The Magellan Explorer, is a modern and elegant base from which to explore the polar regions, combining boutique hospitality with top class expedition facilities. It is the ideal platform for air-cruise operations and several international polar expedition experts were involved in the design process. Working with engineers, naval architects and designers, the expedition experience of guests was always kept in mind. Built in Chile, the Magellan Explorer has a capacity of 73 passengers providing an intimate small ship cruising experience. All cabins include feature private batrooms and heaeted floors and all cabins except Porthole cabins feature private balconies.
The ship has a fleet of 10 zodiacs to ensure all guests can disembark the ship and enjoy time on the icy landscapes or drift through glacial waters in search of unique wildlife. The ship contains a glass observation lounge and presentation room that boasts state-of-the-art visual and audio equipment for presentations conduct by the expert expedition crew. Onboard you will enjoy fitness facilities including a gym, sauna and well stocked bar.
Length: 90.7 m (298 ft.)
Breadth: 16.2 m (53 ft.)
Draught: 4.3 m (14 ft.)
Gross Tonnage: 4,900
Speed: 14 knots
Passengers: 100
Classification: Passenger Ship
Ice Class: LR PC6
Ship Region:Antarctica Cruise Ships
Our ships comply with all safety regulations and are suitable for sailing in polar environments. For safety in navigation, there is an ice-detecting radar.
Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia
SHIP: Magellan Explorer
Start: Punta Arenas, Chile
Finish: Ushuaia, Argentina
Departures: 07 Mar 2027 More x
PRICED FROM
USD 23,995*
PER PERSON
Antarctica
SHIP: Magellan Explorer
Start: Ushuaia, Argentina
Finish: Punta Arenas, Chile
Departures: 18 Nov 2025 27 Nov 2026 More x
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USD 7,795*
PER PERSON
Antarctica
SHIP: Magellan Explorer
Start: Punta Arenas, Chile
Finish: Punta Arenas, Chile
Departures: 26 Nov 2025 01 Dec 2025 06 Dec 2025 11 Dec 2025 16 Dec 2025 21 Dec 2025 26 Dec 2025 31 Dec 2025 05 Jan 2026 10 Jan 2026 15 Jan 2026 20 Jan 2026 25 Jan 2026 06 Feb 2026 11 Feb 2026 21 Feb 2026 26 Feb 2026 03 Mar 2026 20 Nov 2026 30 Nov 2026 05 Dec 2026 10 Dec 2026 15 Dec 2026 20 Dec 2026 25 Dec 2026 30 Dec 2026 04 Jan 2027 09 Jan 2027 14 Jan 2027 19 Jan 2027 24 Jan 2027 29 Jan 2027 03 Feb 2027 08 Feb 2027 20 Feb 2027 25 Feb 2027 02 Mar 2027 More x
PRICED FROM
USD 21,995*
PER PERSON
Antarctica
SHIP: Magellan Explorer
Start: Punta Arenas, Chile
Finish: Punta Arenas, Chile
Departures: 30 Jan 2026 13 Feb 2027 More x
PRICED FROM
USD 29,795*
PER PERSON
During any voyage on board the Magellan Explorer there is always a medical doctor on board. In addition, extra crew members with nursing training may be on board to assist in various health and safety functions. On-call service from our medical contractor’s shore-based team is accessible 24/7 to support the ship’s doctor.