Compare Adventure from Cape Horn to the Penguins of Antarctica by Hurtigruten vs Atacama by Travel for All

Day 1: Santiago de Chile

Before embarking on this adventure, you spend a night in Santiago de Chile.

Day 2: Santiago de Chile and Punta Arenas

The next day you fly to Punta Arenas where your expedition ship the MS Midnatsol is already waiting for you

Day 3: Chilean fjords

We kick off by sailing south in the Magellan Strait and pass Isla Tucker and then through the extremely narrow Canal Gabriel. Chilean fjords are truly spectacular, and staying on deck to take in the view is the preferred activity.

Day 4: Chilean fjords and Cape Horn

We will do our best to make a landing on Cape Horn. However, this is an area known for high seas and challenging conditions and if we make it this will be a great achievement...

Day 5: At sea

Prepare yourself for Antarctica! Either with one of the films we show, by joining lectures or with a stay in the explorer room.

Day 6: At Sea

Trust us, Antarctica will overwhelm you. Everything is endless and white and the oceans are full of icebergs and whales. Maybe even more awe-inspiring will be your meeting the huge colonies of penguins. They are not afraid of humans; you can look forward to true close encounters with this most charming of bird species.

Day 7: Antarctica

Come ashore to explore the impressive Antarctic scenery, penguins and fur seals. From deck there are lots of chances of seeing whales as well. Enjoy close encounters with wildlife and glaciers, old whaling stations and relics. You are in one of the most remote areas of the world, but trust us when we say that you will not be bored for one single second.  Some of the places we will see are the South Shetlands and Cuverville Island, home to a large colony of gentoo penguins. Neko Harbour is beautifully located in the innermost part of Andvord Bay. Paradise Harbour got its descriptive name from the whalers during the last century. You can also look forward to visiting Half Moon Island, considered a jewel of diversity in the polar landscape. Join the expedition team and explore Antarctica with landings to get a close look at thousands of penguins and seals, enjoy kayaking and visits to the most interesting places. On board there are several lectures and “scientific experiments” for Young Explorers Antarctica.

Day 8: Antarctica

We continue the travel in Antarctica.

Day 9: Antarctica

We continue the travel in Antarctica.

Day 10: Antarctica

We continue the travel in Antarctica.

Day 11: Antarctica

We continue the travel in Antarctica.

Day 12: At sea

After six exciting days in Antarctica, we spend a day recapping our experiences, have fun in the explorer room or just relax on deck.

Day 13: Cape Horn and Chilean fjords

If we didn’t go ashore on Cape Horn on our way south we will try again today, or visit Puerto Williams, that is home to an interesting museum of anthropology and remains of ancient Indian campsites.

Day 14: Chilean fjords

We sail through the Chilean fjords and enjoy a day of wild nature and impressive sights. We will find a great place to land, surrounded by wilderness and glaciers. In the evening there will be a farewell dinner.

Day 15: Punta Arenas / Santiago de Chile

The adventure is over as we reach Punta Arenas, and it is time to say goodbye to all your new friends and the crew. After debarkation we transfer you to the airport for your flight to Santiago de Chile.

Day 1: Arrival Santiago, Chile.

Day 2: Santiago/ San Pedro de Atacama.

Day 3: San Pedro de Atacama

Day 4: San Pedro de Atacama

Day 5: San Pedro de Atacama and Santiago