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Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise

Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise

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Description

Fly to Antarctica and explore by ship – witness the White Continent in all its pristine, untouched splendour. This vast wilderness reveals countless forms of beauty, from sculpted ice and luminous skies to thriving wildlife and mirror-still seas.
Penguins fill the rocky shores – gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie – nesting, tending their chicks, or diving through the icy shallows. Seals rest on drifting floes, while whales—humpback, minke, orca, and sei – glide through the frigid waters in graceful procession.
Every voyage reveals a new rhythm of life: shifting light, towering icebergs, and the profound stillness of one of Earth’s last true frontiers. This is Antarctica in its purest form – vast, raw, and unforgettable.

Trip Name
Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise
Days
10
Overview
Vessel Type: Small Expedition Ship Length: 71 meters Passenger Capacity: 42 Built for true polar exploration, MV Polar Athena combines the rugged power of an icebreaker with the intimacy of small-group travel. With the highest 1A Super ice-class rating and space for just 42 guests, she offers one of the most personal Antarctic experiences available. Born as a research vessel and reimagined for modern-day adventurers, Polar Athena slices through heavy sea ice with ease, offering unmatched agility, comfort, and access to remote destinations. Her small size ensures that all guests can disembark together for Zodiac excursions, maximising time ashore and embracing the spontaneity of wildlife encounters and shifting weather. On board, guests enjoy Scandinavian-style comfort with thoughtfully designed cabins, panoramic observation lounges, and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Whether you're spotting whales from the elevated bow deck, relaxing in the wellness area’s hot tub, or enjoying freshly prepared meals in the cosy dining room, Polar Athena offers immersive exploration without the crowds. Her bridge lounges welcome guests throughout the voyage, offering behind-the-scenes insight and a shared sense of purpose with the crew, making each journey feel like a genuine expedition into the unknown.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Arrive in Puerto Natales, Chile
Begin your Antarctic journey in the remote Puerto Natales, and experience Patagonia’s soul from the first moment. Our team will meet you at the airport upon your arrival and transfer you to your hotel. If you wish to spend a few days here before your expedition, you can  join our Torres del Paine extension package and stay in a traditional Patagonia lodge. 
Day 2 - Day 2 Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island, Antarctica
After meeting our team in Puerto Natales, Chile, you’ll board a two-and-a-half-hour charter flight with your fellow guests across the Drake Passage to King George Island, your gateway to Antarctica.Upon landing, a Zodiac transfer will take you to your ship, where your voyage into the white continent begins.
Day 3 - Days 3- 8 Dramatic coastlines and penguin colonies
We plan to visit remote and rugged islands along the peninsula, where you’ll see dramatic volcanic cliffs, glacier-sculpted shorelines, and encounter large colonies of Adélie, chinstrap and gentoo penguins nesting side by side, with their hungry chicks.You’ll glide through the narrow and stunning channels often packed with glittering sea ice and steep mountains on both sides by still waters. Into Antarctica’s hidden placesPrepare to enjoy a Zodiac cruise through sapphire-blue iceberg-filled coves and serene reflective waters, as we are on the lookout for humpback whales, leopard seals, and calving glaciers.We’ll also hope to land on islands, where gentoo penguins nest among whalebone relics, and young fur seals frolic in shallow waters, while elephant seals will be hauled out on shore. Exploring Antarctica's raw and untouched beautyWe often sail into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula through the scenic Gerlache Strait, flanked by jagged peaks.If ice conditions allow, we’ll venture into regions renowned for impressive tabular icebergs and dramatic landscapes.
Day 4 - Day 9 Fly back to Puerto Natales from King George Island, Antarctica
On the final day, we hope to disembark at King George Island and take a charter flight back to Puerto Natales. There, you’ll stay at our very comfortable lodge, where you can relax and reflect on your extraordinary Antarctic experiences.
Day 5 - Day 10 Enjoy your last day in Puerto Natales, Chile
For those continuing their adventure, there’s the opportunity to join our Torres del Paine extension package, where you may go horseback riding through the stunning Patagonian landscapes, take a scenic hike to Mirador Base Las Torres, visit Laguna Sofia, explore the Milodón Cave, or enjoy other carefully planned activities.
Day 6 - Please note:
We prefer to embrace spontaneity and make the most of every opportunity nature presents to us. This is how we believe a true, authentic expedition should run… for those who don’t just travel—they explore. Our listed itineraries are for guidance only. The day-to-day activities may vary depending on the ice, the weather, and the wildlife. Landings are subject to site availability and permissions, and always in line with IAATO guidelines and Antarctic Treaty regulations. We pledge to follow the strictest environmental protocols. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
04-12-202613-12-2026Array Array27,495Classic Twin
04-12-202613-12-2026Array Array28,995Signature Twin
04-12-202613-12-2026Array Array33,995Classic Suite
04-12-202613-12-2026Array Array33,995Signature Single
04-12-202613-12-2026Array Array37,495Signature Suite
11-12-202620-12-2026Array Array27,495Classic Twin
11-12-202620-12-2026Array Array28,995Signature Twin
11-12-202620-12-2026Array Array33,995Signature Single
11-12-202620-12-2026Array Array33,995Classic Suite
11-12-202620-12-2026Array Array37,495Signature Suite
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array29,995Classic Twin
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array32,495Signature Twin
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array36,495Classic Suite
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array36,495Signature Single
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array39,995Signature Suite
18-12-202627-12-2026Array Array0Special Departure
03-12-202712-12-2027Array Array28,495Classic Twin
03-12-202712-12-2027Array Array29,995Signature Twin
03-12-202712-12-2027Array Array34,995Classic Suite
03-12-202712-12-2027Array Array34,995Signature Single
03-12-202712-12-2027Array Array38,495Signature Suite
10-12-202719-12-2027Array Array28,495Classic Twin
10-12-202719-12-2027Array Array29,995Signature Twin
10-12-202719-12-2027Array Array34,995Classic Suite
10-12-202719-12-2027Array Array34,995Signature Single
10-12-202719-12-2027Array Array38,495Signature Suite
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array30,995Classic Twin
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array33,495Signature Twin
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array37,495Signature Single
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array37,495Classic Suite
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array40,995Signature Suite
17-12-202726-12-2027Array Array0Special Departure
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array30,995Classic Twin
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array33,495Signature Twin
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array37,495Signature Single
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array37,495Classic Suite
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array40,995Signature Suite
24-12-202702-01-2028Array Array0Special Departure

Inclusions

    • Exclusive Antarctica Fly-Cruise via Puerto Natales—skip the Drake Passage with round-trip flights from and back to Puerto Natales, Chile, the gateway to Torres del Paine, where jagged peaks and vast glaciers form Patagonia’s dramatic landscapes—the perfect prelude or finale to your trip.
    • See penguin colonies come alive—gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins nesting and courting in the thousands.
    • See the first whales—humpbacks, minkes, sei and orcas— of spring breach and blow offshore, while seals lounge on drifting sea ice.
    • Explore iconic Antarctic locations—see sites such as Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Paradise Bay, and the Gerlache Strait — made accessible by our ice-strengthened ship.
    • Exceptional photographic opportunities—capture stunning wildlife encounters, dramatic icescapes, and the unique Antarctic light.
    • Expert-led exploration—enjoy specialist lectures and excursions led by our experienced expedition guides, deepening your connection to this unique environment.

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