Exploring with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions: Flying the Drake Passage

“I have seen lots of travelers over the years transformed by their travel experiences, and probably no place more so than Antarctica,” says Lindblad Expeditions founder Sven Lindblad. Drawing on 60 years of expedition heritage, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions offers multiple ways to explore the White Continent—including Antarctica Direct voyages for those with limited time or who want to avoid the unpredictable waters of the Drake Passage. Aboard the National Geographic Orion or the National Geographic Explorer, you can fly both ways between South America and Antarctica, or combine a flight with a traditional sea crossing.  

In this video, Lindblad shares how these more time-efficient options—guided by veteran captains and expert expedition teams, and accompanied by a National Geographic Photographer—bring Antarctica’s extraordinary ice and wildlife within reach while making the most of your time in the Southern Ocean.

Featured Itineraries

Showing 1-2 of 2 Expeditions

Sort By

Featured Expedition

• Antarctica

Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Duration

10-12 Days

Dates

Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

Starting from

$12,250 per person

Up to $2,000 Air Credit

• Antarctica

Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Duration

8-10 Days

Dates

Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec

Starting from

$12,600 per person

Related Videos

Video

3 min

Discover Antarctica: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Video

2 min

What to Expect: Exploring Antarctica, South Georgia and Falkland Islands

Video

3 min

Meet the Fleet: Navigating South Georgia Aboard National Geographic Endurance