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Life Returns - Springtime Expedition to Antarctica (Montevideo)

Ship: MS Fram   
Departure: Saturday, October 23, 2027
Nights: 22 nights
Departs: Montevideo
Returns: Punta Arenas
+ Club Members - Bonus EUR180/Suite Credit
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
22
Nights
Days at Sea
13
Sea Days
Ports
8
Ports
Countries Visted
5
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Life Returns - Springtime Expedition to Antarctica (Montevideo)

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Saturday, October 23, 2027 Montevideo, Uruguay Embark 8:00 PM
    View of Montevideo, Uruguay

    Montevideo is the largest city, capital, and chief port of Uruguay. Situated on the River Plate (Silver River), it is also home to almost half of the nation's population, and subsequently is a modern metropolis, though with a fascinating historical old town dating back to colonial times. Described as a vibrant, eclectic place with a rich cultural life, it is the hub of commerce. Read more about Montevideo, Uruguay

    2 Sunday, October 24, 2027 Adventure, Guyana
    3 Monday, October 25, 2027 Adventure, Guyana
    4 Tuesday, October 26, 2027 Adventure, Guyana
    5 Wednesday, October 27, 2027 Saunders Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas) 2:00 PM 8:00 PM
    View of Saunders Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    Saunders Island, NW of West Falkland, is still run as a sheep farm. Saunders Island Settlement, with one listed building known as Stone House, lies on the east coast. There are varied habitats, including wetland and permanent lakes, areas of dune formations and extensive steep cliff slopes. Read more about Saunders Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    6 Thursday, October 28, 2027 New Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas) 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of New Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    New Island is one of the southwesterly island of the Falklands, and the most remote of all the inhabited islands in the archipelago. The landscape of New Island is much like that of parts of Scotland. The hilly island is wind-swept and covered with high brown grass and peat bogs. Read more about New Island, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    7 Friday, October 29, 2027 Port Stanley, Falkland Islands (Malvinas) 9:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Port Stanley, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    Port Stanley is the capital and only town in the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). It is located on the isle of East Falkland, on a north-facing slope, south of Stanley Harbour, in one of the wettest parts of the islands. It is very easy to see most of the islands’ worthwhile sites on a short walking tour. Read more about Port Stanley, Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

    8 Saturday, October 30, 2027 Adventure Lies Ahead
    9 Sunday, October 31, 2027 Adventure Lies Ahead
    10 Monday, November 1, 2027 Rightwhale Bay
    11 Tuesday, November 2, 2027 Salisbury Plains, USA 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    12 Wednesday, November 3, 2027 Grytviken
    13 Thursday, November 4, 2027 Towards Antarctica
    14 Friday, November 5, 2027 Towards Antarctica
    15 Saturday, November 6, 2027 Antarctica Sound
    16 Sunday, November 7, 2027 Antarctica Sound
    17 Monday, November 8, 2027 Antarctica Sound
    18 Tuesday, November 9, 2027 Antarctica Sound
    19 Wednesday, November 10, 2027 Antarctica Sound
    20 Thursday, November 11, 2027 The Passage Back
    21 Friday, November 12, 2027 Puerto Williams, Chile 4:00 PM 10:00 PM
    View of Puerto Williams, Chile

    Puerto Williams is a Chilean port and naval base located on Isla Navarino facing the Beagle Channel. It lies 46 km E of Ushuaia on the opposite N side of the Chanel. With a population of a little over 2,000, including both naval personnel and civilians, Puerto Williams claims to be the southernmost city in the world (based on definition of ‘city’; its population is 2900). Read more about Puerto Williams, Chile

    22 Saturday, November 13, 2027 The Passage Back
    23 Sunday, November 14, 2027 Punta Arenas, Chile 6:00 AM Disembark
    View of Punta Arenas, Chile

    Punta Arenas, overlooking the Strait of Magellan in southern Patagonia, Chile, bustles with windswept trekkers en route to glacier-filled Torres del Paine National Park or an Antarctic cruise. Before leaving, be sure to take note of the mansion-lined main square, Plaza Muñoz Gamero where local vendors sell homemade crafts, the City Cemetery with its elaborate tombs, the Sara Braun Palace, and Braun Menendez Residence that presents great insight of the city's wealthy pioneer past. The city is also home to the former British Navy base and early Spanish colony of Puerto Hambre, and a popular ski centre that overlooks the Strait of Magellan. Read more about Punta Arenas, Chile

  • Ship

    MS Fram Overview

    MS Fram

    MS Fram was built with the purpose of being an expedition vessel. With higher ice-class, chart drawing tools, ship depth sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights and many more incredible features - MS Fram is simply the best expedition ship imaginable.

  • Cabins

    MS Fram Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the MS Fram Suite on the MS Fram

    Cabin Types

    Q2, M4, M2, MG, Q4

    These elegant suites are situated on upper decks and include a seating area, TV and minibar.

    Superior Oceanview

    Superior Oceanview

    Superior Oceanview on the MS Fram Superior Oceanview on the MS Fram

    Cabin Types

    F4, F2, U2

    Size approximately: 22 m2. Flexible sleeping arrangements, seating area (chairs), TV, kettle, shower/WC.

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

    Oceanview on the MS Fram Oceanview on the MS Fram

    Cabin Types

    FJ, N4, SD, N2

    Size approximately: 16 - 21 m2. Enjoy these comfortable cabins with double beds* and TV situated on upper decks with a limited view.

    Inside

    Inside

    Inside on the MS Fram Inside on the MS Fram

    Cabin Types

    I4, I2

    Size approximately: 6 - 10 m2. Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins on middle or upper deck with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa.

  • Deck Plans

    MS Fram Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for MS Fram

    HX Expeditions Experience

    HX Expeditions Experience

    Your expedition cruise with HX Expeditions includes:
    • All meals in the main dining room
    • A selection of wine, beer, sodas and mineral water during lunch and dinner
    • Tea and coffee available during the day
    • Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
    • Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)
    • No gratuities expected
    • A variety of shore excursions and explorations with expert guiding from the HX expedition team*
    • A selection of gear, such as trekking poles and boots, will be available for loan depending on the voyage
    • Access to in-depth lectures as well as the Advanced Science Center and Citizen Science Program

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    HX Expeditions Club Offer

    HX Expeditions Club Offer

    Clean Cruising Club Members receive EUR180 per cabin onboard credit per stateroom*
    Plus, your cruise with HX Expeditions includes:
    • All meals in the main dining room
    • Specially selected wine, beer, sodas and mineral water including during lunch and dinner plus tea and coffee available during the day
    • Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
    • Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)
    • No gratuities expected
    • On board and on shore excursions and explorations*
    • A small selection of gear, such as trekking poles and rubber boots, will be available for loan depending on the season and the destination
    • Expert guiding with the assistance of the HX expedition team
    * To receive the bonus Clean Cruising Club member offer, guests must be current members of the Clean Cruising Club.

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    HX Expeditions 130th Anniversary Sale

    HX Expeditions 130th Anniversary Sale

    Celebrate 130 years of HX Expeditions and book a select sailing to receive:
    • Save up to 25% on your cruise fare*
    • Free suite upgrades on selected Antarctica expeditions*

    PLUS: Your expedition cruise with HX Expeditions will always include:
    • All meals in the main dining room & a selection of wine, beer & beverages during meals
    • Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
    • Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility) & no gratuities expected
    • A variety of shore excursions and explorations with expert guiding from the HX expedition team*
    • Advanced Science Center and Citizen Science Program + more!

    Offer ends 31 August 2026. Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Oceanview

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Superior Oceanview

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Suite

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  • Life Returns - Springtime Expedition to Antarctica (Montevideo)

    Cruiseline: HX Expeditions Ship: MS Fram Departure: Saturday, October 23, 2027 Nights: 22 nights Departs: Montevideo Returns: Punta Arenas

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