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Adult Adelie penguins lining up to leap off of an iceberg at Paulet Island in the Weddell Sea, Antarctica
Adult Adelie penguins lining up to leap off of an iceberg at Paulet Island in the Weddell Sea, Antarctica
ExpeditionsAntarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

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Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way. On this new itinerary, cruise the Drake Passage one way, and then bypass the Drake Passage on the way back on a 2-hour flight from Antarctica and discover all of the highlights without sacrificing the extra time. Travel with a diverse team of experts aboard the National Geographic Explorer, the definitive expedition ship. Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs; and hike, kayak, and even possibly cross-country ski in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photography Expert.  

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  • Experience it all—cruise the legendary Drake Passage aboard the National Geographic Explorer and then enjoy the ease of returning on our 2-hour direct flight from King George Island to Puerto Natales

  • Explore the world’s last great wilderness in the company of top naturalists, and the most experienced polar captains in Antarctica, with more than 55 years of expedition heritage

  • Hike amid magnificent mountains; see huge glaciers; and observe a parade of gentoo, Adélie, and chinstrap penguins

  • Kayak in protected waters, paddling in the Antarctic stillness as penguins swim nearby

  • November departures offer the possibility to cross-country ski or snowshoe across the frozen sea ice, conditions permitting

  • With National Geographic Global Explorers, our exclusive family program, kids and teens will learn about this exhilarating part of the world—from its massive glaciers to humpback whales

From

$11,450

/ per person

Was $11,673Save $223

Includes required flights

duration
10 Days
starts at
Ushuaia, Argentina
ends at
Puerto Natales, Chile
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From

$11,450

/ per person

Was $11,673Save $223

duration
10 Days
starts at
Ushuaia, Argentina
ends at
Puerto Natales, Chile

From

$11,450

/ per person

Was $11,673Save $223

duration
10 Days
starts at
Ushuaia, Argentina
ends at
Puerto Natales, Chile
See all offers

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