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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North
Quark Expeditions

Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

10 Days Quark Expeditions

About This Itinerary

Get the best of both worlds on our 10-day Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North. Achieve a polar rite of passage by crossing the legendary 800-km (500-mile) Drake Passage by ship—and on your return, board a comfortable charter flight at King George Island for a three-hour flight over the infamous waterway. That leaves several full days to experience the wonders of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Expect to encounter minke and humpback whales, along with Adélie penguins, as you explore rugged snow-capped peaks, stark icescapes, and immense penguin colonies thriving in this remote wilderness.

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What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

  • Specialist Expedition Leaders

  • Our team is comprised of the most professional and passionate Expedition Leaders in the world, who bring a wide range of experience and expertise to every adventure.

  • Immersive Off-ship Activities

  • Itineraries are packed with adventure options designed to immerses travelers in the polar wilderness, enabling them to connect with the natural wonders of their surroundings.

  • On-Ship Experiences & Facilities

  • Designed for comfort and adventure, each ship accommodates no more than 200 guests. Facilities include comfortable cabins, exceptional dining options, wellness treatments, and breathtaking panoramic views of the polar landscape.

  • Food & Beverages

  • Premium dining, with a wide selection of options that accommodate a variety of dietary preferences.

  • Quark Expedition Perks

  • Complementary Wi-Fi, alcohol on all voyages, and the Official Quark Expeditions parka to take home.

  • Transfers

  • Select voyages include essential transportation and accommodation arrangements for guests, ensuring seamless travel to and from the expedition starting point.

What's Not Included

  • International airfare & visa expenses, travel insurance, mandatory expedition gear, on-ship expenses, adventure options and trip extensions

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    Quick Facts

    10 Days
    Sail-fly
    Departs From Ushuaia
    Returns To King George Island

    Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Route

    Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Route

    Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Route

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    Trip Overview

    Duration

    10 days

    Travel Mode

    Sail-fly


    Departure Port

    Ushuaia

    Return Port

    King George Island

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