Voyage Overview
Fly over the Drake Passage and explore the Antarctic Peninsula by ship.
In just 8 adventure-packed days, you’ll experience rewarding shore visits and Zodiac cruises, marvel at intimate wildlife encounters, explore historic sites and make the most of your landmark visit to the 7th Continent. Select from a range of adventure options and onboard activities that match your personal interests and make your expedition uniquely yours.
Trip Details
Duration: 8 Days
Ship: World Explorer, Premium Ship, 140 passengers
Start at: Punta Arenas, Chile
End at: Punta Arenas, Chile
Tour Dates
- October 2025 to March 2026
| Dates | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
Dec 10 – Dec 17, 2025 (8 days) | Very Limited | view pricing chart |
Dec 15 – Dec 22, 2025 (8 days) | Very Limited | view pricing chart |
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Your adventure begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populated city in southern Patagonia. Upon arrival in Punta Arenas, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to the included group hotel. Please be sure to book a flight that will land with enough time to arrive at the hotel prior to 3 pm on Day 1 of your expedition as there is a mandatory briefing, luggage weighing and boot & parka distribution this afternoon. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and shops to keep you busy for days. By early afternoon, a representative will meet you at the official starting point hotel, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner and be briefed about preparing for your embarkation day.
Day 2: Fly to King George Island and Embarkation
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica will enable you to cross the legendary Drake Passage in only two hours, while far below, the ship will approach King George Island for your arrival. Your first glimpse of dramatic Antarctic landscapes will be from a unique perspective, as your plane descends onto the South Shetland Islands. After landing, make your way to the shore, before being transferred by Zodiac to your ship to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula!
Days 3 to 6: Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
There are few places in the world as evocative as Antarctica. The Antarctic Continent is indescribable and can only be fully appreciated through your own eyes. As your Captain and Expedition Team keep a lookout for whales and seabirds, you’ll be alerted to any new sightings. Our team of expert presenters will deepen your experience with explanations of the glaciology, history and wildlife of the region, and presentations on photography to help you take memory- catching images.
Even more exciting are your daily excursions. Your first Zodiac landing is something you’ll never forget! Walking on a shore inhabited by thousands of penguins is the most intimate way to experience the unique wildlife of Antarctica. Each landing is different and is dependent on weather, but every day presents new sightings and photo opportunities, and it won’t be long before you can tell the difference between Adélie, gentoo and chinstrap penguins.
You may take a Zodiac cruise in search of whales and icebergs one day, followed by a hike to a penguin rookery the next day. From the booming sound of a calving glacier to the thrill of spotting apex predators like leopard seals and orcas in action, you’ll wake up early and welcome each day with a sense of adventure and a desire to explore during this unrivaled wilderness experience. Your Expedition Team will accompany you all along the way, providing insights into the places you visit.
Day 7: Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
After your week of exploration, you’ll say goodbye to your Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. Your two-hour flight across the Drake Passage to Punta Arenas, Chile, brings your adventure to an end. After your group transfer to the hotel, you are free to explore and enjoy an evening on your own, in the city or at the hotel to reminisce about the sights and sounds of Antarctica.
Day 8: 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 with flights to and/or from Antarctica have a higher risk of having a trip delay or interruption due to weather.
Trips & Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime
Dec 15 – Dec 22, 2025 (8 days)
| Start: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
| End: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner’s Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $18,995 | $22,295 | $22,295 | $28,995 | $31,195 | $33,495 |
| Discount | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% |
| Discounted Per Person Price | $15,196 | $17,836 | $17,836 | $23,196 | $24,956 | $26,796 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Limited | Limited | Full | Limited |
Dec 10 – Dec 17, 2025 (8 days)
| Start: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
| End: | Punta Arenas, Chile |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner’s Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $18,995 | $22,295 | $22,295 | $28,995 | $31,195 | $33,495 |
| Discount | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% | Save 20% |
| Discounted Per Person Price | $15,196 | $17,836 | $17,836 | $23,196 | $24,956 | $26,796 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Limited | Limited | Limited |
Single Travelers:
- Can book into a share cabin in the following categories: Triple, 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 Explorer
Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy—these attributes and more describe World Explorer. Not only is it among one of the fastest ships, but it is also one of the finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodations.
The personal space is exceptional. Every suite has either a private walk-out or French balcony for direct ocean views. World Explorer also delivers plenty of public areas to unwind in after a day outdoors, including the glass-domed Observation Lounge for quiet contemplation and full skyline views, the Explorer Lounge for a drink and a chat, and the library for more intimate relaxing and reading. Presentations and discussions are facilitated in a dedicated lecture theatre.
Cabins & Deck Plan
Owner’s Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
A large two room suite with a bedroom, separate sitting area and a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony, 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.
355 sq ft. (33 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Deluxe Suite
DECK 5
Deluxe Suites are equipped with a bedroom, separate sitting area, a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony and a private bathroom with shower. The sitting area features a sofa, double closets, refrigerator, TV and state of the art “infotainment” system. There are just 2 Deluxe Suites onboard World Explorer.
334 sq ft. (31 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Superior Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
The four Superior Suites feature a bedroom, separate sitting area, 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony and private bathroom with a shower. The sitting area are equipped with a sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system.
278 sq ft. (26 m2)
1-2
1 double or 2 single
Veranda Suite
DECK 5
DECK 6
The most abundant cabin category on World Explorer. Veranda Suites feature a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony, 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
Infinity Suites are located in the aft on decks 5 & 6 and feature a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony, a 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
Triple Suite
DECK 6
For a small group of 3 traveling together or solo travelers looking to share a cabin with other passengers of the same gender. Cabins feature a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony, separate combo sitting area/bedroom with a sofa bed and additional closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art “infotainment” system, and private bathroom with shower.
242 sq ft. (22.5 m2)
3
1 double or 2 single + sofa bed
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Leadership throughout your voyage by experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- An official expedition parka to keep
- 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. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals
- Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
- 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
- A group arrival transfer in Punta Arenas from airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas 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.)
- A briefing dinner on Day 1 in Punta Arenas
- A pre-expedition group transfer in Punta Arenas from the hotel to the airport
- Flights to and from King George Island
- 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
- A free data card for limited Wi-Fi access. (Premium packages are available for more data-intensive applications.)
Exclusions:
- International airfare
- Passport and applicable visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
- Meals unless otherwise specified
- 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, bar, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)
- 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
An expedition cruise to the Polar regions is a fantastic trip for solo travelers. On most ships, there is the option to share a cabin with another guest of the same gender to keep the pricing down. Solo occupancy cabins are also an option for guests who prefer to have their own space. Please reach out for more information and pricing for solo travelers.
