Fly-Sail Antarctica & South Georgia

Day 1: Embarkation 

Welcomed by the staff of the vessel, you board your ship in the afternoon in Ushuaia. Set sail along the Beagle Channel towards South Georgia.

Days 2 to 4: Sail to South Georgia

Our historians and naturalists offer a series of presentations as we sail toward South Georgia. There is time to socialize in the ship's lounge, while also keeping an eye out for the region's birdlife.

Days 5 to 8: South Georgia

On the island of South Georgia you can visit the former whaling outpost of Grytviken and pay your respects at the simple grave of Ernest Shackleton with a diverse backdrop of majestic mountains, massive glaciers, grassy uplands and deep fjords. 

Where conditions allow, possible stops will include St. Andrew's Bay and the sight of 150,000 king penguins and Cooper Island for thousands of nesting black-browed albatrosses and a large colony of macaroni penguins. Visits are also planned at Fortuna Bay, Salisbury Plains, Prion Island, and Elsehul Bay depending on the weather. 

Days 9 & 10: Sail to the Antarctic Peninsula

The program of presentations continues, as the ship heads to Antarctica. You can use this time to enhance your understanding of the region and its history.  

Day 11: Elephant Island

It was here that the shipwrecked crew of Shackleton's Endurance found refuge while he and five handpicked men continued to South Georgia to seek rescue. Stormy conditions rarely allow a shore landing, but as we sail south, you will hopefully see the island from the ship. 

Days 12 to 15: Explore Antarctica

We cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and around spectacular icebergs. Each day gives the chance to disembark by Zodiac and explore the landscape with our expert polar guides. No journey is the same; flexibility is the key to success in Antarctica and your Expedition Team plan the voyage route to take advantage of the ever-changing opportunities provided by nature. We will explore several spots that offer the best possible overview of the varied environment in the Gerlache Strait.

Day 16: King George Island & return flight

Upon reaching King George Island you will bid farewell to the ship and take your final Zodiac ride back to shore. Here you will board the flight back to Punta Arenas, Chile. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night. (Note: Meals in Punta Arenas are at your leisure and not included in the program.).

Day 17: End of your journey

After breakfast, you transfer to Punta Arenas airport for your onward journey. 

(Please note: flights out of Punta Arenas should not be booked before 1430 on the day of departure.)

PLEASE NOTE: While choosing to fly to/from Antarctica is the most expedient option, it's also more weather dependent than travelling by ship across the Drake Passage. Charter flights to/from Antarctica operate on a very flexible schedule to accommodate the changeable weather conditions. As a result, flight timings may be brought forward or delayed to ensure safe operating conditions. To discuss in more detail, please get in touch. 

This itinerary is for guidance only, as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions as well as taking advantage of impromptu wildlife opportunities.