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Antarctic Fly & Sail Expedition - Fly Both Ways Across the Drake Passage and then sail in Antarctica.
The best of all worlds – an intimate up-close Antarctica experience on an Expedition Sailing Yacht combined with the convenience and time-saving travel of Flying across the Drake!
Explore Antarctica on an Expedition Sailboat where we will encounter penguin colonies, breaching whales, and Leopard Seals. Each day is something new – we take in what Antarctica gives to us, with the flexibility of a small yacht. We will visit penguin colonies and watch many types of seals. We will explore from eye level with Zodiac tours and kayaks. Plus, if the weather allows, anyone interested can sleep a night ashore!
We will be reminded of the brave souls who have come before us when we see remains of old whaling stations. If we are lucky we may even get to visit an active national science station while in the peninsula.
No matter what we do and no matter what the weather, your time in Antarctica will be one of a lifetime. Your trip will be filled with fantastic photos, unforgettable evening Zodiac rides through the ice, watching sculpted icebergs floating past. It is unlike any other place you will experience on the planet.
At the end of your trip – relax and digest your experience with two nights at Lakutaia Lodge in Puerto Williams, Chile, a remote town on Navarino Island facing the famous Beagle Channel. From here explore the flora, fauna, and native Yaghan history of the island by visiting the museum and exploring during excellent half day and full day hikes.
The Fly in and fly out trips start and end in Punta Arenas, Chile.
SPECIAL RESEARCH SAILING TRIPS: On ALL of our voyages we will have a Guest Scientist who will be actively collecting data and doing research on the trip. Guests are invited to help with the science first hand! In addition the scientist will give presentations during the trip and will always be happy to answer questions about their on-going research.
*Actual amount of days in Antarctica could vary due to weather and/or logistics.
Voyage Currency: Please consider this voyage is priced in USD$ and the AUD$ rates shown are indicative only at today's exchange rate.
Day 1 - Punta Arenas: Embarkation Day
Depart from Punta Arenas and fly across the Drake Passage. Join the Expedition sailing yacht at King George Island and start your Antarctic Adventure.
*Please note, there is a pre-departure briefing the evening before and we recommend arriving in Punta Arenas, Chile two days ahead of your scheduled flight to Antarctica.
Day 2/13 - Antarctic Peninsula
Explore Antarctica on an Expedition sailing yacht. each day will be different and can include zodiac tours, landings at penguin colonies, exploring historic scientific bases and whaling sites, kayaking. The flexibility allows you to take full advantage of whatever Antarctica gives to us – be it an incredible southern sunset or a breaching whale. We can stop and enjoy.
While South there will be an Active scientist onboard, so all guests are invited to participate in real Antarctic research. In the evenings the scientist will present on their research, as well as pressing current Antarctic issues. The scientist will be a part of the team and ready to answer questions at dinner, or on deck!
*** Actual amount of days in Antarctica could vary due to weather and/or logistics. ***
Day 14 - Charter flight to South America
Return to King George Island and board your flight to Punta Arenas. Look out your window and get a last glimpse at the white continent.
As you return back to Punta Arenas join your fellow passengers for a celebration dinner.
Please consider that our voyages are expeditionary in nature. This means, that there are no concrete itineraries, your Captain and Expedition Leader will utilise their vast experience to chart the best course for your expedition depending on the climatic and environmental conditions. Mentioned highlights and wildlife cannot be guaranteed.
Once we've arrived in Antarctica we will use our Zodiac's to explore as often as possible. With just 8 guests onboard we have a huge amount of flexibility to explore at all hours of the day.
One of our most popular activities, camping offers you the unique opportunity to roll out your sleeping mat and wriggle into your thermal sleeping bag for a night out on the ice – no camping experience necessary! Once you’ve settled in, prepare to witness the stunning beauty of the Antarctic night sky, as well as the sounds of ice cracking in the distance and wildlife carrying on their busy schedule around you. This is the activity for the ultimate bragging rights!
You will also have the option to Kayak on certain excursions in Antarctica for a unique and intimate experience.
For a truly intimate Antarctic experience, you must sail in the Peninsula. Onboard one of our sailing vessels, you will always find yourself at the waters edge, not high up on a ships outer deck. We'll also sail in near silence allowing you to really connect with the Antarctic landscape all around you.
Return charter flights are included in this voyage to King George Island, Antarctica from Punta Arenas, Chile.
OCEAN TRAMP
Only 8 guests and 4 crew members. Fly-Cruise -cross the Drake passage in 2 hours and spend 2 full weeks in Antarctica! Sail one way and fly back. Kayaking and Camping included. Citizen science onboard. Extended landings and zodiac cruises. No waiting time for landings.
Ocean Tramp stands as the perfect vessel for an Antarctic expedition, providing an intimate size and cozy ambiance that guarantees a personalized and immersive experience. With a maximum capacity of 8 guests, it emphasizes both comfort and functionality, enabling close encounters with Antarcticas awe-inspiring landscapes and captivating wildlife. The boats unique style fosters camaraderie among guests, elevating the sense of adventure and making landings and zodiac tours truly exceptional. Moreover, the advantage of smaller guest capacity ensures swift access to shores, allowing for unhurried wildlife encounters and an intimate exploration of Antarcticas stunning landscapes.
What sets Ocean Tramp apart is not only the ability to immerse yourself in zodiac cruises of considerable duration but also the freedom of unlimited time for shore landings, granting you the opportunity to fully absorb the magnificence of this frozen wonderland. All of this, combined with the warmth of a family-style atmosphere, promises an unparalleled Antarctic journey.
| Luxury star rating: | 3 |
| Guests #: | 8 |
| Crew #: | 3 |
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| Year built: | 1997 |
| Length: | 17m |
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| Draft: | 2 |
| Tonnage: | 32 |
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| Elec Outlets: | 2 Round & 2 Flat |
We understand that the trip of a lifetime takes planning, so we make the financial commitments easy to manage.
