Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions:
Trails of Antarctica & Patagonia

Overwhelming, Heart Warming, Life Changing.

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Life. Changing. Antarctica.

Life. Changing. Antarctica: Imagine a place so pristine and remote you can hear snowflakes hitting the water.

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Adventure lovers can aim to tick two boxes off their bucket list with this unique expedition combining an Antarctic voyage with a trek through Chile and Argentina’s Patagonian region.

  • During your Antarctic portion, witness spectacular, towering cliffs and glittering icebergs

  • See playful penguins and ice seals such as leopard and crabeater seals resting on ice floes.

  • Shake off your sea legs with a small-group trek, focusing on the natural wonder and stunning sights of Los Glaciares National Park and Torres del Paine National Park.

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Highlights of this Expedition

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Trails of Antarctica & Patagonia

Trails of Antarctica & Patagonia

Expedition To/From: Punta Arenas, Chile return

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  • 23 days
  • 20 November - 14 December 2025, 17 February - 11 March 2026

Our world-class expedition vessel: the Sylvia Earle

Destination Highlights

  • Marvel at some of the most dazzling icy landscapes on the peninsula
  • Spot seals lounging on the sea ice
  • Sit mesmerized by Nordenskjöld Lake, just one of the many azure lakes and milky tarns visited during the trek portion
  • Enjoy fresh king crab in Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine National Park
  • Enjoy close encounters with friendly guanacos

Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Fly Punta Arenas to King George Island. Embarkation.
Days 3-10: Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea.
Days 11-12: Drake Passage crossing.
Day 13: Disembark Ushuaia. Fly to El Calafate.
Day 14: El Calafate.
Day 15: Drive to El Chaltén.
Days 16-17: Day walks in Los Glaciares National Park.
Day 18: Drive across the pampas to Puerto Natales.
Day 19: To Torres del Paine.
Days 20-21: Day walks in Torres del Paine.
Day 22: Drive to Punta Arenas.
Day 23: Punta Arenas.

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*Terms and conditions: Only valid on new bookings and must be booked by 31 August, 2025, unless sold out prior. Promotion is subject to availability at the time of booking and capacity controlled. Offer can be withdrawn at any time and not redeemable for cash. Normal booking terms and conditions apply - contact your travel advisor for details.

^ Note: The excursion schedule is only a guide and is subject to change due to weather conditions. The polar plunge included activity is subject to weather conditions.

Included Activities

*Landings, adventures, and activities are weather-dependent. Activity options vary by itinerary.

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Education and Enrichment: Howard Whelan

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New Purpose-Built Small Ship - 130 Passengers Maximum

Our expedition ship— the Sylvia Earle —is new to the fleet and designed for exploration. This state-of-the-art, purpose-built ship uses the latest advances in design and technology, truly revolutionising the small ship experience.

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Introducing the Sylvia Earle

The Sylvia Earle is a floating ambassador for the conservation of the planet, paying tribute to Dr. Sylvia Earle and six pioneering female conservationists, with public decks honouring their contributions.

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INCLUSIONS

  • All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
  • One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Punta Arenas on Day 1.
  • Charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island.
  • Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
  • All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during on board the ship.
  • Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner on board the ship.
  • Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-
    alcoholic beverages.
  • All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
  • Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
  • Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
  • One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
  • Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
  • Comprehensive pre-departure information.
  • Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
  • Wi-Fi*.
  • Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.

EXCLUSIONS

  • International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
  • Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
  • Airport arrival or departure taxes.
  • Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
  • Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
  • Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
  • Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
  • All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, wi-fi, email or phone charges.

TREK INCLUSIONS

  • 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 8 dinners
  • Flight from Ushuaia to El Calafate
  • Standard to Superior hotel and lodge accommodation throughout
  • Private transport
  • All guide fees and National Park entrance costs
  • English speaking local guides
  • Trip accompanied by Aurora Expeditions trek leader
About Aurora Expeditions

About Aurora Expeditions

From the start, Aurora Expeditions— an award-winning Australian-owned company—was destined to be different. Our passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends burns just as brightly as it did over 33 years ago, as does our preference for small-group, personal expeditions, accompanied by an expedition team we believe are the world’s best.

I'd love to tell you more about Aurora Expeditions and their immersive, small-ship expeditions and travel experiences to the world’s wild and most remarkable destinations – Antarctica, the Arctic and beyond.

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