In-depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition
22-night Antarctica expedition · 11 departures · from $15,627 per guest
- 22 nightsDuration
- MS FramShip
- Santiago to Punta ArenasRoute
- Nov 27, 2026Next sailing
23-day all-inclusive Antarctica Expedition Cruise with round-trip flights from Santiago de Chile
Three distinct destination all in one: South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Antarctica - with four days in the White Continent.
Witness a wide variety of iconic wildlife species, including nesting penguins, fur seals and whales.
Explore the lush green hills of the Falklands and the alpine landscapes of South Georgia, as well as the iceberg-studded seas of Antarctica.
An Antarctic expedition
We’ll set sail from Chile to explore the unique world of South Georgia and Antarctica. Every day our route will be guided by nature, and we’ll make the best of local conditions. Each sunrise will offer something different and thrilling. In October and November on the Seventh Continent, penguins start courting and nesting. In December and January, the summer brings longer, milder days, and in February and March whales and penguin chicks abound.
Wild islands of adventure
The Falkland Islands are windswept and beautiful, and they’re home to a wide variety of wildlife, while South Georgia has colonies of penguins and seals, and is designated an Important Bird Area. It’s a place of spectacular alpine landscapes, fur seal colonies and ghostly, abandoned whaling stations. The weather sets the agenda on these rugged islands, so in true expedition style we’ll adapt to the conditions and have a truly unforgettable adventure.
Upcoming departures
| Sails | Ship | Nights | From (per guest) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2026 | MS Fram | 22 | $15,627 | Cabins & fares |
| Dec 18, 2026 | MS Fram | 22 | $17,189 | Cabins & fares |
| Jan 8, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $17,189 | Cabins & fares |
| Jan 29, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $16,860 | Cabins & fares |
| Feb 19, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $16,120 | Cabins & fares |
| Nov 13, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $22,217 | Cabins & fares |
| Dec 4, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $20,885 | Cabins & fares |
| Dec 25, 2027 | MS Fram | 22 | $22,158 | Cabins & fares |
| Jan 15, 2028 | MS Fram | 22 | $27,015 | Cabins & fares |
| Feb 5, 2028 | MS Fram | 22 | $23,322 | Cabins & fares |
| Feb 26, 2028 | MS Fram | 22 | $22,002 | Cabins & fares |
Day by day
As planned for the Nov 27, 2026 departure; other departures may differ.
Day 1Santiago
The sights of Santiago de Chile
Welcome to Santiago, Chile’s bustling capital. With its colonial-era architecture, award-winning restaurants and fascinating museums, it’s the perfect place to start your expedition cruise. There’s a lot to see, from the Mercado Central market to the Plaza de Armas and the Presidential Palace. Check out the Sky Costanera, which offers panoramic views of the city from 1,000 feet up.
You may want to arrive a few days early to join one of our optional Pre-Programmes.
Day 2Punta Arenas
Board your expedition cruise in Punta Arenas
You'll have an early start today as we depart Santiago and fly to Punta Arenas, Chile’s southernmost port. Your expedition ship awaits you. Once you’ve boarded, get settled in, explore the ship, and meet your Expedition Team.
As well as being your guides, hosts and local experts, they’re also your travel companions for the next three weeks. Friendly and welcoming, they’ll answer any questions you may have during your Antarctic adventure.
Day 3Sailing through the Strait of Magellan
Through the Strait of Magellan
With our course set for the Falkland Islands, soak up the mesmerising views all around you as you cruise through the Strait of Magellan. You can take in the scenery from the deck, the outdoor hot tub or the panoramic Explorer Lounge & Bar.
You can also join your Expedition Team in the onboard Science Center to listen to lectures, participate in Citizen Science projects and more. Whether it’s marine biology, Antarctic survival, oceanography or photography, your Expedition Team offers fascinating insights into the places you’ll see on your journey, and you’ll feed off their enthusiasm.
Day 4New Island
Enjoy birding and hiking in these green islands
The Falkland archipelago is filled with seamless horizons and white sands teeming with birdlife. Only the occasional farm dots the landscape. You’ll find grassy hills and wildflowers, in contrast to the vast whiteness of Antarctica to come.
You'll also enjoy a community walk of Stanley, taking in the Jubilee Villas gardens, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Historic Dockyard Museum.
Our landings, hikes and excursions are, as always, guided by the conditions. We hope to visit albatross and penguin colonies, which are often found sharing space with seals, and getting as close as we can without disturbing them.
Day 4West Point Island
Enjoy birding and hiking in these green islands
The Falkland archipelago is filled with seamless horizons and white sands teeming with birdlife. Only the occasional farm dots the landscape. You’ll find grassy hills and wildflowers, in contrast to the vast whiteness of Antarctica to come.
You'll also enjoy a community walk of Stanley, taking in the Jubilee Villas gardens, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Historic Dockyard Museum.
Our landings, hikes and excursions are, as always, guided by the conditions. We hope to visit albatross and penguin colonies, which are often found sharing space with seals, and getting as close as we can without disturbing them.
Day 5Saunders Island
Day 5Carcass Island
Day 6Port Stanley
Day 7Cruising the South Atlantic Ocean
Cruising the South Atlantic
Sailing from the Falklands, we spend two days cruising towards beautiful South Georgia. You can look forward to seeing an archipelago filled with diverse wildlife.
Meet up with the Expedition Team as they prepare you for what lies ahead. They’ll tell you everything they know about South Georgia, including the area’s wildlife, polar history, geology, glaciology, and stories of Norwegian whalers.
The Expedition Team will also talk about the IAATO environmental guidelines and sustainability rules that we follow to make your visit as safe and low-impact as possible.
Day 8Cruising the South Atlantic Ocean
Day 9Cape Rosa, South Georgia
Visit a wildlife watcher’s paradise
South Georgia’s abundant wildlife has earned it the nickname ‘Serengeti of the Southern Ocean’. Its unique position free from sea ice makes the island a breeding site for large colonies of penguins, other seabirds, and seals. In fact, it’s an Important Bird Area, home to albatrosses, petrels, shags, skuas, and terns.
You'll spend four days exploring this remarkable area. We’ll also try to reach Grytviken, the final resting place of Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. We’re always guided by nature, responding to daily conditions to bring you the best possible experience.
While our itineraries are always flexible, they’re even more so during peak breeding seasons when the wildlife is most vulnerable to disturbance. When opportunities allow, we’ll land and wildlife watch. When our presence could disturb the animals, we’ll choose another place to visit and as always, these decisions are made by your Expedition Team and are based on lifetimes of combined experience in these destinations. Sometimes we’ll land, sometimes we’ll cruise, it’s all part of the adventure!
Day 10Prion Island, Bay of Isles, South Georgia
Day 11Godthul, South Georgia
Day 11Grytviken
Day 12Fortuna Bay, South Georgia
Day 12Stromness
Day 13St Andrews Bay, South Georgia
Time to relax and reflect
After visiting the Falklands and South Georgia, take some time while we head towards Antarctica to relax and reflect on your journey so far. Antarctica is a symbol of global cooperation, dedicated to peace, science and wildlife conservation. Protected by the Antarctic Treaty, it remains free of military conflict, preserving its pristine environment for future generations.
As a hub for scientific research on climate change and ecosystems, it offers unique insights into nature's resilience. Why not join one of our Citizen Science programmes to help collect data for global research projects.
Day 14Cruising
Day 15Cruising
Day 16Antarctic Sound
Experience Antarctica in all its natural majesty
Nothing prepares you for your first sight of Antarctica’s immense, frozen beauty. Icebergs, sculpted by nature, float in the straits. Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adélie Penguins watch upright from the shores. Countless seabirds wheel overhead. Nature is in charge.
While we’re here we’ll explore several possible landing sites, on and around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Wherever we go and whatever we do, each day will offer something different and thrilling.
We might sail into a flooded volcanic caldera or land in icy bays, where remnants of whaling paraphernalia lie abandoned. You may also get a chance to go kayaking among icebergs and seals, or snowshoe to a stunning viewpoint.
Bird enthusiasts should look skywards for Antarctic seabirds such as skuas, petrels and terns. Through onboard lectures and onshore talks, you'll learn more about this precious habitat and how we can all protect it for the future
Day 17South Shetland Islands
Day 18Gerlache Strait
Day 19South Shetland Islands
Day 20Cruising
Looking for land ahead
As we say goodbye to the frozen continent, MS Fram turns to take you north over the Drake Passage and towards Punta Arenas.
This is the perfect time to go through your pictures and relive your experiences in the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Enjoy the onboard comforts. Relax in the hot tubs or sauna or unwind in our Explorer Lounge & Bar. When the Drake Passage is behind us, we’ll enter the scenic Beagle Channel, surrounded by mountains plunging straight into the icy water. Watch for Patagonian wildlife as we sail through this wild and remote area.
Day 21Puerto Williams
Day 22Cruising
Day 23Punta Arenas
Onwards from Punta Arenas
Your expedition cruise of the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica comes to an end in Punta Arenas. From here, you'll catch a flight back to Santiago de Chile, where you will enjoy another overnight stay.
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