Antarctica Express Air-Cruise - R
From $7,221 per person
6 days
1 countries
Ship: Magellan Discoverer
Antarctica 21
6 days, 5 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Ushuaia
- Day 2 - Drake Passage
- Day 3 - Drake Passage
- Day 4 - Drake Passage
- Day 5 - King George Island
- Day 6 - Punta Arenas
Your journey, ashore & afloat.
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The Magellan Discoverer.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the Magellan Discoverer, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
Introducing the Magellan Discoverer, a state-of-the-art expedition vessel debuting in the 2026-27 season to redefine Antarctic exploration. Uniquely custom-built for Antarctica21’s signature air-cruises, this boutique ship allows travelers to skip the tumultuous Drake Passage by flying directly to King George Island, maximizing time spent amidst the ice. As a modern hybrid-electric vessel, the Discoverer is engineered with a PC6 ice-class hull and heat recovery systems, ensuring a quieter, smoother, and more eco-conscious journey through sensitive polar waters. With a guest capacity limited to just 76 passengers during air-cruises, the ship fosters an intimate atmosphere where long lines for Zodiac landings are non-existent, offering you unparalleled access to the White Continent’s wildlife and landscapes.
Life on board is designed to rival the majesty of the views outside, featuring all-balcony cabins that ensure you never miss a breaching whale or passing iceberg from the privacy of your room. The ship’s interiors channel a sophisticated yacht aesthetic, complete with a glass-enclosed observation lounge, a gym, and a sauna with panoramic windows for relaxing after a polar plunge. Guests can indulge in Chilean-inspired gourmet cuisine and premium wines in the spacious dining room or enjoy an al fresco meal in the protected outdoor barbecue area. Whether you are consulting with expert guides in the wet science lab or spotting seabirds from the accessible bow, the Magellan Discoverer offers the perfect balance of rugged adventure and refined luxury for the modern explorer.
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