This Antarctic air-sea combined cruise takes you directly to King George Island, avoiding the turbulence and seasickness of crossing the Drake Passage. The journey to the Antarctic continent takes only two hours, making it ideal for travelers with limited time or those prone to seasickness. You'll embark on a small expedition cruise to explore the magnificent glaciers, towering mountains, and abundant wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula up close. Observe the adorable penguins and seals amidst the ice and snow, and savor the breathtaking scenery of this pristine continent through zodiac cruises or amphibious activities. An Antarctic journey can be completed in as little as 6 days, while the classic 8-day itinerary offers four full days of in-depth exploration. Under safe conditions, there will be one amphibious landing and one sea cruise each morning and evening, providing multiple unforgettable experiences of close encounters with Antarctica.
Fly across the Drake Passage and experience the fastest and most direct way to reach Antarctica.
Explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula
Participate in fascinating lectures on wildlife, history, glaciology, and geology given by polar experts on board.
Experience Antarctica's rich animal ecology and get up close to penguins, seals, and whales.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Antarctica's icy landscape and participate in a variety of adventure activities.
Your Antarctic adventure begins in Punta Arenas, the southernmost city in Chile.
This is the most vibrant city in Patagonia. If you arrive early, you can visit museums, sample local cuisine, or go shopping. In the afternoon, you will meet the expedition team at the designated hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner, and receive a briefing on boarding preparations to ensure you are fully prepared for your flight to Antarctica tomorrow.
Take a private plane to Antarctica, and you can cross the legendary Drake Passage in just two hours.
In the morning, we flew off from Punta Arenas, Chile, and enjoyed a breathtaking aerial view of the magnificent Antarctic landscape. After landing on King George Island in the Southern Seychelles, we boarded a rubber boat and transferred to the anchored polar cruise ship to officially embark on our journey towards the Antarctic Peninsula, beginning our dreamlike ice and snow adventure!
When you actually set foot on Antarctica, what often wells up in your heart is boundless awe and shock.
This is one of the purest, almost untouched icy worlds on Earth, instantly making it clear why countless explorers and travelers have been captivated by it for centuries. Each visit to Antarctica brings new and unexpected surprises, making your journey a unique and precious memory. Explore frozen bays and landing sites daily in Zodiac boats. Under the attentive care of a professional expedition team, you can hike through the snow, visit science stations, and get up close to Chinstrap, Adélie, and Gentoo penguins. Keep an eye out for Weddell, Crabeater, and Leopard seals, as well as humpback whales, minke whales, and even orca. In this tranquil world, the noisy squabbling of penguins over rocks and the thunderous roar of glaciers breaking apart will become unforgettable memories. Every day is completely different, meticulously designed by an experienced expedition team, all to make you fall in love with this continent in amazement and emotion.
After a memorable Antarctic expedition, we bid farewell to the expedition team on King George Island.
After disembarking in an inflatable boat, you will board a private plane to fly back to Punta Arenas. After approximately three hours of flight, you will be transferred to a hotel in the city. You are free to explore the city at your leisure, or stay at the hotel and reminisce with your travel companions about the wonders and emotions of Antarctica.
After breakfast, you will conclude this unforgettable sea and air expedition to the seventh continent, filled with memories and awe of Antarctica.
You will continue your journey or take a plane back home.