Indulge in a luxurious pre-cruise stay at the Mandarin Oriental or an equivalent, nestled in the heart of Santiago, offering a seamless blend of modern elegance and world-class service.

Start your journey with a scenic charter flight from Santiago to Puerto Williams, the southernmost town in the world, nestled in the rugged beauty of Chile’s Magallanes Region. Puerto Williams has recently become a key departure point for scientific expeditions and tourism trips to the Antarctic region.

Sailing the legendary Drake Passage is a rare and epic adventure. Leaving Cape Horn, you journey toward Antarctica’s icy realm, where towering icebergs, penguins, and whales greet you. Explore historic islands like Elephant and Deception, following in the footsteps of great explorers. Even in rough seas, albatrosses and dolphins may accompany you on this unforgettable voyage into the frozen unknown.

Few journeys stir the soul like venturing to Antarctica, one of the planet’s most remote and enchanting wildernesses. At the Antarctic Sound, near the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, you’ll encounter towering icebergs from the Larsen Ice Shelf and vibrant wildlife, including Gentoo penguins and cape petrels. Experience the raw beauty and majestic landscapes of this frozen frontier, a rare adventure only a lucky few will ever witness first hand.

The Antarctic Peninsula stretches towards South America, inviting the adventurous to explore its untamed beauty. Just 620 miles from Tierra del Fuego, it offers a stunning first glimpse of Antarctica’s snow-covered landscapes and massive ice formations. Unseen by humans until 1820, this wild frontier is home to research stations studying the unique wildlife and environment. Marvel at towering icebergs, blue glaciers, and thriving Adelie penguin colonies in this breathtaking, untouched world.

The Antarctic Peninsula, just 480 miles from South America via Drake Passage, is the most accessible part of mainland Antarctica. Nearby South Shetland Islands, home to elephant seals and penguins, host research bases under the Antarctic Treaty. Explore King George Island, Deception Island’s volcanic caldera, and even dip in its geothermally heated waters. Elephant Island, where Shackleton’s crew survived the harsh winter of 1916, adds a touch of history to this extraordinary, remote adventure.

The Drake Passage is a legendary and challenging stretch of ocean between South America and Antarctica, known for its fierce winds and powerful currents. It offers a thrilling voyage into the icy wilderness of the southernmost continent, where albatrosses and marine life accompany adventurers.

Puerto Williams, a small Chilean city on Navarino Island, claims the title of the “southernmost city in the world.” Surrounded by breathtaking windswept mountains and the striking “Dientes de Navarino,” it offers a peaceful, rustic charm compared to bustling Ushuaia. Founded as a naval base in 1953, Puerto Williams is now a gateway for Antarctic expeditions and scientific missions.

To guarantee ultimate comfort and peace of mind, all our Antarctica voyages debarking in Puerto Williams include round-trip charter flights between Santiago and Puerto Williams