Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage 8-Day

5-night Antarctica expedition · 12 departures · from $12,600 per guest

5 nightsDuration
National Geographic ExplorerShip
Puerto NatalesRound trip from
Nov 25, 2026Next sailing

Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage 8-Day

Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way. On this new itinerary, bypass the traditional Drake Passage crossing on a two-hour flight to and from Antarctica and discover all of the highlights without sacrificing the extra time. Travel with a diverse team of experts aboard National Geographic Explorer, the definitive expedition ship.

Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs; and hike, kayak, and (in November) even possibly cross-country ski in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie.

Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photography Expert. Available extensions:4-Day Torres del Paine Pre-Extension: Exploring Patagonia's Jewel (double price: $6690pp / solo price: $8850)

Upcoming departures

Sails	Ship	Nights	From (per guest)
Nov 25, 2026	National Geographic Explorer	5	$12,600	Cabins & fares
Nov 30, 2026	National Geographic Explorer	5	$15,210	Cabins & fares
Dec 14, 2026	National Geographic Explorer	5	$15,589	Cabins & fares
Jan 2, 2027	National Geographic Explorer	5	$21,000	Cabins & fares
Jan 21, 2027	National Geographic Explorer	5	$21,000	Cabins & fares
Feb 9, 2027	National Geographic Explorer	5	$19,300	Cabins & fares
Nov 26, 2027	National Geographic Explorer	5	$13,500	Cabins & fares
Dec 15, 2027	National Geographic Explorer	5	$14,000	Cabins & fares
Jan 3, 2028	National Geographic Explorer	5	$16,500	Cabins & fares
Jan 22, 2028	National Geographic Explorer	5	$17,250	Cabins & fares
Feb 10, 2028	National Geographic Explorer	5	$14,900	Cabins & fares
Feb 29, 2028	National Geographic Explorer	5	$13,750	Cabins & fares

Day by day

As planned for the Nov 25, 2026 departure; other departures may differ.

Day 1Pre-Cruise Night
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Day 8Day at Sea
Day 9Day at Sea

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