Reach the gateway
The Ice Marathon departs from Punta Arenas, Chile. Travelers commonly connect through Santiago to Punta Arenas airport (PUQ). International travel, local hotels and expenses during delays are separate from the Antarctic package.
Protect your return schedule
Runbuk advises flexible return tickets and substantial contingency time. Its FAQ warns that Antarctic flights can be delayed for days and advises avoiding important commitments for at least two weeks after the expected return.
Flight to the ice
The published journey from Punta Arenas takes about four hours and lands on Union Glacier’s blue-ice runway. A ground transfer then takes the group to camp. Exact aircraft and operating times remain subject to logistics conditions.
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