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Antarctic Fly & Cruise Safari

4.7/5 From 53 Reviews

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If you’re keen to fly to Antarctica instead of sail, this 8-day trip is ideal, with a choice of dates in December, January and February. Travel on outstanding modern expedition ships with a maximum of 172 passengers. Active adventurers can enjoy additional optional activities such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

Trip Summary

  • 4 full days in Antarctica = 8 planned ‘off ship’ excursions
  • Access Antarctica in just 2 hours by flying instead of sailing for 2 days
  • Antarctic operational experience since 1992
  • Impressively high expedition staff to guest ratio of 1:6
  • Expedition starts and finishes in Punta Arenas, Chile
  • Choice of 3 sleek expedition ships with capacity for 138 or 140 guests
  • Optional extra activities such as kayaking, one-off paddle and stand-up paddleboarding (select departures, additional cost)
  • Complimentary pre and post-cruise hotel nights in Punta Arenas
  • Complimentary 3-in-1 expedition parka jacket
  • House alcoholic drinks included with dinner & during evening bar service

Operator's Itinerary

Start from Punta Arenas to Antarctica and end at Punta Arenas to Antarctica

Landmarks potentially visited on Antarctic Fly & Cruise Safari

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.
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What our customers think of Antarctic Fly & Cruise Safari

Antarctic Fly & Cruise Safari trips scored 4.7/5 from 53 reviews

10/10 - Every detail was brilliant. The organization of the excursions, the knowledge of the area was incredible. All of the staff was top quality.

Travelled: January 2025

Jane Black - USA

10/10 - I was reluctant to take a trip to Antarctica out of fear of crossing the Drake Passage. Once I learned that you could fly to Antarctica and start your cruise, I was hooked and it was well worth it.

Travelled: January 2025

Tom Kennedy - USA

10/10 - Everything was well organized and expertly implemented. The team were all friendly, knowledgeable and optimistic.

Travelled: January 2025

Mark Orgren - USA

10/10 - This was the adventure of a lifetime in Antarctica without having to sail through the Drake Passage.

Travelled: January 2025

Paul Orgren - USA

10/10 - Unique experience compared to all of our other trips. Well-organized trip with many memorable moments.

Travelled: January 2025

Duane Mendis - Canada

10/10 - It was so well organized. The expedition team members were excellent. They were so knowledgeable and took such great care to make sure we had an unforgettable, safe experience. it was nice to not spend 4 days out of the trip sailing across the Drake Passage!

Travelled: December 2024

Lisa Jordan - USA

10/10 - Both the ship and expedition crew were fantastic.

Travelled: December 2024

Sherri Allison - USA

It was a very efficient, thoughtful operation that kept us moving and engaged throughout. Expedition leaders were terrific and fun to get to know.

Travelled: December 2024

Travis Thomas - USA

10/10 - That was perfect for me re: timing. It costs more, but it was worth it.

Travelled: December 2024

Catherine Meade - Canada

10/10 - Everything was MUCH BETTER THAN WE EXPECTED. Our most memorable moment? Waking up EVERY day to a new, unique beautiful and fun day.

Travelled: December 2024

Linda Coats - USA

They did a great job, the expedition team is excellent! They were all fun, super helpful, and really knowledgeable about the area.

Travelled: December 2024

Cynthia Coats - USA

10/10 - Our “TRIP OF A LIFETIME” was exceeded greatly. Much more than we expected.

Travelled: December 2024

Frederick Coats - USA

10/10 - Amazing trip, impeccable service and attention to detail.

Travelled: December 2024

Fiona McKinnon - Australia

10/10 - Well organized and seamless.

Travelled: December 2024

Thomas Matthew Gore - USA

Antarctica was even better than I expected.

Travelled: December 2024

Thomas Dinges - USA

Everything superb - felt safe, crew awesome. The expedition team were excellent in organizing and communicating.

Travelled: December 2024

Deepti Gheewala - USA

So many memorable moments seeing the lovely animals and views from the mountains. The most unforgettable moment was when a leopard seal killed and ate a penguin.

Travelled: December 2024

Rebecca Liang - Australia

10/10 - Loved all aspects of it.

Travelled: December 2024

Harvey Zimbler - USA

10/10 - The whole trip was memorable. The last continent on my bucket list. Loved it.

Travelled: November 2024

Lisa Wendell - USA

So many memorable moments. The peace and silence. The black and white contrast of a single penguin on snow. The polar plunge tingle.

Travelled: November 2024

Victoria Abery - Australia

10/10 - The organization, people and processes were outstanding; visiting the Antarctic was a privilege and stunning experience.

Travelled: November 2024

Peter Abery - Australia

10/10 - The expedition staff were excellent as well as the ship staff. Nothing was too much trouble. The team were extremely knowledgeable & so enthusiastic it was infectious.

Travelled: November 2024

Linda Burgess - UK

10/10 - Very well organized and executed. The team worked hard to make the experience meaningful and safe.

Travelled: January 2024

Ordean Oskvig - USA

10/10 - great value; great weather; great sites.

Travelled: January 2024

Valerie Leifer - USA

10/10 - Everything was executed well. So happy to skip the 2 day crossing to and back.

Travelled: December 2023

Tim Crosson - USA

10/10 – Flying over the Drake is a must. Great luxury boat and well-trained staff.

Travelled: December 2023

Francis John Abrams - USA

Most memorable moment? Waking up to whales circling our ship.

Travelled: December 2023

Julian Peise - Germany

The team is marvellous, so passionate and professional with what they are doing. I like the fact that they are enjoying the excursions as much as we do. Even our mood got influenced by their passion and love of the marine world there.

Travelled: December 2023

Helen Chan - Hong Kong

10/10 - Expedition team and entire staff and crew made me feel so welcome and excited. They exceeded my expectations for what to anticipate on this trip, especially because I went solo.

Travelled: December 2023

Dianne Salcedo - USA

I'd recommend taking the Fly the Drake trip with Swoop.

Travelled: March 2023

Mary Ceren - USA

Most memorable moment? Kayaking among icebergs and having a whale come up near us, seeing penguins swimming and some seals on an iceberg, and glacier calving.

Travelled: February 2023

Grace Hsu - USA

10/10 - The experience and experts were class act

Travelled: December 2022

Dawn Cerrone - USA

Great experience in emerging into the Antarctic wildlife environments. Interacting with expedition team members and learning from their knowledge and skills. Excellent atmosphere for friendship with other participants during the entire trip.

Travelled: December 2022

Zheng Lu - USA

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