Antarctic Fly & Sail Combination
Trip type
Antarctic Peninsula
Trip length
9-13 Days
From
$17,895 -$41,295
Ship Comfort
Comfort & Adventure
Antarctic Fly & Sail Combination - 9-13 Days - $17,895
Trip Summary and Itinerary Map
- Flying one way means more time to explore and is popular with anxious sailors
- 7-8 full days exploring Antarctica, depending on voyage date
- Travelling on a small ship with a maximum of 130 guests gives a more intimate experience of Antarctica
- Antarctic operational experience since 1992
- Expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:8, which is low & ensures a high level of personalisation
- Kayaking, polar diving and snorkelling activities (additional cost)
- Complimentary parka jacket, post-voyage digital photo book and drinks with dinner
Start from Punta Arenas to Antarctica and end at Ushuaia
Landmarks potentially visited on Antarctic Fly & Sail Combination
Operator's Itinerary
Days 1: Arrive into Punta Arenas, Chile
Land in Punta Arenas and transfer to your downtown hotel to check in. Please note that you must arrive by 2pm to allow for flexibility of Antarctic flight times. In the afternoon or evening, you’ll attend a group briefing giving more information about the anticipated flight schedules based on local weather conditions.
Day 2: Punta Arenas to King George Island
Today, you'll be transferred to Punta Arenas airport for your two hour charter flight to King George Island in the South Shetland Islands, just off the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Exact flight times will be determined by the necessary safe weather conditions, both in Punta Arenas and on King George Island.
On arrival into King George Island, you'll be met and taken to your waiting ship for your Antarctic adventure to begin in earnest!
Days 3 to 10: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
During your time exploring Antarctica, your Captain and Expedition Leader will work with the weather and ice conditions, along with impromptu wildlife opportunities, to plan an action-packed itinerary.
Your days will be busy, heading off the ship via its fleet of study zodiac ribs. You might be out cruising around the gloriously sculpted icebergs looking for marine life and admiring the myriad hues and textures of the ice. Alternatively, you could land on shore to watch the drama unfold at raucous penguin rookeries. There may be opportunities for gentle hikes up to elevated positions, for spectacular views across the surrounding mountains and glaciers.
If you have signed up for optional activities such as kayaking and snorkelling, your specialist guides will look for safe weather conditions to get you on or in the water, seeing Antarctica from a completely different perspective.
As the ship cruises from location to location, take advantage of the huge windows of the observation lounge to watch the ice-laden mountains from the warmth. Alternatively, get out on deck with your binoculars and camera, listening out for the blow of feeding humpback whales or pods of penguins porpoising through the water.
Days 11 & 12: Crossing the Drake Passage
The ship will turn north and begin heading across the (in)famous waters of the Drake Passage. There is a chance to relax and reminisce about your incredible experiences as you may way towards Argentina. Your expert Expedition Team will take the opportunity to continue their educational programme of lectures and meet you out on deck to help identify the multitude of seabirds that can be spotted in these rich waters. Learn how to distinguish your giant petrels from your wandering albatrosses as well as your tiny cape petrels from your Antarctic prions.
Day 13: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
Today, you will sail up the Beagle Channel and arrive at the bustling port city of Ushuaia, at the southern tip of Argentina.
You have an included transfer back to the airport, from where you can continue your onward journey.
PLEASE NOTE: While choosing to fly to/from Antarctica is the most expedient option, it's also more weather dependent than travelling by ship across the Drake Passage. Charter flights to/from Antarctica operate on a very flexible schedule to accommodate the changeable weather conditions. As a result, flight timings may be brought forward or delayed to ensure safe operating conditions. To discuss in more detail, please get in touch.
This itinerary is for guidance only, as each voyage will vary depending on ice and weather conditions as well as taking advantage of impromptu wildlife opportunities.
Why our customers love Swoop
The Antarctic Experts.
No Compromises
Our team has visited Antarctica over 150 times and has 100 collective years of polar experience, so from which trip is right for you to what shoes to bring - there’s no question we can’t answer.
Expert impartial advice at no extra cost
Choosing the right voyage is complicated, Swoop makes it easy. We offer no-nonsense advice on 1500 voyages across 30 ships to find you the right trip, cabin, price - and we don’t charge a fee.
The only B Corp certified Antarctic specialist
We want to protect Antarctica for future generations - which is why we became a certified B Corp and set up our own conservation fund. So your adventures can be a force for good.
A full concierge service, unlike booking direct
We leave nothing to chance in delivering your perfect trip and have over 6500 happy travellers to show for it. With a dedicated Antarctic co-ordinator & support throughout - you’re in safe hands.
What our customers think of Antarctic Fly & Sail Combination
Antarctic Fly & Sail Combination trips scored 4.3/5 from 47 reviews
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About The Ship
Patented X-Bow design
Your vessel at sea
Wildlife spotting from the bridge of the vessel
Dining room
Observation deck
Lecture lounge
Elephant Island bar
Onboard gym suite
Polar library
Viewing icebergs and wildlife
The view over the bow of the vessel
Kayaking from the vessel
A Zodiac adventure
Your expedition vessel
Your vessel in Antarctic waters
- With its sleek X-bow lines and groundbreaking design, few new polar ships have created such excitement.
- Zodiac platforms specially designed for quick boardings and more time exploring
- State-of-the-art stabiliser system and polar code 6 ice rating
- Large, comfortable cabins
With her slick lines, small number of guests, well-priced balcony suites and onboard hot tub, this is one of the hottest ships in Antarctica right now.
Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica
Prices, Departures and Inclusions
Prices quoted below are per person based on two people sharing. Cabin availability changes all the time so please contact us for up-to-date details and information on specific cabin availability.
* Note: Prices are per person. Paid in USD ($) - figure above is based on today's exchange rate. Actual cost $17895
Additional Notes
While choosing to fly to/from Antarctica is the most expedient option, it's also more weather dependent than travelling by ship across the Drake Passage. Charter flights to/from Antarctica operate on a very flexible schedule to accommodate the changeable weather conditions. As a result, flight timings may be brought forward or delayed to ensure safe operating conditions. To discuss in more detail, please get in touch.
The voyages departing on 01-Feb-2026 and 17-Mar-2026 are 12 days long, reducing time spent exploring the Antarctic Peninsula by one day.
The 13-day departure on 17-Feb-2026 explores the little-visited Weddell Sea area.
Single Supplement And Child Policy
For those travelling solo who would like their own cabin, the single supplement is 1.5 times the cost of a single berth. Please contact us for details. There is no single supplement for passengers willing to share a cabin.
Children aged 8 years old or over are permitted on this trip. There is no concession on pricing. Please contact us for details.
Optional Adventure Activities
Enhance your trip with the following add ons. Limited places per activity.
Get in contact to check availability.
| Activity | Cost | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
Kayaking
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$1,330 | An immersive full sea kayaking program for those who want to kayak multiple times (as often as weather, sea and ice conditions allow). Prior kayaking experience to at least intermediate level is required and you must be able to do a wet exit to participate. Subject to weather and ice conditions. Booking in advance is essential. Cost varies from USD $1330. |
Polar snorkelling
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$675 | No experience required. You will go out snorkelling multiple times, subject to safe weather, sea and ice conditions. Dry suit provided. Available on select departures. Cost varies from USD $675. |
|
Paddling
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$640 | A gentler kayaking option staying closer to shore and using inflatable kayaks, in a group of maximum 6 participants. Includes multiple outings, subject to suitable weather and ice conditions. Suitable for novices and only offered in calm conditions. Booking in advance is essential. Cost varies from USD $640. |
Includes
- Pre-embarkation (Day 1) hotel night in Punta Arenas, Chile
- One-way two hour charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island
- 3-in-1 waterproof polar expedition jacket
- Voyage aboard the vessel as indicated in the itinerary
- Accommodation during the voyage on full board basis
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell drinks reception
- Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner
- All shore excursions and zodiac activities
- Educational lectures by expert onboard polar guides
- Complimentary Starlink WIFI (connection can be patchy)
- Access to an onboard doctor and basic medical services
- Loan of rubber boots for the voyage's duration
- Comprehensive pre-departure information
- Port taxes and any entry fees to historic landing sites
- A digital photo book produced with photos and ship logs from your voyage
Excludes
- Any flights to/from voyage start and end points
- Any additional services before and after your voyage
- Transfers not specific to the itinerary
- Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges
- Optional adventure activities
- Optional activity surcharges
- Any visa, passport and vaccination expenses
- Airport arrival or departure taxes
- Items of a personal nature: laundry, beverages etc.
- Additional onboard purchases (i.e. gift shop)
- Gratuities for ship crew
