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World Voyager - 198 Guests

DRAKE EXPRESS Air-Cruise

6 Day Punta Arenas/King George Island to King George Island/Punta Arenas


INTIMATE YACHTING EXPEDITIONS
As your captain deftly navigates past towers of glistening blue ice in waters teeming with wildlife in one of the most remote places on Earth, you may only hear the sound of your own heartbeat. Experience this life-changing destination aboard our newest intimate yacht, World Voyager, including NEW Antarctica Flight Experience options.

Explore Antarctica to the fullest on a sweeping holiday voyage of the Seventh Continent aboard our newest yacht. There’s time to experience
it all, from a sea kayaking excursion that brings you up close to Weddell seals lounging on ice floes to Zodiac safaris that take you to shore landings where you may see the Gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguin courtship rituals.



 

 

DATES / RATES

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ITINERARY


Day 1    King George Island, South Shetland Islands    Depart: 6:00PM
Your charter flight lands in or departs from Eduardo Frei Montalva Station on King George Island, the Chilean air base for Antarctica expeditions with flight options over the Drake Passage. Lying within the Fildes Peninsula, where Chile laid claim to Antarctic territory, the base is an important research station. Made up of over 40 buildings that include a school, bank, hospital and post office, it resembles more a small village than a base. King George Island has come to be known as the unofficial capital of Antarctica with its various research stations located on the island. As a haven for an incredible amount of wildlife, including chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, and elephant, leopard and Weddell seals, it’s a prime locale for scientific research.

Day 2   Exploring the South Shetland Islands - Captain’s Choice, Antarctica  
Part of the greater Antarctica region, the South Shetland Islands contain plenty of wildlife, scenic landscapes, hiking opportunities and magnificent viewpoints that inspire a sense of discovering another world. A possible landing on Elephant Island, named for the shape of its cliffside and the elephant seals that call it home, puts you on the same path as the famous Shackleton Expedition. Deception Island, another possible landing and named for its very nature, is in fact a volcanic caldera where you can find heated springs amid the striking black sands. Other stops could include Half Moon Island, Yankee Harbor, Point Wild and Barrientos Island, where you can find plenty of Gentoo penguin rookeries.
CAPTAIN’S CHOICE – Captain’s Choice ports of call add to the sense of adventure and an element of surprise. Your ship’s captain will sail around changing weather conditions as needed and take you to the best areas for wildlife viewing.

Day 3-5    Exploring Antarctica- Captain’s Choice  
Nicknamed The White Continent for its vast expanse of icebergs, snow and glaciers, Antarctica is often the final frontier for experienced explorers to conquer. As you navigate Antarctic waters, you may set foot on sites like Beak Island, Brown Bluff, Cierva Cove, Hidden Bay and many more. Each landing throughout the continent offers its own unique landscape, from expansive tundra to rugged mountain peaks, all beckoning you to follow the paths that few explorers have trekked before.
CAPTAIN’S CHOICE – Captain’s Choice ports of call add to the sense of adventure and an element of surprise. Your ship’s captain will sail around changing weather conditions as needed and take you to the best areas for wildlife viewing.

Day 6    King George Island, South Shetland Islands   Arrive: 8:00AM
Your charter flight lands in or departs from Eduardo Frei Montalva Station on King George Island, the Chilean air base for Antarctica expeditions with flight options over the Drake Passage. Lying within the Fildes Peninsula, where Chile laid claim to Antarctic territory, the base is an important research station. Made up of over 40 buildings that include a school, bank, hospital and post office, it resembles more a small village than a base. King George Island has come to be known as the unofficial capital of Antarctica with its various research stations located on the island. As a haven for an incredible amount of wildlife, including chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, and elephant, leopard and Weddell seals, it’s a prime locale for scientific research.

World Voyager (Luxury Expedition, 198-guests)

Experience extraordinary Antarctica to the fullest and in the shortest amount of time aboard our newest yacht, World Voyager. Our NEW Drake Express option lets you fly straight into King George Island off the coast of Antarctica and over the Drake Passage both ways to maximize your boots on the ground exploration time. Or spend more time exploring the Antarctica Peninsula by flying over the Drake Passage one way and still lay claim to the iconic experience of sailing the other direction with our NEW Drake Fly & Sail options.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED


Bypass the Drake Passage at the beginning and end of your voyage.

• FREE Private Charter Jet Service between Punta Arenas and King George Island
• FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Stay in Punta Arenas
• FREE 1-Night Post-Cruise Hotel Stay in Punta Arenas
• FREE Cultural Immersion in Punta Arenas
• FREE private group transfers on embarkation and disembarkation days between the included charters and hotels.

ALWAYS INCLUDED
• FREE cultural immersion on every voyage
• FREE dining venues with everchanging menus
• FREE unlimited beverages, including fine wines, spirits and craft beers
• FREE open bars and lounges, including 24-hour bar service with specialty canapés
• FREE in-room minibar with your preferences
• FREE specialty coffees, teas and fresh-pressed juices
• FREE afternoon and high tea
• FREE champagne and gourmet canapés during meet and greet
• FREE 24-hour room service, including spirits, wine and beer
• FREE L’OCCITANE bath amenities
• FREE pre-paid gratuities
• FREE use of walking sticks and binoculars
• FREE reusable water bottle
• FREE butler service and expanded room service menu in suites

EXCLUSIVELY ON POLAR EXPEDITIONS
• FREE enrichment lectures and destination briefings
• FREE shore landings led by expert field guides
• FREE escorted sightseeing safaris by Zodiac
• FREE polar plunge
• FREE Atlas Ocean Voyages parka and vest
• FREE use of rubber boots
• FREE private group transfers between airport and yacht

Trip delay and medical evacuation coverage included at no additional cost

 
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