Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
Areas Visited
Antarctica Peninsula
Duration
8 days
Departures
Vessels
Price:
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Itinerary
Map
Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Arrive in Punta Arenas, the most populated city in southern Patagonia.
Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops.
In the early afternoon, meet a Quark Expeditions representative at the official starting point hotel.
Enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing on preparing for embarkation.
Day 2: Fly to King George Island and Embark
Take a charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, crossing the Drake Passage in just two hours.
Land in the South Shetland Islands and explore before transferring by Zodiac to your ship.
Set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula.
Day 3 to 6: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Participate in Zodiac cruises and shore visits to experience wildlife and landscapes.
Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology, and geology from onboard experts.
Encounter iconic Antarctic wildlife like penguins, seals, and whales.
Day 7: Disembark and Fly to Punta Arenas
Disembark at King George Island.
Take a two-hour charter flight back across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile.
Transfer to a hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 8: Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, depart for the airport or continue on your own travels.
Itinerary
Map
Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Arrive in Punta Arenas, the most populated city in southern Patagonia.
Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops.
In the early afternoon, meet a Quark Expeditions representative at the official starting point hotel.
Enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing on preparing for embarkation.
Day 2: Fly to King George Island and Embark
Take a charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, crossing the Drake Passage in just two hours.
Land in the South Shetland Islands and explore before transferring by Zodiac to your ship.
Set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula.
Day 3 to 6: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Participate in Zodiac cruises and shore visits to experience wildlife and landscapes.
Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology, and geology from onboard experts.
Encounter iconic Antarctic wildlife like penguins, seals, and whales.
Day 7: Disembark and Fly to Punta Arenas
Disembark at King George Island.
Take a two-hour charter flight back across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile.
Transfer to a hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 8: Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, depart for the airport or continue on your own travels.
Itinerary
Map
Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Arrive in Punta Arenas, the most populated city in southern Patagonia.
Spend the day exploring museums, restaurants, and shops.
In the early afternoon, meet a Quark Expeditions representative at the official starting point hotel.
Enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing on preparing for embarkation.
Day 2: Fly to King George Island and Embark
Take a charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, crossing the Drake Passage in just two hours.
Land in the South Shetland Islands and explore before transferring by Zodiac to your ship.
Set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula.
Day 3 to 6: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Participate in Zodiac cruises and shore visits to experience wildlife and landscapes.
Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology, and geology from onboard experts.
Encounter iconic Antarctic wildlife like penguins, seals, and whales.
Day 7: Disembark and Fly to Punta Arenas
Disembark at King George Island.
Take a two-hour charter flight back across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile.
Transfer to a hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 8: Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, depart for the airport or continue on your own travels.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?
2. What is included in the expedition price?
3. What is not included in the expedition price?
4. What should I pack for Antarctica?
5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?
6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?
7. What is your cancellation policy?
8. Do you offer travel insurance?
1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?
2. What is included in the expedition price?
3. What is not included in the expedition price?
4. What should I pack for Antarctica?
5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?
6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?
7. What is your cancellation policy?
8. Do you offer travel insurance?
1. How do I book an expedition with Unsold Antarctica?
2. What is included in the expedition price?
3. What is not included in the expedition price?
4. What should I pack for Antarctica?
5. Are there Antarctica expeditions suitable for solo travelers?
6. How many people will be on my Antarctica expedition?
7. What is your cancellation policy?
8. Do you offer travel insurance?