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Fly to Antarctica and explore by ship - witness the White Continent in all its pristine, untouched splendour. This vast wilderness reveals countless forms of beauty, from sculpted ice and luminous skies to thriving wildlife and mirror-still seas.
Penguins fill the rocky shores - gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie - nesting, tending their chicks, or diving through the icy shallows. Seals rest on drifting floes, while whales—humpback, minke, orca, and sei - glide through the frigid waters in graceful procession.
Every voyage reveals a new rhythm of life: shifting light, towering icebergs, and the profound stillness of one of Earth’s last true frontiers. This is Antarctica in its purest form - vast, raw, and unforgettable.
Highlights
• Exclusive Antarctica Fly-Cruise via Puerto Natales—skip the Drake Passage with round-trip flights from and back to Puerto Natales, Chile, the gateway to Torres del Paine, where jagged peaks and vast glaciers form Patagonia’s dramatic landscapes—the perfect prelude or finale to your trip.
• See penguin colonies come alive—gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins nesting and courting in the thousands.
• See the first whales—humpbacks, minkes, sei and orcas— of spring breach and blow offshore, while seals lounge on drifting sea ice.
• Explore iconic Antarctic locations—see sites such as Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Paradise Bay, and the Gerlache Strait — made accessible by our ice-strengthened ship.
• Exceptional photographic opportunities—capture stunning wildlife encounters, dramatic icescapes, and the unique Antarctic light.
• Expert-led exploration—enjoy specialist lectures and excursions led by our experienced expedition guides, deepening your connection to this unique environment.
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Day 1 Arrive in Puerto Natales, Chile
Begin your Antarctic journey in the remote Puerto Natales, and experience Patagonia’s soul from the first moment. Our team will meet you at the airport upon your arrival and transfer you to your hotel. If you wish to spend a few days here before your expedition, you can join our Torres del Paine extension package and stay in a traditional Patagonia lodge.
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Day 2 Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island, Antarctica
After meeting our team in Puerto Natales, Chile, you’ll board a two-and-a-half-hour charter flight with your fellow guests across the Drake Passage to King George Island, your gateway to Antarctica.
Upon landing, a Zodiac transfer will take you to your ship, where your voyage into the white continent begins.
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Days 3- 8 Dramatic coastlines and penguin colonies
We plan to visit remote and rugged islands along the peninsula, where you’ll see dramatic volcanic cliffs, glacier-sculpted shorelines, and encounter large colonies of Adélie, chinstrap and gentoo penguins nesting side by side, with their hungry chicks.
You’ll glide through the narrow and stunning channels often packed with glittering sea ice and steep mountains on both sides by still waters.
Into Antarctica’s hidden places
Prepare to enjoy a Zodiac cruise through sapphire-blue iceberg-filled coves and serene reflective waters, as we are on the lookout for humpback whales, leopard seals, and calving glaciers.
We’ll also hope to land on islands, where gentoo penguins nest among whalebone relics, and young fur seals frolic in shallow waters, while elephant seals will be hauled out on shore.
Exploring Antarctica's raw and untouched beauty
We often sail into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula through the scenic Gerlache Strait, flanked by jagged peaks.
If ice conditions allow, we’ll venture into regions renowned for impressive tabular icebergs and dramatic landscapes.
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Day 9 Fly back to Puerto Natales from King George Island, Antarctica
On the final day, we hope to disembark at King George Island and take a charter flight back to Puerto Natales. There, you’ll stay at our very comfortable lodge, where you can relax and reflect on your extraordinary Antarctic experiences.
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Day 10 Enjoy your last day in Puerto Natales, Chile
For those continuing their adventure, there’s the opportunity to join our Torres del Paine extension package, where you may go horseback riding through the stunning Patagonian landscapes, take a scenic hike to Mirador Base Las Torres, visit Laguna Sofia, explore the Milodón Cave, or enjoy other carefully planned activities.
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Please note:
We prefer to embrace spontaneity and make the most of every opportunity nature presents to us. This is how we believe a true, authentic expedition should run… for those who don’t just travel—they explore.
Our listed itineraries are for guidance only. The day-to-day activities may vary depending on the ice, the weather, and the wildlife. Landings are subject to site availability and permissions, and always in line with IAATO guidelines and Antarctic Treaty regulations. We pledge to follow the strictest environmental protocols.
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04 December, 2026 to 13 December, 2026
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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11 December, 2026 to 20 December, 2026
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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18 December, 2026 to 27 December, 2026
Special Departure
Book nowAntarctic Christmas Micro Fly Cruise
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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25 December, 2026 to 03 January, 2027
Special Departure
Book nowAntarctic New Year Micro Fly Cruise
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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03 December, 2027 to 12 December, 2027
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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10 December, 2027 to 19 December, 2027
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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17 December, 2027 to 26 December, 2027
Classic Suite
Book now
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
Signature Single
Book now
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
Signature Suite
Book now
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
Special Departure
Book nowAntarctic Christmas Micro Fly CruiseClassic Twin
Book now
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
Signature Twin
Book now
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
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24 December, 2027 to 02 January, 2028
Special Departure
Book nowAntarctic New Year Micro Fly Cruise
The Classic Twin cabin offers a cosy, Scandinavian-inspired space featuring two lower twin beds and a porthole window.
Recently refurbished, it includes a wardrobe and an en-suite shower and toilet, providing a stylish yet homely retreat. The perfect place to unwind after exploring the remote corners of the planet.
The Signature Twin cabin combines comfort and charm with its Scandinavian-inspired design.
This welcoming space offers two lower twin beds, and natural light gently brightens the room through thoughtfully placed windows. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite shower and toilet, ample wardrobe space, and a dedicated desk area. A homely setting on your polar journey.
The Classic Suite is a roomy and stylish Scandinavian-inspired sanctuary. This light and airy cabin features large windows, a plush double bed, a cosy lounge with a corner desk and a comfortable sofa, perfect for curling up on with a good book.
With an ensuite shower and toilet, and thoughtful touches throughout, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy peaceful moments after a day exploring the polar wilderness.
The Single Signature cabin is where Scandinavian design meets practical comfort, offering either two lower beds or bunk beds.
Each cabin features windows that fill the space with natural light, a wardrobe for storage, and a private ensuite bathroom with an ensuite shower and toilet. Perfectly suited for solo travellers, these cabins provide a peaceful retreat to relax and recharge.
The Signature Suite is Polar Athena’s most luxurious accommodation, fully refurbished with an elegant Scandinavian design. This spacious retreat features a plush double bed, a relaxing lounge area with a sofa, and a stylish corner desk—perfect for journaling your travel adventures.
Large windows fill the cabin with natural light, offering scenic polar views and a tranquil sanctuary after your days of exploration.
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Polar Athena
Polar Athena
Vessel Type: Small Expedition Ship
Length: 71 meters
Passenger Capacity: 42
Built for true polar exploration, MV Polar Athena combines the rugged power of an icebreaker with the intimacy of small-group travel. With the highest 1A Super ice-class rating and space for just 42 guests, she offers one of the most personal Antarctic experiences available. Born as a research vessel and reimagined for modern-day adventurers, Polar Athena slices through heavy sea ice with ease, offering unmatched agility, comfort, and access to remote destinations. Her small size ensures that all guests can disembark together for Zodiac excursions, maximising time ashore and embracing the spontaneity of wildlife encounters and shifting weather.
On board, guests enjoy Scandinavian-style comfort with thoughtfully designed cabins, panoramic observation lounges, and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Whether you're spotting whales from the elevated bow deck, relaxing in the wellness area’s hot tub, or enjoying freshly prepared meals in the cosy dining room, Polar Athena offers immersive exploration without the crowds. Her bridge lounges welcome guests throughout the voyage, offering behind-the-scenes insight and a shared sense of purpose with the crew, making each journey feel like a genuine expedition into the unknown.
