Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia | Magellan Explorer Expedition Ship

Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

Overview of Activities for the Season

From Punta Arenas in Chile, embark on an expedition that seamlessly integrates South Georgia and the Falkland Island (Malvinas). Enjoy a Falklands adventure, watching the rockhopper penguins and gentoos thrive in their natural habitat. From the comfort of a zodiac, you can watch Black-browed Albatrosses and Petrels soar high above. Discover local settlements by foot and connect with those who call this island their home.

South Georgia is the next stop on your journey. Here, majestic mountains remain permanently covered in a thick layer of snow and ice. This island paradise is a wildlife lover's dream. Elephant seals and one of the largest penguin colonies in the world can be seen basking along the beaches. Be on the lookout as we cruise from bay to Bay for graceful seabirds flying across the skies and whales.

Day by day

Day 1: Punta Arenas

Explorers house in Punta Arenas is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. A collective transfer transports you to the port at 16:00 hours. Our Expedition Team provides historical insights as we navigate the Strait of Magellan.

Day 2: At Sea

Enjoy the hospitality of the ship during our voyage to the Falklands. A captivating series lectures and presentations are scheduled.

Day 3: Saunders Island & Carcass Island

Day 4: Port Stanley

Day 5 & 6: South Georgia

Day 7: Elsehul Bay

Day 8: Grytviken & Fortuna Bay

Day 9: Gold Harbour & Cooper Bay

Day 10: St Andrews Bay & Ocean Harbour

Day 11: Prion Island & Salisbury Plain

Day 12, 13 & 14: Falkland Islands

Day 15: Bleaker Island

Day 16: At Sea

Day 17: Punta Arenas

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St. Andrews Bay | South Georgia | King penguins

Cruise Includes

Comprehensive material containing information before and after the journey.

Exclusive entry to Explorers House granted to Punta Arenas guests.

The provision of waterproof boots for shore excursions, charges for landings, a contingency plan, and the IAATO passenger fee.

Daily buffet-style breakfast, along with à la carte lunch and dinner options, inclusive of beverages such as wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water, and onboard snacks.

Included in the package are guided shore excursions, along with onboard lectures and entertainment.

Cruise does not include

Beverages purchased at the ship’s bar.

Internet connection on board the ship.

Personal travel insurance.

Extra expenses (communication, laundry, souvenirs, etc.).

Gratuities

Visas for Chile and/or Argentina, passport expenses, and any arrival and/or departure tax, if applicable.

Accommodation, meals, excursions, and transfers other than those included in the itinerary and the Contingency Plan corresponding to each voyage. Specifically, dinner in Punta Arenas upon return from Antarctica is not included.

Highlights

Witness the world's largest king penguin colony and observe elephant seals.

Attend educational presentations on South Georgia's history and fauna.

Engage in an educational program during the return journey to the Falkland Islands.

Activities

Sea Kayaking

Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.

Ice Camping

Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.

Snowshoeing

Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.

Photography

Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.

Explorer Boats

Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.

Yoga

It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.