Voyage Overview
Sail the Drake one-way and fly over the other on this 10 day expedition.
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 pass, enroute to the northernmost tip of the Antarctic Peninsula.
The surreal silence in this vast wilderness may at first overwhelm, but playful, charismatic wildlife and your intrepid traveling companions keep you grounded. You’ll develop a new appreciation and understanding of Antarctica’s extreme contrasts – harsh, rugged mountain peaks and fragile ecosystems; stark, lonely icescapes and populous, gregarious penguins.
Trip Details
Duration: 10 Days
Ship: World Voyager, Premium Ship, 168 Guests
Start: Buenos Aires, Argentina
End: Punta Arenas, Chile
Highlights:
- 4 planned days in Antarctica
- Spot unique wildlife such as brushtail penguins, albatross, seals and whales
- Zodiac cruise with a naturalist to get up close views of incredible icebergs and porpoising penguins
- Take in the views of massive glaciers and steep snow covered mountains on shore
- Embark on a quick flight back to South America at the end of the journey
Trip Itinerary Overview:
Day 1: Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia and embark
Days 3-4:Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 5-8: South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
Days 9: Disembark at King George Island & Fly to Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 10: Depart Punta Arenas
Tour Dates
- October 2026 to March 2027
| Dates | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
Nov 24 – Dec 3, 2026 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Feb 4 – Feb 13, 2027 (10 days) | Available | view pricing chart |
Itinerary
Day 1: Arriving in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, make your way to the included group hotel, which is part of your Charter Flight & Hotel Package. A presentation room will be open from 12 pm to 8 pm for luggage weighing and tagging. A representative will be available to answer your questions and give information about the next day’s flight and ship embarkation.
Day 2: Fly to Ushuaia & Embarkation
After an early breakfast, your group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world. You will have some free time to explore this quaint port town at the bottom of South America. Steeped in marine history, this walkable Argentine city has plenty of museums, galleries and historic sites to visit quite easily. We will transfer the group to the ship for embarkation around 4 pm. As you begin your voyage in the picturesque Beagle Channel, be sure to keep your eyes peeled out on deck as the channel is home to a wide variety of wildlife including seabirds, seals and dolphins.
Days 3 and 4: Crossing the Drake Passage
Legendary for its high winds and rolling seas, you may get lucky and have surprisingly calm seas. Spend your time in the lounge or chatting with your fellow travelers. As you develop your sea legs during the crossing, our Expedition Team will begin their series of presentations to help prepare you for your upcoming Zodiac and land excursions. You officially enter Antarctica when your ship crosses the Antarctic Convergence, a biological boundary that fluctuates around 60° south.
Days 5 to 8: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
The most common reaction upon reaching the 7th Continent is a sense of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places are as untouched and enduring as Antarctica. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travelers alike. Every time we visit Antarctica, we witness something new or unexpected, which means that your expedition will be unlike any other—creating a unique, personal experience. Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore glaciated bays, channels and landing sites. Your Expedition Team will take care of you at each landing, whether you are hiking the Antarctic landscape, visiting a research station or consorting with chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins, all of which can be found here. Keep an eye out for Weddell, fur, crabeater and leopard seals as well as curious whales, such as humpbacks, minkes, or perhaps orcas while on a Zodiac cruise. Each excursion will present a new array of creatures to fascinate you and keep your camera busy. Amid the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes become indelible memories, such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles, or the boom and crack of a calving glacier. Every day will be different, having been carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world.
Day 9: Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas, Chile
Today you will disembark the ship at King George Island before taking the included 2 hour flight to Punta Arenas, Chile (weather permitting). Upon arrival in Punta Arenas, there is an included transfer to the group hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore and enjoy a final dinner on your own, before your homeward journey.
Day 10: Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, you are welcome to continue on your own travels or make your way to the Punta Arenas airport. Please note that a departure transfer from the hotel to the Punta Arenas airport is not included.
EXPEDITION SPIRIT: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your Expedition Team must consider the sea, ice and weather to guide the route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you may experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed. By the same token, wildlife encounters as described are expected, but not guaranteed. Your Expedition Team will use their considerable experience to seek out wildlife in known habitats, but the presence of any particular species of bird or marine wildlife is not guaranteed.
Trips & Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime
Feb 4 – Feb 13, 2027 (10 days)
| Start: | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| End: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
Charter Flight & Hotel Package $795/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Includes a hotel night in Buenos Aires on Day 1, one-way Buenos Aires airport transfer on Day 2, one-way charter flight Buenos Aires – Ushuaia on Day 2 and one-way Ushuaia airport transfer.
| Cabin Category | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner’s Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $19,190 | $20,190 | $25,990 | $27,890 | $29,790 |
| Discount | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% |
| Discounted Per Person Price | $16,523 | $17,378 | $22,337 | $23,961 | $25,586 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Limited | Limited | Open |
Nov 24 – Dec 3, 2026 (10 days)
| Start: | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| End: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
Charter Flight & Hotel Package $795/person
(Already included in displayed pricing)
Includes a hotel night in Buenos Aires on Day 1, one-way Buenos Aires airport transfer on Day 2, one-way charter flight Buenos Aires – Ushuaia on Day 2 and one-way Ushuaia airport transfer.
| Cabin Category | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner’s Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $16,990 | $17,790 | $22,890 | $24,590 | $26,290 |
| Discount | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% | Save 10% Early Payment Discount 5% |
| Discounted Per Person Price | $14,642 | $15,326 | $19,686 | $21,140 | $22,593 |
| Availability | Open | Open | Open | Limited | Open |
Single Travelers:
- Can book into a share cabin in the following categories: Infinity Suite & Veranda Suite
- Can book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.7x the per person share price in Infinity & Veranda Suites and 2x the per person price for all higher categories
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking (full program, multiple paddles): $1,995/person – requires experience
- Paddling (one-time): $395/person
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding: $295/person
- Camping: $495/person
Voyage Ship
World Voyager
World Voyager is a modern expedition ship built for science and discovery. Every design element, from the deluxe, all-balcony suites—with direct views into the surrounding polar wilderness—to the presentation theater and Science Hub, embody the spirit of discovery: the never-ending urge to explore and learn more about our rugged polar landscapes.
World Voyager Cabins & Deck Plan
Owner’s Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
The four Owner’s Suites have a bedroom and separate sitting area. A 100 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m) walk-out balcony is accessible from both rooms. The sitting area features a sofa, refrigerator, TV, and state of the art “infotainment” system. The private bathroom has a shower, dual vanity and bathtub.
365 sq. ft. (34 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Deluxe Suite
DECK 5
Deluxe Suites have a bedroom, separate sitting area, large balcony and private bathroom with a shower. The 100 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m) walk-out balcony can be accessed from sitting room and bedroom. The sitting area features a sofa, double closets, refrigerator, TV and state of the art “infotainment” system. There are just two Deluxe Suites onboard World Voyager.
345 sq. ft. (32 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Superior Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
Superior suites have a bedroom and sitting area with a 100 sq. ft. (9.5 sq. m) walk-out balcony accessible from both rooms. A separate sitting area with sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower is also featured in each suite.
270 sq. ft. (25 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Veranda Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
The most abundant cabin category on World Voyager featuring a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony. Each cabin has a sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.
215 sq. ft. (20 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Infinity Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
Located in the aft of decks 5 & 6, Infinity Suites are equipped with a floor-to-ceiling glass Juliet balcony, sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.
270 sq ft. (25 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- An official expedition parka to keep
- Leadership throughout your voyage by experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage.
- Complimentary select beer, wines and select cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
- Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting your expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas
- A post-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the airport to the hotel
- One night’s post-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas with breakfast.
- Guests will receive a free 1GB data card for limited Wi-Fi access for use on one device, permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Additional data can be purchased on ship.)
* Charter Flight & Hotel Package Includes:
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Buenos Aires with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
- Group flight departing from Buenos Aires’ domestic airport (Aeroparque/AEP) to Ushuaia.
- Group transfer from hotel to airport in Buenos Aires
- Group transfer from Ushuaia airport to the ship (Note: Transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires from airport to hotel at the beginning of the journey is not included. Please make your way to the included hotel.)
Exclusions:
- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- Complimentary alcohol and bar service does not include spirits
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights and domestic flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
- Phone charges (connectivity may vary by location)
- The basic complimentary Wi-Fi service does not include Premium packages which enable more data-intensive applications
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities
Solo Travelers
Are you traveling alone? Solo travelers have the following options.
- Book into a share cabin in the following categories: Infinity Suite & Veranda Suite
- Book a twin cabin at solo occupancy at 1.7x the per person share price in Infinity & Veranda Suites and 2x the per person price for all higher categories
