Upon arrival, you will be able to tour around the area where the "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and "Bellingshausen" Russian Base are located. At the beach on Fildes Bay you will embark by Zodiac boats to M/V "Grigoriy Mikheev".

DAY 3 - 6 ANTARCTICA

As cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the Peninsula along ice-filled fjords and between spectacular icebergs, you can enjoy the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. The journey toward the south may include visits to some of the most magnificent spots in the white continent such as: Hannah Point, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, Cuverville and Deception Islands amongst others. There will be daily landings and cruises in Zodiac boats as well as selected lectures and enjoyable time on board.

DAY 7 KING GEORGE ISLAND - PUNTA ARENAS

Return to King George Island, where you will disembark in Zodiac boats at Fildes Bay by "Presidente Eduardo Frei M." Chilean Base and head to the "Teniente Marsh" aerodrome at the Chilean Base to take the flight back to Punta Arenas. End of program upon arrival at the Airport in Punta Arenas.