Aurora Expeditions, the experts in Antarctic cruising, are offering travellers the chance to experience springtime in Antarctica this year with a '2-for-1' flight offer to South America. When two travellers book the company's fully-inclusive package to Antarctica and South Georgia departing this November, the second person will fly free – saving up to $2,900!

Springtime in Antarctica and South Georgia offers a wealth of unique and special experiences. South Georgia's mountains shed their snowy mantles, while currents of krill create a mass homecoming of penguins, seals and seabirds to the islands shores. As the days grow longer, gorgeous sunsets of pink and yellow hues create a stunning backdrop for anyone taking part in the free on-board photography workshops.

In Antarctica expect to encounter pack-ice and lively penguin rookeries busy with courtship and nest-building. Giant icebergs that have been trapped all winter are released creating perfect playgrounds for kayakers and snorkellers. Landing ashore, passengers are free to hike up snowy slopes for spectacular views or find a quiet spot to simply sit and appreciate Antarctica's beauty.

As well as including daily shore excursions and optional activities such as sea kayaking, polar snorkelling and photography workshops led by renowned photography Peter Eastway, the expedition will also feature Aurora Expeditions' exclusive program of Shackleton Centenary events including a special Shackleton graveside memorial, a commemorative Shackleton walk from Fortuna Bay to Stromness (weather permitting), and a series of on-board celebrations such as an expedition-style dinner and a photography exhibition of Australian photographer Frank Hurley's Antarctic photographs.

To be eligible for the '2-for-1' flights offer to South America, travellers must book Aurora Expeditions' fully-inclusive package featuring their 'Scotia Sea Springtime' expedition to South Georgia and Antarctica before 31 August 2015.

The 24-day package departs 18 November 2015 and also includes international flights from Australia, internal flights in South America, a 3 nights' stay in Santiago including breakfast and city tour, one night in Punta Arenas and airport transfers. Package price starts from $26,995 per person, twin share (ex Sydney) with the second person saving up to $2,900 off the package price.

For more information about Aurora Expeditions' fully-inclusive package featuring Antarctic & South Georgia, call 1800 637 688 or visit www.auroraexpeditions.com.au.

Editor's notes:

• Price based on group airfares departing Sydney and have limited availability and may change. Other terms and conditions apply.
• Prices available for flights ex other Australian cities available on request.