Magellan Discoverer
Scheduled for launch in December 2026, the Magellan Discoverer is a new vessel built specifically for Antarctica Fly the Drake trips. With a yacht-like design, all-balcony accommodations, and a capacity of just 76 guests, it offers one of the premier boutique experiences in Antarctica.
This sister ship to the popular Magellan Explorer features a sophisticated hybrid-electric propulsion system minimizing fuel consumption and emissions. Onboard, guests can enjoy the observation lounge with a bar, panoramic views, and expert-led lectures. The dining room serves a curated menu inspired by regional Chilean flavors paired with premium Chilean wines. Additional amenities include a top wraparound deck, accessible bow, sauna with ice views, a library, fitness center, gift shop, and an outdoor barbecue area. For expeditions, the ship offers two meeting rooms, 10 Zodiacs, and a wet lab for research programs.
Each cabin is thoughtfully designed with a private balcony, sitting area, spacious wardrobe, and modern bathroom with heated floors. High ceilings and expanded layouts create a comfortable, airy atmosphere for guests to unwind after exploring.
Ship Specifications:
- Maximum # of Guests: 76 on air-cruises
- Expedition Staff & Crew: 67
- Ice Class: PC6
- Launch Date: Dec 2026
- Cruising Speed: 14 knots in open water
- Length: 94 m
- Minimum age: 8 years old
- Minimum age for adventure options: 16 years old for the kayaking program & 12 years old for snowshoeing/hiking
Magellan Discoverer Ship Gallery
Trips and Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Single Travelers:
- Can book a dedicated single cabin at Single Veranda prices above.
- Can book a Twin Cabin for single use at 1.85x the per person share price in Deluxe Veranda Cabins. A 100% supplement applies when booking all other categories.
- If willing to share a cabin, we can match you with another passenger of the same gender in a Deluxe Veranda Cabin. Passengers who book a twin cabin on a shared basis are accommodated in single rooms at the hotel in Punta Arenas. Those passengers must pay a Single Hotel Room Supplement which is $870/person for the 2026-27 season. Note: Single travelers who use CPAP machines or other assistive devices, as well as those who have conditions that can be disrupting to others (loud snoring, sleepwalking, etc.), can only book their air-cruise in a Single Cabin or a Twin Cabin for single use. They cannot book on a twin-share basis.
Adventure Options:
- Full Kayaking program: $995/person. Experience required and must be booked in advance as spots are limited. There will be 2 separate groups of 10 kayakers, with each group kayaking on an alternating basis.
- Snowshoeing/Hiking: $85/person per excursion, only bookable onboard the ship
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime. Please contact us for the real time availability & prices.
Cabin Descriptions - photos are artist renderings & actual cabins may vary
Grand Veranda Suite
The premier suites onboard featuring a private balcony, living area with sofa bed, walk in closet, desk & chair, fridge, safe, coffee maker, TV and bathroom with shower en suite. The bed can be configured as either one king-size bed or two twin beds.
409 ft² / 38 m²
Family Veranda Suite
These two room suites accommodate four guests. They feature a connecting door between both cabins, private balconies and two bathrooms with showers en suite. Additional features include desks & chairs, benches and coffee tables, closets, fridges, safes, coffee makers and TVs. The beds are set up as either as one king-size or two twins.
560 ft² / 52 m²
Deluxe Veranda
The most abundant cabin category on the ship, the Deluxe Veranda cabins are found on deck 4 & 5. They feature a private balcony, desk & chair, bench & coffee table, closets, fridge, coffee maker, safe, TV and bathroom with shower en suite. The bed can be configured as either one king-size bed or two twin beds.
280 ft² / 26 m²
Triple Veranda Suite
Accommodating 3 guests, Triple Veranda Suites are essentially two connecting Deluxe Veranda cabins. The suites have a connecting door between both cabins, private balconies
and two bathrooms with showers en suite. Additional features include desks & chairs, benches and coffee tables, closets, fridges, safes, coffee makers and TVs. The beds can be configured as either one king-size bed or two twin beds. There are just 2 Triple Veranda Suites (located midship on deck 4) and they will sell out far in advance.
560 ft² / 52 m²
Single Veranda
Located on deck 3, Single Veranda cabins feature a king bed, private balcony, desk & chair, bench & coffee table, closets, fridge, coffee maker, safe, TV and bathroom with shower en suite.
280 ft² / 26 m²
Deck Plan
