
Immerse yourself in the seventh continent and the natural beauty of Chilean fjords in this expedition cruise in late Antarctic summer.
Antarctic wonders
Get ready for eight days of beautiful sunsets that tint the icescapes in wonderful colors. This is also the best season for whale watching, when larger numbers and different species come to feed on krill. You’ll also see adolescent penguin chicks molting into their adult plumage. The Expedition Team will guide you on landings, ice-cruising, and on optional excursions, bringing you closer to Antarctica’s scenery and wildlife. This is true wilderness, meaning that local ice and weather conditions are constantly changing. That’s why we regularly adjust our itinerary to bring you the best experience for those specific conditions.
Chilean fjords and Patagonia
After crossing the Drake Passage, we’ll arrive at Cape Horn. We’ll try to go ashore, conditions permitting. The beautiful waterways and canals of the Chilean fjords come next. Then, we stop at Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park. From there, we continue north to the secluded village of Puerto Edén. After sailing the fabled waters of Patagonia, the last stop on your cruise will be the colonial city of Castro before ending your cruise in Valparaíso.

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Day 1Santiago de Chile
So much to see
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Day 2Santiago de Chile/Punta Arenas
Setting off
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Day 3-4At sea
The ‘Drake Shake’ … or the ‘Drake Lake’
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Day 5-12Antarctica
The Great White Continent
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Day 13-14At sea
Attempting Cape Horn
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Day 15Chilean fjords
Cruising through paradise
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Day 16-17Puerto Natales
Gateway to the ‘Blue Towers’
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Day 18Puerto Edén - Anchored - Half Day
Hard-to-reach village
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Day 19At sea
Fabled Patagonian waters
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Day 20Castro, Chile
Chilote charm
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Day 21-22At sea
The home stretch
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Day 23Valparaíso, Chile
Homeward bound
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What's Included
Included in Your Expedition
Hotel
- Overnight in Santiago de Chile before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
Flights
- Flight in economy class from Santiago de Chile to Punta Arenas
Transfers
- Transfer from the hotel in Santiago to the airport before the expedition cruise
- Transfer from the Punta Arenas airport to the ship, including an orientation tour and a pre-packed lunch
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- Fine-dining À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard activities
- Experts from the Expedition Team present detailed lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- The Citizen Science program allows guests to contribute to current scientific research projects
- The onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
- The ship has hot tubs, a sauna, and an indoor gym
- Participate in informal gatherings with the crew, such as daily recaps and the next day’s preparations
Landing activities
- Escorted landings in a small boat (RIB) while in Antarctica
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for the activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographer will help configure your camera settings before landings
Not Included In Your Expedition
- International flights
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you can meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities are expected
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MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 318 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Gross tonnage | 11647 |
Length | 114 m / 374 ft |
Beam | 20.2 m / 66 ft |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram honors the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology and making her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in polar regions.
Practical Information
Sailing with MS Fram
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Practical Information for Expedition Cruises On Board MS Fram
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Meet Our Expedition Team
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Landing Sites in Antarctica
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