Itinerary

DAY 1: EMBARKATION IN STANLEY

• Arrival by air to Stanley, in the Falkland Islands
• Group transfer by car from the airport to Port Stanley.
• Embarkation on the expedition ship Hans Hansson.
• After settling in the cabins, you will meet the crew and attend maritime and environmental safety briefings.
• Technical equipment will also be checked and biosecurity, zodiac use, seasickness prevention, and emergency protocols explained.

DAY 2: HEADING TO ANTARCTICA

• First day of ocean navigation across the Drake Passage heading to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. The pace will depend on sea state, wind, and weather systems.
• Safety and rescue briefings will be completed on board, rope teams organized, and gear prepared for upcoming skiing operations and polar landings.      

DAY 3: LIFE ON BOARD AND POLAR PREPARATION

• The journey continues aboard the Hans Hansson, a small and maneuverable ship designed as an expedition base.
• The day will combine navigation, review of glacier progression protocols, and forecast analysis.
• There will also be time to observe birds and marine mammals and learn more about Antarctica's geography, wildlife, and history.

DAY 4: GLACIER SAFETY AND PLANNING

• Third estimated day of navigation toward the Antarctic region.
• Guides will deepen cord team planning, gear use, and response to cold, low visibility, or group separation situations.
• The crew and technical team will continue assessing sea state, ice, and weather to prepare possible first landings.

DAY 5: ARRIVAL TO ANTARCTIC REGION

• Last estimated day of the crossing from Stanley, although the actual duration may vary due to sea and wind. If approaching the South Shetland Islands or the northern Peninsula allows, anchorage, zodiac access, and glacier conditions evaluation will begin.
• The goal is to be ready to ski as soon as there is a safe and authorized window.

DAY 6: FIRST SKI DAYS

• The operational skiing and exploration window begins. The captain and guides will choose the objective based on weather, visibility, wind, sea ice, waves, and glacier conditions.
• The day may include zodiac approach, ascent with skins and roping, crampon and ice axe sections, and descent via the route scoped during the ascent.

DAY 7: SKIING AMONG ISLANDS AND FJORDS

• Another opportunity for activity in the Antarctic region, without a guaranteed mountain or route. The team will assess areas like the South Shetlands, Northern Gerlache, or the Danco Coast, always according to actual conditions and permits.
• If skiing is safe, two guided groups will be organized; otherwise, polar exploration alternatives will be considered.

DAY 8: GLACIER TERRAIN AND VARIABLE SNOW

• Planning will again adapt to weather windows and ship positioning.
• A moderate route or a longer day might be sought, with elevation changes varying roughly between 500 and more than 1,000 meters. The terrain will be glacial and may require roped progression, efficient transitions, and mastery of crampons, ice axe, and skiing on variable snow.      

DAY 9: MOUNTAINS RISING FROM THE OCEAN

• Flexible day to take advantage of the best terrain available among islands, fjords, and mountains rising directly from the ocean.
• After breakfast and the technical briefing, gear will be prepared and a zodiac approach made.
• Guides will evaluate access, crevasses, snow, and visibility before confirming ascent, descent, and return cut-off time.

DAY 10: EXPLORATION OF THE DANCO COAST

• The expedition may explore sectors of the Danco Coast, with references like Paradise Harbour, Andvord Bay, Neko Harbour, or Enterprise Island, with no area guaranteed.
• The small size of the Hans Hansson allows searching suitable channels, bays, and anchorages. The priority is to combine safety, skiing quality, scenery, and polar experience.

DAY 11: ASCENT IN SMALL GROUPS

• The daily skiing operations window continues.
• If weather and glaciers allow, ascents between three and eight hours will be made, organized in small groups with a maximum planned ratio of 1:5.
• Upon returning to the ship, time will be available to eat, rest, review the activity, and reposition the ship toward the area with better options for the next day.

DAY 12: ADAPTING TO CONDITIONS

• The day’s objective will be decided based on the weather report, wind, visibility, sea ice, and snowpack stability.
• Mountains of Northern Gerlache, Danco Coast, or nearby islands may be considered, always without promising a specific summit. In low visibility conditions, lower and more protected routes or alternative activities will be chosen.

DAY 13: GREAT ANTARCTIC OBJECTIVES

• Possible exploration day around Anvers, Brabant, Neumayer Channel, Doumer Island, or other accessible areas.
• The region’s great summits are considered ambitious, not guaranteed, and will only be attempted if the group level, schedule, and conditions offer a safe margin. The final decision will rest with the guides and captain.

DAY 14: SKIING, GLACIER AND ZODIAC

• Each skiing opportunity will begin with an assessment of the landing and glacier. The group may ascend with skins and roping, overcome crampon and ice axe sections on foot, and descend the line checked during the ascent.
• Return to the beach, zodiac, and ship will be part of a day where discipline and adaptability are essential.

DAY 15: SEARCHING FOR THE BEST TERRAIN

• The expedition will continue looking for the best balance between skiing, sailing, and exploration.
• The Lemaire Channel and Kiev Peninsula will only be considered as an extraordinary possibility if ice allows access; they do not constitute the core of the program. Main areas will remain the South Shetlands, Northern Gerlache, and Danco Coast.

DAY 16: SKIING OR POLAR EXPLORATION

• Penultimate opportunities for ascents and descents in the Antarctic Peninsula.  

DAY 17: FINAL ACTIVITY WINDOW

• Last planned day within the main skiing and exploration window. The activity will depend on the charter flight schedule, ship position, and environmental conditions.
• After setting out, the group will review and prepare gear while the crew begins positioning toward King George Island to coordinate landing and the air operation.
• You'll stay on the expedition vessel Hans Hansson tonight

DAY 18: FLIGHT TO PUNTA ARENAS

• The Hans Hansson will position in the King George Island area to coordinate landing and charter flight to Punta Arenas. The operation may be advanced, delayed, or modified due to weather.
• If delayed, the group will normally remain onboard with catering and adapted activities.
• The charter flight from Antarctica to Punta Arenas is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours in duration. 
• After flying, transfer to the hotel in Punta Arenas and spend the night in the city.

DAY 19: INTERNATIONAL RETURN

• Breakfast in Punta Arenas
• International return begins to the country of origin, aiming to arrive before Christmas.
• Flexible tickets are recommended, as the hotel night provides initial margin for Antarctic flight changes but does not guarantee to absorb unlikely delays of multiple days in case of bad weather for the Drake Passage flight.

Rates & Inclusions

Rates Information (2027)

Fixed date, open-group tour - €24,000/person

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• Expedition aboard the polar expedition vessel Hans Hansson with shared double cabins.
• Backcountry ski touring/splitboarding with 2 IFMGA/UIAGM High Mountain guides throughout the expedition.
• Charter flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas at the end of the expedition
• All meals on board during the expedition
• Arrival transfer between the Falkland Islands airport and the boarding port.
• Arrival transfer between Punta Arenas airport and the hotel
• All necessary permits for the expedition development
• 1 night hotel in Punta Arenas in shared room with breakfast included.
• Kayaks available for passenger use, as long as conditions and operations allow
• Personal safety equipment for expedition operations
• Technical and equipment advice before the trip.

• FLIGHTS: to Falklands Islands & return flight from Punta Areas (assistance can be provided with this)
• SKI TOURING / SPLITBOARDING EQT: All ski-touring & splitboarding equipment including avalanche safety equipment
• Alcoholic beverages, all personal expenses
• Extra nights required due to flight connections (assistance can be provided with this)
• Mandatory rescue insurance, travel insurance
• Tips optional

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