Inaugural Air-Cruise | Magellan Discoverer Expedition Ship

Inaugural Air-Cruise

Begin your Antarctic quest in Punta Arenas and voyage through remote southern fjords, along the legendary Beagle Channel, and across the formidable Drake Passage to reach the white wilderness of Antarctica. Encounter untouched landscapes, dramatic ice formations, and diverse wildlife. With flexible daily landings led by an expert team, each day presents new surprises and moments of awe in one of the most extreme environments on Earth.

Day by day

Day 1: Start of the air-cruise

Set sail from the southern Chilean port of Punta Arenas, navigating the historic Strait of Magellan. As you head toward Cape Froward, the southernmost point of the South American continent, observe seabirds and marine life in their natural habitat. Magellanic penguins, cormorants, and other coastal species are commonly sighted in this windswept region, offering a fitting start to your polar journey.

Day 2: Explore Southern Patagonia

As your vessel enters the glacier-lined waterways of Southern Patagonia, you may be greeted by Peale’s dolphins darting through the waves. Sail through the dramatic Glacier Alley and venture out by Zodiac to the mighty Garibaldi Glacier. Surrounded by steep cliffs and lush vegetation, the site offers a powerful display of nature’s grandeur and a chance to experience one of Patagonia’s least-visited gems up close.

Day 3: Beagle Channel

Day 4 - 5: Drake Passage

Day 6, 7 & 8: Explore Antarctica

Day 9: Scheduled return flight from Antarctica

Day 10: End of the air-cruise

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Highlights

Navigate through the Beagle Channel and Glacier Alley

Encounter penguin colonies and icebergs up close by Zodiac

Cross the famed Drake Passage

Explore the remote Antarctic Peninsula with expert guides

Discover the vibrant marine life of Southern Patagonia

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.