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Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

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Enjoy the best of both worlds by sailing south, experiencing the journey across the Drake Passage and the elation of spotting your first iceberg, then expedite your return to civilisation by plane at the end. In between, spend four days exploring the White Continent with the pioneers of Antarctic expedition cruising. Complimentary kayaking session included.

Trip Summary

4 full days in Antarctica = 8 planned ‘off ship’ excursions
Sail across the Drake Passage from Argentina to Antarctica, then fly back to Chile in just 2 hours
With capacity for 148 guests, the classic expedition-focused ship offers a wide range of comfortable cabin options
Antarctic operational experience since 1966
Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:12
Includes pre and post cruise hotel nights in Ushuaia and Puerto Natales
Complimentary drinks and an Antarctic kayaking session for all guests
National Geographic-certified photographer on every voyage and complimentary camera gear loan scheme available on board
Unique onboard ROV submersible and divemaster capturing underwater footage to share with guests

Trip Overview

Route

Trip length

10 Days

Ship Comfort

Comfort & Adventure

Ship

National Geographic Explorer

Total guests

148

From

$11,950

Guests cruise around icebergs by zodiac boat in Antarctica

Cruising in zodiac boats

Guests taking photographs outside the ship National Geographic Explorer in Antarctica.

Exploring the peninsula

Guests exploring by zodiac take photos of a leopard seal in Dallmann Bay

Spotting a leopard seal

Crew navigates the National Geographic Explorer through pack ice in the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Soaking up the scenery

Passengers cruise past a tall, pointed iceberg in Antarctica

Cruising past a sculptural iceberg

Guests spot a whale from two zodiac boats in Antarctica

Whale spotting while zodiac cruising

A plane at King George Island, Antarctica

Your Antarctic plane

Adelie penguins

The National Geographic ship glides through the Lemaire Channel in Antarctica

Your Antarctic vessel

Operator's Itinerary

Start from Ushuaia and end at Puerto Natales

Landmarks potentially visited on Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

NOTE: While choosing to fly to/from Antarctica is the most expedient option, it's also more weather dependent than travelling by ship across the Drake Passage. Charter flights to/from Antarctica operate on a very flexible schedule to accommodate the changeable weather conditions. As a result, flight timings may be brought forward or delayed to ensure safe operating conditions. To discuss in more detail, please get in touch. This itinerary is for guidance only, as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions as well as taking advantage of impromptu wildlife opportunities.

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What our customers think of Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

10/10 - You get the best of everything. Cross the Drake Passage. (The Drake Tax) to earn getting there, then enjoy Antarctica in all its magnificence with fantastic crew and staff, informative talks and wildlife galore and great food, and get to fly from King George Island to Chile in style. It feels like the full experience.

Travelled: December 2024

Jacqueline Wigglesworth - UK