What makes Explorers House special
- An exclusive purpose-designed space in Punta Arenas, only available to guests travelling on the Magellan Explorer and Ocean Nova
- Prepare for Antarctica by attending pre-travel briefings, trying on your provided muck boots, practising wearing a life jacket and learning how to board a zodiac
- Escape the Patagonian wind and relax in the sheltered warmth of a lovingly restored 2,000 sq mt (21,500 sq ft) heritage building
- Chat with local staff and get answers to any questions you may have about the logistics of your upcoming journey to or from Antarctica
- Interactive touchscreens and a well-stocked library of polar books allow you to read up on your expedition
- Enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travellers, testing out traditional Chilean dishes in a unique setting
Alex says
Explorers House is an exceptional benefit for guests travelling on Magellan Explorer and Ocean Nova. Who wouldn't want complimentary access to this comfortable, stylish private members' club, where you can mingle with fellow travellers? Your home from home in the heart of downtown Punta Arenas.
Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica
The front of Explorers House
Two floors of facilities
Taking in a lecture
The polar library
A wool press from the building's past life
Enjoy local meals
Ample room to relax
What can you do at Explorers House?
Unwind with a coffee
Relax with a drink in the building’s spacious lounging areas. A perfect private spot to wait before or after your Antarctic charter flights.
Enjoy a welcome dinner
Join your fellow travellers at Explorers House for a wonderful feast of traditional dishes, perfectly paired with Chilean wines. You can refuel with a meal or snacks at any other time of day.
Dining and drinking at Explorers House
Attend welcome talks
Mandatory safety briefing sessions will be held in the purpose-built amphitheatre-style presentation room, which can host up to 100 travellers at once.
Rent or buy gear at the on-site shop
Make sure you have all the kit you need for the journey ahead. You will also have the opportunity to try on your included muck boots and purchase mementos.
100-seat ampitheatre-style lecture hall
Prepare for the voyage ahead
Specially designed touchscreens are dotted around the building for a fun interactive way to engage with more information about Antarctica.
Browse more than 100 books
The well-stocked polar library has a wealth of Antarctica-themed reading materials to peruse before or after your expedition.
Navigating the touchscreens
Voyages with exclusive access to Explorers House
Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
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