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Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

4.4/5 From 7 Reviews

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Enjoy the best of both worlds by sailing south, experiencing the journey across the Drake Passage and the elation of spotting your first iceberg, then expedite your return to civilisation by plane at the end. In between, spend four days exploring the White Continent with the pioneers of Antarctic expedition cruising. Complimentary kayaking session included.

Trip Summary

4 full days in Antarctica = 8 planned ‘off ship’ excursions
Sail across the Drake Passage from Argentina to Antarctica, then fly back to Chile in just 2 hours
With capacity for 148 guests, the classic expedition-focused ship offers a wide range of comfortable cabin options
Antarctic operational experience since 1966
Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:12
Includes pre and post cruise hotel nights in Ushuaia and Puerto Natales
Complimentary drinks and an Antarctic kayaking session for all guests
National Geographic-certified photographer on every voyage and complimentary camera gear loan scheme available on board
Unique onboard ROV submersible and divemaster capturing underwater footage to share with guests

Operator's Itinerary

Start from Ushuaia and end at Puerto Natales

Landmarks potentially visited on Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

NOTE: Flying is the fastest way to return to Chile from Antarctica, and skips sailing the Drake Passage for a second time. However, flights are more weather dependent than travelling by ship. For safety, flight schedules may be delayed or brought forward at short notice or, in rare cases, cancelled. We recommend factoring in additional time before international flights or any plans after your expedition. Operators work hard to minimise disruption and have robust processes and guest support to manage delays, however, Antarctic travel always depends on weather, and no fly-cruise itinerary can be 100% guaranteed.

Guests cruise around icebergs by zodiac boat in Antarctica

Cruising in zodiac boats

Guests taking photographs outside the ship National Geographic Explorer in Antarctica.

Exploring the peninsula

Guests exploring by zodiac take photos of a leopard seal in Dallmann Bay

Spotting a leopard seal

Crew navigates the National Geographic Explorer through pack ice in the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Soaking up the scenery

Passengers cruise past a tall, pointed iceberg in Antarctica

Cruising past a sculptural iceberg

Guests spot a whale from two zodiac boats in Antarctica

Whale spotting while zodiac cruising

A plane at King George Island, Antarctica

Your Antarctic plane

Adelie penguins

The National Geographic ship glides through the Lemaire Channel in Antarctica

Your Antarctic vessel

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What our customers think of Antarctic Express Sail & Fly

Antarctic Express Sail & Fly trips scored 4.4/5 from 7 reviews

Overall a very impressive package. Both the staff and specialists were charming coupled with a busy and interesting daily schedule.

Travelled: February 2025

Neil Robert Farquhar Donaldson - UK

We were fortunate to see so many beautiful places in Antarctica. Jason the Nat Geo photographer was the best! The staff did a good job.

Travelled: February 2025

Jeffrey Jacobs - USA

10/10 - You get the best of everything. Cross the Drake Passage. (The Drake Tax) to earn getting there, then enjoy Antarctica in all its magnificence with fantastic crew and staff, informative talks and wildlife galore and great food, and get to fly from King George Island to Chile in style. It feels like the full experience.

Travelled: December 2024

Jacqueline Wigglesworth - UK