In-Depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition

Santiago is Chile's vibrant capital. It's the ideal place to begin your cruise, with its architecture from colonial times, award-winning museums and restaurants. From the Mercado Central to the Plaza de Armas to the Presidential Palace, there's a ton to see. Sky Costanera offers 1,000-foot views of the entire city.

Arrive a couple of days earlier and join one of the optional pre-programs.

Today, we'll depart Santiago early and fly down to Punta Arenas - Chile's most southern port. Your expedition ship awaits. Explore the ship and get to know your Expedition Team once you arrive.

They are also your traveling companions over the next 3 weeks. They're friendly and will answer all your questions during the Antarctic expedition.

As you sail through the Strait of Magellan, you can enjoy the breathtaking views as we set our course for the Falkland Island. Enjoy the view from the Explorer Lounge & Bar, outdoor hot tub or deck.

Your Expedition Team will be onboard the Science Center, where you can attend lectures and participate in Citizen Science Projects. Your Expedition Team can provide fascinating insight into your destination, whether it is marine biology, Antarctica survival, oceanography or photography. They are contagious.

Falkland is a place of endless horizons, white beaches and a plethora of birdlife. The landscape is dotted with only a few farms. You'll see grassy mountains and wildflowers here, in stark contrast to Antarctica's vast expanse of white.

Enjoy a walk through the community of Stanley and visit the Jubilee Villas Gardens, Christ Church Cathedral and Historic Dockyard Museum.

As always, our landings, walks, and excursions will be subject to the weather. Our goal is to see penguin and albatross colonies where you can also find seals. We want to be as close to them as we possibly can without disturbing them.

We will cruise for two days to South Georgia after the Falkland Island. Enjoy an archipelago full of diverse wildlife.

You will be prepared for the journey ahead by our Expedition Team. The team will share all they know about South Georgia including the wildlife of the region, its polar history and geology. They'll also tell you about Norwegian whalers.

Learn how you can make sure your trip is as low-impact and safe as possible. Join our Citizen Science Programs to collect data and contribute to global research.

South Georgia is known as the 'Serengeti' of the Southern Ocean because it has so much wildlife. The island's position is ideal for breeding large penguin colonies, seabirds and seals due to its unique location, which is free of sea ice. It is classified as an Important Bird Area and home to albatrosses.

Four days will be spent exploring this amazing area. Also, we'll try to get as close as possible to Grytviken - the last resting place for Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. Nature is always our guide and we adjust to the daily conditions in order to give you the best experience.

Our itineraries, while always flexible, are even more so in peak breeding season, when wildlife is at its most susceptible to disturbance. We'll look for wildlife when it is safe. We'll avoid visiting a place where our presence might disturb animals. These decisions will always be made by the Expedition Team based on their combined lifetimes' experience. We'll sometimes land, and other times cruise. It's part of the experience!

As we continue our journey towards Antarctica, relax after visiting South Georgia and the Falkland Island.

Antarctica, a continent dedicated for peace, science and wildlife, is the world's largest continent. The Expedition Team will discuss the IAATO sustainability and environmental rules as we get closer. The team will talk about the IAATO environmental guidelines and sustainability rules that we follow when visiting.

Antarctica is a frozen wonderland. In the Straits, nature-sculpted icebergs float. From the coast, Gentoo penguins, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins can be seen. Numerous seabirds fly overhead. Nature has the final say.

You'll be exploring several landing sites around and on the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands and the surrounding area over the next five-day period. No matter what or where we are, each day is going to be exciting and unlike any other experience you have had before.

You might find yourself sailing into an ice-covered caldera, or landing in bays with abandoned whaling equipment. Kayak among seals and icebergs, or take a snowshoe hike to an amazing viewpoint.

Look up in the sky for Antarctic seabirds like skuas and petrels. You'll discover more about the habitat through onboard talks and shoreside discussions.

MS Fram will take you to Punta Arenas via the Drake Passage as we bid farewell to this frozen continent.

It's the best time to look through all your photos and remember your adventures in Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Island. Take advantage of the comforts on board. Enjoy the onboard comforts.

After the Drake Passage, we enter the picturesque Beagle Channel. Mountains plunge straight into the water, creating a dramatic scene. As we cruise through this remote and wild area, keep an eye out for Patagonian animals.

Punta Arenas is the end of your expedition cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falkland Island. You'll then fly back to Santiago de Chile with a treasure trove of memories.

We recommend that you sign up for our Post Program if you are not yet ready to finish your journey.