Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer
Magellan Explorer: A New & Modern Expedition Vessel
Days: 8, 10, & 17 | From: $14,995/per person
Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel that launched in 2019. The ship features a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, a spacious and stylish dining room, a well-stocked bar, a library, a meeting room, a gym, a sauna, and a medical clinic. The forward-facing observation deck leads to the bow of the ship, which is accessible to guests to offer proximity to marine wildlife. The ship has a fleet of 10 Zodiac boats that are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching.
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
Triple Suite (440 ft2) – 2 twin beds and 1 queen-size sofa bed, 2 private balconies with sitting area
Porthole Cabin (220 ft2) – 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed
Veranda Cabin (220 ft2) – 2 twin beds or 1 king size bed, private balcony with sitting area
Deluxe Veranda Cabin (220 ft2) – 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area
Penthouse Suite (330 ft2) – 2 twin beds or 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area
Grand Suite (440 ft2) – 2 twin beds or 1 king-size sofa bed, 2 private balconies with sitting area
Single Cabin (220 ft2) – 1 king-size bed, private balcony with sitting area
Yacht Specifications
Staff & Crew: 60
Guests: 76 (73 for air-cruises)
Length: 298 feet (90.7 meters)
Breadth: 53 feet (16.2 meters)
Draft: 14 feet (4.3 meters)
Propulsion: 2x MAN main engines, total 3,440 kW
Ice Class: LR PC6
Cruising speed: 14 knots
Gross Tonnage: 4,900
Itineraries & Pricing
Classic Antarctica Air Cruise (8 days)
Day 1
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2
Fly Punta Arenas to Antarctica / Embarkation
Days 3 – 6
Antarctica Peninsula
Day 7
Fly Antarctica to Punta Arenas
Day 8
Punta Arenas
Polar-Circle Air Cruise (10 days)
Day 1
Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2
Fly Punta Arenas to Antarctica / Embarkation
Days 3 – 8
Antarctica Peninsula & Polar Circle
Day 9
Fly Antarctica to Punta Arenas
Day 10
Punta Arenas
Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise (17 days)
Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina / Embarkation
Day 2 – 4
At Sea, Sailing to South Georgia
Days 5- 8
Exploring South Georgia
Days 9 – 10
Sail to Antarctic Peninsula
Day 11
Elephant Island
Days 12 – 15
Exploring Antarctica
Day 16
King George Island and flight to Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 17
Punta Arenas
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Pricing
Days: 8, 10, & 17 | From: $14,995/per personPricing varies based on departure date, trip length, and cabin type. Listed pricing is per person, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) and subject to change. Please contact us for current pricing and availability.
Included: All meals onboard, guides & activities
Not included: International airfare, domestic airfare, gratuities, adventure activities such as sea kayaking or camping
Extras:
Hiking & Snowshoeing
Sea Kayaking
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