Magellan Explorer · 8-Day Antarctica Fly-Cruise, Dec 25, 2026
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, flight connections, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Product Overview
- Operator
- Antarctica21 Antarctica21
- Ship
- Magellan Explorer Magellan Explorer
- Route
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
- Destination
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
- Travel Dates
- 2026.12.25 — 2027.01.01
- Duration
- 8days
- Price
- US$32,295 from
Trip Images
Images are indicative. Scenery and landing arrangements depend on the actual departure.
An 8-day cruise-only Antarctica21 fly-cruise departure aboard Magellan Explorer, operating Dec 25, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027. Flights around Punta Arenas and King George Island help reduce Drake Passage sea-crossing time while the voyage focuses on the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, ice scenery, wildlife, Zodiac operations and landings as conditions allow. Cabin space, pricing and operating details are confirmed by an advisor.
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, flight connections, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Trip Highlights
Punta Arenas and King George Island Flight Connection
- Antarctica21's air-cruise pattern uses Punta Arenas and King George Island flight arrangements to reduce or replace part of the Drake Passage sailing time.
- Flight timing, baggage handling, hotel briefings, transfer sequence and embarkation or disembarkation flow are subject to Antarctic weather and the operator's final documents.
Zodiac Cruising, Landings and Expedition Team
- When conditions allow, the expedition team may arrange Zodiac cruising, shore landings, brief walks, naturalist interpretation and photography opportunities.
- All activities follow daily safety briefings, environmental rules, weather, ice and the ship team's announcements.
Magellan Expedition Ship and Onboard Program
- Magellan Explorer and Magellan Discoverer are expedition ships used by Antarctica21 for air-cruise programs, with accommodation, dining, public spaces and expedition-team support.
- Cabin categories, onboard facilities and activity openings are subject to the confirmed ship and final operating plan for the departure.
Traveler Profile and Booking Notes
- This cruise-only product suits travelers who want a compact Antarctica program and can arrange international flights, visas, insurance, pre-cruise hotels or land extensions separately.
- Cabin space, fares, optional activities, flight arrangements, cancellation terms and final inclusions must be confirmed in writing before booking.
Daily Itinerary
You may first check the alongside the daily itinerary.
Flight-Cruise Preparation
Prepare for the Antarctica21 air-cruise arrangements around Punta Arenas. Hotel briefing, luggage handling, flight timing and contingency plans are subject to the operator's final documents.
Fly to King George Island and Embark
Fly toward King George Island and embark the expedition ship when conditions allow. Flight timing, baggage rules and embarkation flow depend on Antarctic weather and airport operations.
South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula waters when conditions allow, with possible Zodiac cruising, landings and wildlife observation.
Antarctic Peninsula Exploration
Explore around the Antarctic Peninsula when weather, ice and sea state allow. Possible activities include Zodiac cruising, shore landings, glacier and iceberg viewing, and wildlife observation.
Antarctic Peninsula Exploration
Explore around the Antarctic Peninsula when weather, ice and sea state allow. Possible activities include Zodiac cruising, shore landings, glacier and iceberg viewing, and wildlife observation.
Antarctic Peninsula Exploration
Explore around the Antarctic Peninsula when weather, ice and sea state allow. Possible activities include Zodiac cruising, shore landings, glacier and iceberg viewing, and wildlife observation.
Return Flight Connection
Use the return flight or transfer connection according to the operator's plan. Timing is weather dependent and follows Antarctica21's final notice.
End of Program
The program ends according to the final flight, transfer and hotel arrangements. Onward travel should allow for the operator's advised buffer because Antarctic flights are weather dependent.
Daily arrangements are subject to Antarctica21's final departure documents, weather, sea state, ice, airport operations, flight operations, environmental rules and expedition-team decisions.
Ship and Cabins
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer operates Antarctica21 air-cruise departures on the Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise program, with expedition accommodation, dining, public spaces, lectures, landing briefings and Zodiac-supported operations according to the final voyage plan.
- Operator
- Antarctica21
- Ship
- Magellan Explorer
- Product ID
- 23400
- Route
- Classic Antarctica Air-Cruise
- Departure Date
- Dec 25, 2026
Public Areas
- Expedition accommodation and onboard dining
- Expedition-team lectures, landing briefings and safety briefings
- Zodiac cruising and landing activities when opened by the expedition team
- Observation decks, public lounges and onboard activities according to the confirmed ship
- Flight-cruise coordination around Punta Arenas and King George Island, subject to the final departure documents
Pricing Details
Cabin Pricing
| Cabin | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard / Entry Cabin Category | Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. | From US$32,295 |
| Balcony, Suite and Higher Cabin Categories | Prices vary by ship, departure, cabin category, occupancy and promotion policy. Confirm live availability with an advisor. | From US$32,295 |
Included
- Onboard accommodation, onboard meals and voyage-arranged onboard activities, subject to the applicable voyage terms.
- Expedition-team lectures, landing briefings and voyage-opened Zodiac cruising or landing activities, subject to weather, ice and the voyage program.
- Whether port charges, onboard gratuities, beverages, Wi-Fi and similar items are included depends on the operator, cabin category and contract terms; confirm before booking.
Not Included
- International flights, domestic flights outside the confirmed program, visas, insurance, pre- and post-cruise hotels, transfers, land extensions and personal expenses, unless clearly included by Antarctica21 or the signed contract.
- Optional activities such as kayaking, camping or other add-ons may require separate space, conditions or fees, subject to operator confirmation.
- Additional expenses caused by weather, ice, flight, airport, port, itinerary or force-majeure changes are handled according to Antarctica21 terms and the signed contract.
Travel Notes
Route and Flight Adjustments
Antarctica air-cruise routes are affected by weather, sea state, ice, airport operations, port rules, wildlife protection and environmental regulations. Flights, landings, Zodiac cruising, activity order and time ashore may change.
Cruise-Only Booking
This page shows cruise-only reference information. Final cabin category, price, taxes, flight or transfer arrangements, optional activity space, payment terms and cancellation policy are subject to Antarctica21's written confirmation and the signed contract.
Travel Preparation
Travelers should prepare visas, insurance, polar clothing and health information according to Antarctica voyage requirements. Final meeting point, hotel briefing, luggage rules, flight timing, embarkation and disembarkation rules are subject to the pre-departure notice.