Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
You’re ready to explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula — and no Drake Passage crossings are required! With a spectacular aerial view, included charter flights between Punta Arenas and Antarctica have you experiencing the majesty of the 7th continent before transferring you to your ship in no time.
Keep your camera ready as you cruise in a Zodiac in search of whales, seabirds and astounding icebergs. Beaches dotted with leopard seals and penguins give way to icy plateaus, with snow-capped mountain peaks looming behind. You’ll find yourself thankful for the near-constant sunlight by which you can continue to take it all in.
Expedition in Brief
• Experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Marvel at all the Antarctic Peninsula highlights
• Enjoy on-board lectures and educational presentations from polar specialists
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 | Punta Arenas, Chile |
Day 2 | Embarkation Day |
Days 3 to 6 | Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands |
Day 7 | Disembark & Fly to Punta Arenas |
Day 8 | Depart Punta Arenas |
Tour Dates
Day 1 — Punta Arenas, Chile
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in southern Patagonia. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and shops to keep you busy for days. By early afternoon, a representative will meet you at the official starting point hotel, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparing for your embarkation day.
Day 2 — Embarkation Day
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica will have you crossing the legendary Drake Passage in only a few hours. Far below, the ship will approach King George Island for your arrival. Your first glimpse of dramatic Antarctic landscapes will be from a unique perspective, as your plane descends for landing in the South Shetland Islands. After landing, stretch your legs with a one-mile (1.6 km) walk to the shore, before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula!
Day 3 to 6 — Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands
There are few places in the world as evocative as Antarctica. As your ship approaches the White Continent, you may be overcome by feelings of excitement and awe. Antarctica is indescribable and can only be fully appreciated through your own eyes.
As your captain and expedition team keep a lookout for whales and seabirds, you’ll be alerted to any new sightings. Our team of expert presenters will deepen your experience with explanations of the glaciology, history and wildlife of the region.
Even more exciting are your daily land excursions. Your first Zodiac landing is something you’ll never forget! Walking on a beach dotted with penguins and seals is the most intimate way to experience the unique wildlife of Antarctica.
Each landing is different and is dependent on weather, but every day presents new sightings and photo opportunities, and it won’t be long before you can tell the difference between an Adélie, gentoo and chinstrap penguin.
You may take a Zodiac cruise in search of whales and icebergs one day, followed by a hike to a penguin rookery the next day. From the booming sound of a calving glacier to the thrill of spotting apex predators like leopard seals and killer whales in action, you’ll wake up early and welcome each day with a sense of adventure and a desire to explore during this unrivaled travel experience.
Your expedition team will accompany you all along the way, providing insights into the places you visit.
Day 7 — Disembarkation & Fly to Punta Arenas
After your week of exploration, you’ll say goodbye to your expedition team and disembark at King George Island. Your two-and-a-half-hour flight across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile, brings your adventure to an end. After your group transfer to the hotel, you are free to explore and enjoy an evening on your own, in the city or at the hotel to reminisce about the sights and sounds of Antarctica.
Day 8 — Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, you are welcome to continue on your own travels or make your way to the Punta Arenas airport for your homeward flights.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition team must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed. By the same token, wildlife encounters as described are expected, but not guaranteed. Your expedition team will use their considerable experience to seek out wildlife in known habitats, but the presence of any particular species of bird or marine wildlife is not a guarantee.
* Itinerary may be subject to change
Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2021-22 |
Triple Cabin
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Infinity Cabin
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Veranda Cabin
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Superior Suite
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Deluxe Suite
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Owner's Suite
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Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 15% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $9,995$8,996 | $14,495$11,089 | $13,995$10,706 | $15,995$12,236 | $17,495$13,384 | $18,995$14,531 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $15,995$14,396 | $22,995$16,556 | $21,995$15,836 | $25,495$18,356 | $27,495$19,796 | $29,495$21,236 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Prices in Red) | $16,995$15,296Full | $24,995$22,496 | $23,995$21,596Limited | $26,995$24,296Full | $29,995$26,996 | $31,995$28,796Limited |
Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Prices in Red) | $11,495$10,346 | $16,495$14,846 | $15,995$14,396 | $18,495$16,646 | $19,995$17,996 | $21,495$19,346 |
Camp, Paddleboarding, Kayak 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Prices in Red) | $10,995$9,896 | $15,995$14,396 | $15,495$13,946 | $17,495$15,746 | $18,995$17,096 | $20,995$18,896 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 5% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $10,995$9,896 | $15,995$13,676 | $15,495$13,248 | $17,495$14,958 | $18,995$16,241 | $20,995$17,951 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 15% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $15,995$14,396 | $22,995$17,591 | $21,995$16,826 | $25,495$19,504 | $27,495$21,034 | $29,495$22,564 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$13,676 | $17,995$12,956 | $20,995$15,116 | $22,495$16,196 | $24,495$17,636 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$13,676 | $17,995$12,956 | $20,995$15,116 | $22,495$16,196 | $24,495$17,636 |
Paddleboarding, Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Jan 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by Mar 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red). | $12,995$11,696 | $18,995$13,676 | $17,995$12,956 | $20,995$15,116 | $22,495$16,196 | $24,495$17,636 |
Please Note: Passenger Capacity on Fly/Cruise Programs is a maximum of 140.
Cruise Price does not include international airfare. Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement 1.7x twin rate for Infinity and Veranda & 2x twin rate for Superior, Deluxe and Owner's.
Drinks included. Soft drinks & juices all the time. House wine & non-premium beer at dinner.
Adventure Options: Kayaking - $995 (for those who want to kayak during entire voyage & have previous experience) OR paddling - $295 (for those w/o experience who want to kayak one time during the voyage), Camping - $295, Stand-up Paddleboarding - $295, Snowshoe-Included. Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Per Person USD Rates Antarctica 2022-23 |
Triple Cabin
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Infinity Cabin
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Veranda Cabin
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Superior Suite
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Deluxe Suite
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Owner's Suite
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Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $16,895$15,206 | $24,995$17,996 | $23,495$16,916 | $30,595$22,028 | $33,195$23,900 | $35,195$25,340 |
Camp, Kayak Save 10% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $10,795$9,716 | $15,895$12,875 | $14,795$11,984 | $19,395$15,710 | $20,995$17,006 | $22,495$18,221 |
Kayak Save 20% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $16,895$15,206 | $24,995$17,996 | $23,495$16,916 | $30,595$22,028 | $33,195$23,900 | $35,195$25,340 |
Kayak Save 10% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $22,995$20,696 | $34,195$27,698 | $32,195$26,078 | $41,895$33,935 | $45,395$36,770 | $48,495$39,281 |
Kayak Save 15% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $15,895$14,306 | $22,995$17,591 | $21,995$16,826 | $28,595$21,875 | $30,595$23,405 | $33,195$25,394 |
Kayak Save 15% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $15,895$14,306 | $22,995$17,591 | $21,995$16,826 | $28,595$21,875 | $30,595$23,405 | $33,195$25,394 |
Kayak Save 10% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $13,795$12,416 | $20,395$16,520 | $19,395$15,710 | $24,995$20,246 | $27,095$21,947 | $29,095$23,567 |
Kayak Save 10% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $13,795$12,416 | $20,395$16,520 | $19,395$15,710 | $24,995$20,246 | $27,095$21,947 | $29,095$23,567 |
Kayak Save 10% (Excludes Triple) Expires Mar 31st 2021 PLUS additional 10% savings if paid in full by May 31st 2021 (Combined savings shown in Red) PLUS additional 5% savings if paid in full at time of booking. | $13,795$12,416 | $20,395$16,520 | $19,395$15,710 | $24,995$20,246 | $27,095$21,947 | $29,095$23,567 |
Please Note: Passenger Capacity on Fly/Cruise Programs is a maximum of 140.
Cruise Price does not include international airfare. Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement 1.7x twin rate for Infinity and Veranda & 2x twin rate for Superior, Deluxe and Owner's.
Drinks included. Soft drinks & juices all the time. House wine & non-premium beer at dinner.
Adventure Options: Kayaking - $995 (for those who want to kayak during entire voyage & have previous experience) OR paddling - $295 (for those w/o experience who want to kayak one time during the voyage), Camping - $295, Stand-up Paddleboarding - $295, Snowshoe-Included. Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability.
All trips subject to possible fuel surcharge.
Owner's Suite Located on Decks 5 and 6, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower, dual-sink vanity, and bathtub is also featured in each cabin. 355 Sq.ft. (33 m²) |
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Deluxe Suite Located on Deck 5, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, double closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom is also featured in each cabin. 334 Sq.ft. (31 m²) |
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Superior Suite Located on Decks 5 and 6, these suites have one double or two single beds, and a 110 Sq. ft. (10 m²) walk-out balcony with access from sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 278 Sq.ft. (26 m²) |
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Veranda Cabin Located on Decks 5 and 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 Sq. ft. (5 m²) walk-out balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 215 Sq.ft. (20 m²) |
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Infinity Cabin Located on Decks 5 and 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a floor-to-ceiling glass Juliet balcony. A sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 270 Sq.ft. (25 m²) |
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Triple Cabin Located on Deck 6, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 Sq. ft. (5 m²) walk-out balcony. A separate combo sitting area/bedroom with a sofa bed and additional closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin. 242 Sq.ft. (22.5 m²) |