If you’re looking to skim over the unpredictable Drake Passage, or cut down on your time travelling to the Antarctic, a fly and cruise voyage is the right expedition for you.
Starting and finishing in the south of Chile, fly from Punta Arenas to King George Island, and return. Skip the two-day crossing and arrive straight into the wonders of Antarctica. Sail along the Antarctic Peninsula with daily zodiac excursions and shore landings to discover some of the most dramatic scenery found anywhere on Earth. Your expert crew will be on hand to provide guidance throughout the adventure to one of the most remote parts of the world.
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Highlights
Fly over the Drake Passage
Fly from the southernmost part of Chile into a world of incredible extremes, with your first glimpses of the Antarctica being from the air. Skipping the Drake Passage voyage, arrive in the captivating King George Island, your unforgettable introduction to the South Shetland Islands.
Discover the enigmatic South Shetland IslandsÂ
Traversing the volcanic archipelago of Antarctica, the ports in this area once hosted established whaling stations and were used by explorers as a base to venture further into the Antarctic. Deception Island has the biggest reputation, the eerie land formation being home to an active volcano and penguin colonies in their hundreds of thousands.
Cross the Antarctic Circle
With more time you can travel further into Antarctic waters. Crossing the Antarctic Circle is a major achievement. Celebrate with a glass of champagne as you marvel at the efforts to reach the southernmost scenes in the world.
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