
Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Southbound)
Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Southbound)
Explore Patagonia and the Chilean fjords before continuing down to Antarctica during its late spring when penguins are courting and icebergs are at their most stunning.
Patagonia and the Chilean Fjords
This expedition cruise starts in the colourful city of of Valparaíso and sails south along the Chilean coast through the wonderful waterways of Patagonia. We’ll stop at the rustic city of Castro, isolated Puerto Edén and Puerto Natales, the hub for hikers exploring Torres del Paine National Park. Should sea and weather conditions favour the attempt, we might be able to go ashore at Cape Horn before crossing the Drake Passage towards Antarctica.
Remote and beautiful Antarctica
We’ll spend four fascinating days exploring the immense, pristine icescapes of springtime Antarctica. As wind, weather, wildlife, and sea ice might affect our daily programme, there is no fixed itinerary while we’re here. It’s just pure adventure according to the elements and opportunities that arise. Whenever and wherever possible, the Expedition Team will take you on ice-cruises among awe-inspiring icebergs and maybe to glacier walls. You’ll also go on landings ashore to visit penguin rookeries where courting penguins will be busy charming each other and probably you too! Take part in your choice of Citizen Science projects or put your name down for exciting optional activities like kayaking, snowshoeing and possibly even camping.
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Day 1
Valparaíso, Chile
‘A wonderful mess’
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Day 2-3
At sea
Enhance your knowledge
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Day 4
Castro
Chilote Capital
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Day 5
At sea
Fabled waters of Patagonia
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Day 6
Puerto Edén
Isolated paradise
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Day 7-8
Puerto Natales
Hikers haven
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Day 9
Chilean Fjords
Exploring a fjord-filled paradise
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Day 10-11
At Sea
Cape Horn and the Drake Passage
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Day 12-15
Antarctica
The most remote and beautiful place on Earth
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Day 16-17
At sea
Returning north
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Day 18
Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
As one adventure ends, another begins
Departures
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Current offers on this cruise:
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Free rebooking
Our booking policy ensures peace of mind when you book your next adventure.The benefits of the policy apply to any new bookings made between 16 February 2022 and 30 June 2022, for expedition cruises departing on or before 31 December 2022.See Special Offer -
Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2022. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Transfer
- Transfer from the ship to Ushuaia airport after the expedition cruise
Flights
- Flight in economy class from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science program allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats while in Antarctica
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
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
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
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 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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