The Southern Lights By Flight
Witness the Aurora Australis Over Antarctica From the Air
Many people spend a small fortune to fly to Norway, Canada or the Arctic Circle to see the Northern lights, but did you realise that you can see the same phenomena on a flight departing from Australia?
Join Chimu Adventures and a team of expert astronomers on board a private Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner as you head over the Southern Ocean toward Antarctica. Fly into the night and bare witness to one of the world's most indescribable natural phenomena. The Southern Lights, also known as the Aurora Australis!
WHAT TO EXPECT ONBOARD
Aboard our privately chartered aircraft, you will experience unparalleled viewing of the magical Aurora Australis. Enjoy Qantas service –including premium drinks, delicious meals, and access to a range of inflight entertainment. The duration of the flight varies between 10-13 hours depending on departure airport and we’d typically hope to see a couple of hours of Auroral activity over the course of the trip.
Viewing of the Aurora is an exciting experience, but it is important to note that there is a difference between viewing the Aurora with the naked eye versus what the camera captures. Striking images and videos of the Aurora that you may have seen are captured thanks to the extreme sensitivity of modern digital cameras. To help guests we will have a professional photographer onboard who can assist you in getting the best possible results. If you are an avid photographer or astronomer, we highly recommend you choose a premium seat or book a full row in economy to guarantee window access throughout the duration of the flight. Guests should be aware that once in the Aurora zone the cabin lights will be turned off to enable best viewing.
Join Aurora hunter and astrophysicist Dr Ian Griffin & a team of expert astronomers and fly into the night, to witness one of the world’s most magical natural
phenomena.
Take off onboard a Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, you will head south over the Southern Ocean towards Antarctica, aiming for latitudes of 62 degrees south where
the Aurora Australis is brightest. We will take you far away from light pollution, high above the clouds and weather systems to see a magical and unforgettable display with uninterrupted view of the southern lights. Along the way you will see constellations, stars, and planets as you have never witnessed them before.
Throughout the flights you will receive a full inflight catering service in both business and economy classes. Expert astronomers will provide information on route about how an aurora is created, as well as pointing out their favourite night sky objects. They will instruct you on how to photograph an aurora and we will have a photographer onboard to assist on how best to use your cameras.
Book with confidence knowing that should COVID cause the cancellation or delay of your flight your money will be refunded.*
At the Latitudes we are heading to, it doesn’t get properly dark between September and March. That’s why The Aurora flights run between Autumn and Spring and we’ve chosen our flight times carefully during this period. On the flight we will fly to the Auroral Zone, which is an area around the South Magnetic Pole. The South Magnetic Pole moves over time and is actually much further north than the
geographical South Pole. The South Magnetic Pole is currently located in the Southern Ocean, south of Australia and just off the coast of Antarctica.
Southern Lights Flight Day Trip - Brisbane
Departing 14 May 2021
| Cabin Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Limited View | Sold Out |
| Economy (Wing) | $2,395 pp |
| Economy (No Wing) | $2,895 pp |
| Premium Economy | $4.495 pp Limited |
| Business | Sold Out |
| Business Premium | Sold Out |
Southern Lights Flight Day Trip - Melbourne
Departing 10 April 2021 and 05 June 2021
| Cabin Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Limited View 10/4/21 | Sold Out |
| Economy (Wing) Save up to 10% | $1.886 pp |
| Economy (No Wing) Save up to 10% | $2,246 pp |
| Premium Economy 10/4/21 Limited | $3,995 pp |
| Business | $6,395 pp |
| Business Premium | $6,995 pp Limited |
| Limited View 05/06/21 | $1.295 pp |
Southern Lights Flight Day Trip - Perth
Departing 08 May 2021
| Cabin Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Limited View | $1,395 pp Limited |
| Economy (Wing) | $2,395 pp |
| Economy (No Wing) | $2,895 pp |
| Premium Economy | $4,495 pp Limited |
| Business | Sold Out |
| Business Premium | Sold Out |
Southern Lights Flight Day Trip - Sydney
Departing 09 April 2021 and 15 May 2021
| Cabin Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Limited View 9/4/21 Limited | $1,295 pp |
| Economy (Wing) | $2,095 pp |
| Economy (No Wing) | $2,495 pp |
| Premium Economy 9/4/21 Limited | $3,995 pp |
| Business 15/5/21 Limited | $6,395 pp |
| Business Premium | $6,995 pp Limited |
| Limited View 15/5/21 | Sold Out |
| Premium Economy 15//5/21 | Sold Out |
