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On a tour of the Chilean region of Antarctica, you will be sure to stop in Villa Las Estrellas Arica-city(Las Estrellas Village), the first place to be inhabited on the continent. Baleen whales, Orcas or Killer Whales, Sea Lions, Weddel Seals, Antarctic Seals and Penguins are among the wildlife that you will see. Other activities include a trip to the Presidente Frei Meteorological Center, one of the main meteorological and navigational stations in the Antarctic, a hike to the Sea Lion colony in the Drake Sea, marine life observation, bird-watching, and a hike to Ardley Island, home to the Papua Penguin colony.

   
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There are no official hotels in the antarctic. The Frei Base (established in 1980 under the name of Teniente Rodolfo Marsh) is the only accommodation available.

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Visit Villa Las Estrellas:
Its facilities and meteorological center.

Visit the Sea Lion colony:
In the Drake Sea in a hike across the runway towards the beach.
Lunch and/or snack depending on the place and time of arrival.
Walk to the Chinese Station to observe Marine Birds, Penguins and Weddell Seals.
Cross over (walking through an isthmus) to Ardley Island, where Papua Penguin colonies live.

  Boat/Sailing Tour
 

Boat excursions not only offers you the opportunity to see wildlife, but also will give you a scientific background that will allow you to enjoy the astonishing scenery of glaciers, mountains, icebergs, among others. Penguins, sea lions, Weddel seals, and a number of species of whales, as well as an infinite number of species of birds, who will accompany you along the route, which includes a view of the Shetland del Sur Islands, an awe-inspiring group of islands filled with wildlife.