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Fly the Drake Fly over the infamous Drake Passage, landing in Antarctica fresh and ready for exploration. Your expedition to Antarctica starts in Punta Arenas as you board your flight to King George Island. Enjoy a quick vo hour flight before you land in Antarctica. Feel the fresh, crisp air on your face and listen to the snow crunch under your boot. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and its maze of protected channels with our dedicated Discovery Team. Glide in a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, and watch as penguins and seals dive through the glassy seas. B9Days | Punta Arenas > Punta Arenas FEM Day 01 Punta Arenas, Chile Located on the edge of the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas is a frontier town known for its brightly coloured houses, plazas and mountainous backdrops and is the stepping off point for your Antarctic exploration. Arrive at your hotel for your one-night stay. Early in the evening you will meet your fellow Discoverer’s for a briefing and a welcome dinner. Meals:D Day 02 Punta Arenas > King George Island, Antarctica Your journey into wonder begins as you fly from Punta Arenas to King George Island, the largest of the South Shetland Islands, where the crew will warmly greet you as you board Scenic Eclipse. Settle into your handsomely appointed suite and acquaint yourself with the luxurious facilities of your Discovery Yacht. Toast the start of your voyage at the welcome cocktail reception hosted by the Captain who will introduce your expert Discovery Leaders and their team. Meals: B.D Day 03-07 Antarctic Peninsula @ Welcome to Antarctica! Seeing the 7th continent for the first time is unlike anything you would have experienced before. Feel the fresh, crisp air on your face and hear the snow crunch under your boot when you first step foot on land. Each new encounter will fill you will awe. Witness wildlife in their natural habitat, with no fear of humans. Antarctica is truly land of peace. Your expert Captain and crew will navigate some of the most beautiful waterways which may include traversing the stunning 11-kilometre- long Lemaire Channel where steep cliffs hem in the iceberg-filled passage just 1,600 metres wide at its narrowest point. There may be the chance to visit aworking scientific base and discuss life in these harsh conditions with the staff. Enjoy the chance to visit areas alive with wildlife such as penguins, seals, and whales. You can also explore the remnants of a derelict whaling station and a vacant British base or climb to the Gentoo penguin Scenic Eclipse, Lemaire Channel rim of a volcanic crater. If conditions are favourable, there may be the opportunity to cross the Antarctic Circle at latitude 66°33’ South. Due to the extraordinary nature of the region, a host of choices are open and dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Your experienced Discovery Team Leaders, who have made countless journeys to Antarctica, will use their expertise to design your voyage from day to day, making the most of 18-20 hours of daylight. Discovery: Partake in daily Scenic Discovery excursions. Cruise on the Zodiacs around ice formations, step onto islands to view vast penguin rookeries and seals. Meals: B.L.D
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