
Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Southbound)
Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Southbound)
18-day expedition cruise from Valparaíso to Patagonia and Antarctica, ending in beautiful Buenos Aires
Wildlife and fjords
From Valparaíso, you’ll tour the Chilean fjords and waterways of Patagonia, stopping at rustic Castro, isolated Puerto Edén, and Puerto Natales, where you may get the chance to hike in Torres del Paine National Park. If weather allows, we’ll attempt to land the legendary Cape Horn before crossing the Drake Passage.
Icescapes and penguins
Guided by your Expedition Team, you'll spend four incredible days exploring Antarctica's immense, pristine icescapes. Springtime is courting season and you'll be able to observe penguins mating. There's no fixed programme – we adapt our itinerary to take every opportunity to get closer to nature and enjoy unique experiences on ice cruises and landings.
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Day 1
Valparaíso
Valparaíso, a UNESCO gem
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Day 2-3
At sea
Preparing for adventure
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Day 4
Castro
Castro's Chilotan charm
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Day 5
At sea
Sailing south
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Day 6
Puerto Edén
Remote Puerto Edén
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Day 7-8
Puerto Natales
Bohemian Puerto Natales
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Day 9
Chilean Fjords
Exploring Chile's fjords
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Day 10-11
At Sea
Rounding Cape Horn
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Day 12-15
Antarctica
Antarctica: another world
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Day 16-17
At sea
Sailing towards Ushuaia
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Day 18
Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
What's included
Included in your voyage
Transfer
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Ushuaia after the expedition cruise
Flights
- Flight in economy class from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires after the expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, small library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science programme where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Ships
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
MS Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Roald Amundsen
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MS Roald Amundsen: Life on board and Practical information
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Experts in exploration
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Landing sites in Antarctica
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Roald Amundsen
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Antarctica Travel Guide
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Antarctica: Frequently Asked Questions
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What to pack for Expedition Cruises
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Safer together
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Travel requirements
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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MS Fridtjof Nansen - Practical information
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Experts in exploration
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Landing sites in Antarctica
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Young Explorers’ Programme: Bring your kids on board
Before you travel with MS Fridtjof Nansen
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