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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North via Buenos Aires

Summary:

Explore the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, crossing the Drake Passage and flying back

Duration
10 Days
Next Departure
24-Nov-2026
Starting at
± USD 18,219.00
Price per day
± USD 1,822.00
Tour Type
Tour Type
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Operator
Exodus Adventure Travel
Tour
Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North via Buenos Aires
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1-168
Age Group
18 - 99 Years
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Sailingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Safari
Map: Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North via Buenos Aires (Exodus)

Summary

Explore the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, crossing the Drake Passage and flying back

Day 1
Start Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2
Embark In Ushuaia
Day 3-4
Cross The Drake Passage
Day 5-8
South Shetland Islands And Antarctic Peninsula
Day 9
Disembarkation And Fly To Punta Arenas
Day 10
End Punta Arenas

Travel Cities (2): Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage

Details

Revel in the excitement of crossing the famed Drake Passage after embarking from Ushuaia, with the convenience of a northbound return flight at the end of your expedition. Minke and humpback whales or Adélie penguins floating on ice floes may greet you as you travel to the northernmost tip of the Antarctic Peninsula.The surreal silence in this vast wilderness may overwhelm at first, but playful, charismatic wildlife and your intrepid travelling companions keep you grounded. You’ll develop a new appreciation and understanding of Antarctica’s extreme contrasts – harsh mountain peaks and fragile ecosystems; stark, lonely icescapes; and populous, gregarious penguins.

Highlights

  • Spot iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whales
  • Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest, most direct return from Antarctica
  • Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology and geology by our Polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to get water-level views of icebergs, wildlife and more

Included in Price

  • All meals while on the ship included. Typical mealsThe ships galley offers good quality service and cuisine throughout, with excellent chefs preparing international menus including vegetarian dishes, accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from around the world on sale. Breakfast: Buffet style – unlimited tea and coffee, a selection of fruit juices, hot options including bacon and eggs or omelettes, a selection of bread and toast and jam/honey/marmalade, fruit and cereal. Lunch: Three-course set meal or the occasional buffet or barbecue. Dinner: Three courses with a starter of soup, salad or anti-pasto, a choice of three mains with at least one vegetarian and one seafood option and a dessert of sweet pudding or ice cream or fruit, tea and coffee. Vegetarians and vegans can be well catered for – please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests so our local team can be well prepared.
  • All meals while on the ship
  • Beer and house wine during dinner
  • All accommodation
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Tour leader throughout and qualified expedition staff

NOT included in price

  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations

Travel Package

 

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Drake Passage

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Drake Passage

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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Picture:Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North via Buenos Aires

Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North via Buenos Aires (10 Days)

Fly to Antarctica before exploring one of the last unspoiled regions in the world by ship

Next Departure: 11-Dec-2026
Starting at: ± USD 15,159.00

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