Antarctica is one of our last frontiers, a vast and still insufficiently explored continent, which contains information about the geological history of the ancient supercontinent of Godwana and is considered a natural laboratory for modern scientific experiments, which prohibited military installations and nuclear explosions.

   The Chilean Antarctic Territory, or Antártica Chilena, corresponds to all lands, islands, islets, reefs and glaciers, together with the respective territorial waters, located between the meridian 53 ° W and 90 ° W and between latitudes 61 ° S and 90 ° S (South Pole), reaching an approximate area of 1,250,000 km2
          Here, the species that inhabit able to withstand the extreme temperatures and conditions on the planet.
 Despite the thick ice that covers almost 99 percent of the continent and strong winds that blow the coastal zone, poultry, fish, penguins, sea lions, whales and some forms of plant life have adapted surprisingly, focusing primarily in the coastal area to face the danger of freezing.
 Its flora is composed of small lichens, mosses, algae, fungi and bacteria.
 Despite such adverse conditions, Antarctica has rich animal kingdom that is worth knowing and protect.

Región de Magallanes y
La Antártica Chilena

PROGRAMS SEASON 2011- 2012

  Jumping over Cape Horn and the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, ANTARCTICA XXI invites you to a unique experience that will take you to one of the most remote places on earth, the coldest, highest, windiest, driest, and most inhospitable continent - Antarctica.

DAY 1

Arrival at the city of Punta Arenas where you will be met by Antarctica XXI staff, to be transferred to Hotel Rey Don Felipe. During the afternoon, you will meet your expedition mates and receive instructions concerning the guidelines that should be followed in Antarctica and the procedures for Zodiac boat embarkation and disembarkation. Later, you will enjoy our welcome dinner at the José Nogueira Hotel, a French-style mansion that is over one hundred years old.

Passengers should be in Punta Arenas at 15:00 hours, at the latest.

DAY 2

Our Antarctic adventure will begin with the flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island (South Shetland Islands). The flight takes a little over one and half hour. Upon arrival, we will be able to tour around the area where the Frei Chilean Base and the Bellingshausen Russian Base are located. We will gather at the beach on Fildes Bay for embarkation by Zodiac boats on board our expedition vessel.

DAY 3 TO 6

While cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and between spectacular icebergs, we will enjoy the company of sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Our journey southwards will include visits to some of the most magnificent spots in the white continent, such as: Livingston Island, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, Cuverville and Deception Islands amongst others. Our target will be the crossing of the Lemaire Channel and latitude 65° South. Our adventure will be very active, with several daily landings and cruises in Zodiac boats, lectures and a very enjoyable time on board.

DAY 7

Return to King George Island where we will disembark, in Zodiac boats, at the Frei Chilean Base, and head to the aerodrome to take the flight back to Punta Arenas. The program ends upon arrival at the Airport in Punta Arenas.

Flights scheduled and Antarctic itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions. At the end of the program, a free transfer to the city will be available at the airport for all passengers staying overnight.

Transfer to the city will be available for passengers staying overnight in Punta Arenas. One complimentary night at Hotel Rey Don Felipe in Punta Arenas is offered upon request on Day 7 of the Travel Program.

All trips begin and end in Punta Arenas, Chile

 Leaving from Ushuaia, sailing though the Beagle Channel, exploring Cape Horn and crossing the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, ANTARCTICA XXI invites you to participate in a unique experience that will take you to one of the most remote places on earth, the coldest, highest, windiest, driest, and most inhospitable continent - Antarctica.

DAY 1
The journey begins in Ushuaia, Argentina. We will sail along the Beagle Channel towards Puerto Williams, the southernmost town in the world, located on Navarino Island. Here, we will have the time to tour around before setting sail toward Cape Horn.

Check-in on board the “Ocean Nova” is open from 14:00 hr to 16:00 hr. No admittance later than 16:00 hr. Please be on time, and consider the necessary time to go through Ushuaia port formalities. Keep your passport at hand. Thank you!

DAY 2
After crossing Nassau Bay, we will wake up in front of legendary Cape Horn! Weather permitting, we will put our Zodiac boats into the water and visit its lighthouse and the Chilean station in charge of keeping it beaming. Back on board, we will get ready to set sail towards Antarctica and start the crossing of the famous waters named in honour of Sir Francis Drake, the great XVIth century British explorer.

DAY 3
Sailing through the Drake Passage, en route to King George Island (South Shetland Islands). We invite you to relax and enjoy life on board and to take the time to watch wildlife from the bridge or from the outside decks. We may spot magnificent birds such as albatrosses and petrels, as well as Humpback and Minke whales swimming on their way down to Antarctica.

DAY 4
Once we have crossed the Antarctic Convergence, we will be sailing through the Antarctic Ocean. The time has come to start spotting the first icebergs and the first Antarctic land. The South Shetland Islands finally come into view, and we will have the opportunity to put our zodiac boats into the water and make our first landing to visit a penguin colony. Exploration will continue all evening thanks to the endless daylight.

DAY 5
Upon reaching King George Island, we will disembark at Fildes Bay, where we will have the chance to enjoy the Antarctic scenery and visit some interesting places around the area, such as the Chilean Base Frei and the Russian Base Bellingshausen. We will gather at the aerodrome where we will board the flight that will take us to Punta Arenas, Chile. The programme ends upon arrival at the Airport in Punta Arenas.

 Transfer to the city will be available for passengers staying overnight in Punta Arenas. Upon request, one complimentary night at Hotel Rey Don Felipe in Punta Arenas is offered on Day 5 of the Travel Program.

Ushuaia / Cape Horn / Antarctica / Punta Arenas

PRICES PER PERSON

Price includes:

·         Transfer city - pier.

·         Flight King George Island - Punta Arenas.

·         Sea voyage and lodging on board ship, in accordance with cabin chosen.

·         All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks).

·         Shore excursions.

·         Conferences and ship board entertainment.

·         Loan of waterproof boots for landing in Antartica

Not included:

·         Visa and/or Passport expenses

·         Arrival and departure taxes

·         Transfers, Lodging and meals other than those offered in the program

·         Personal insurance

·         Excess baggage charge

·         Additional expenses, such as: laundry service, telephone calls, use of Internet or other means of communication, etc.

·         Tips

BAE 146-200
TECHNICAL INFORMATION

The BAe 146 was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace (which later became part of BAE Systems).
It is a high-wing aircraft with very short runaway requirements which makes it particularly suited for this kind of destinations. It is operated by Aerovías DAP,which has more than 20 years of experience of flying in Patagonia and Antarctica.

The Ocean Nova is a modern and comfortable vessel. She was built in Denmark in 1992 to sail the ice-choked waters of Greenland, and her ice-strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. The Ocean Nova's has capacity for 62 passengers accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, all with private facilities, including dedicated single, twin and triple cabins.
In addition to a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, a spacious dining room, a bar and library, she also has an infirmary and an exercise room. The ship has Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.

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