Go back to: Escape on an expedition cruise to the white wilderness of Antarctica
Accommodation
The Plane:
The BAe 146 was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace. It is a high-wing aircraft with very short runaway requirements, making it particularly suited for this kind of destination. It is operated by Aerovías DAP, which has more than 20 years’ experience of flying in Patagonia and Antarctica.
The Ship: Ocean Nova
All-inclusive. The Ocean Nova is a modern, comfortable vessel. Built in Denmark in 1992, she’s designed to sail the ice-choked waters off Greenland, and her strengthened hull is ideally suited for expedition travel in Antarctica. Ocean Nova has capacity for 62 passengers, accommodated in comfortable outside cabins, all with private facilities including dedicated single, twin and triple cabins. There’s a glass-enclosed observation lounge and presentation room, a spacious dining room, a bar and library, an infirmary and an exercise room. She’s also equipped with Zodiac boats, which are well suited for disembarking and wildlife watching. Expedition staff and crew: 38 Passengers: 62 Length: 73.0 m Breadth: 11.0 m Draft: 3.7 m Propulsion: Diesel Engines - 2,000-horsepower Ice Class: 1B, EO (Hull Ice 1A) Cruising Speed: 12 Knots in open water Lifeboats: two fully enclosed, capacity of 90.
Hotel Rey Don Felipe in Punta Arenas:
Bed and breakfast. The Hotel Rey Don Felipe is regarded as the best in town. Located in Punta Arenas the capital of Chilean Patagonia and a city of contrasts and great personality, the hotel has 45 beautifully decorated rooms spread over four floors. Besides the cosy entrance hall, bar, restaurant and business center, there’s a gym and full Wi-Fi connection.