Route · from Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
The same wild landings, returning to a suite. Smaller, high-end expedition ships with suites, fine dining and generous guide ratios, sailing from Ushuaia or combined with a fly-cruise over the Drake.
10–14 days
Sail the Drake
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar
From $19,000
Luxury in Antarctica doesn't mean less adventure. These ships still carry fleets of zodiacs and experienced expedition teams — they simply add spacious suites, often with balconies, excellent kitchens, spa facilities and more staff per guest.
From Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
to Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
to Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
The smaller guest numbers matter on shore, too: fewer people means more time at each landing within the limits that apply to every visit. We'll help you weigh which inclusions are worth paying for and which are simply polish.
Placeholder — verify durations, prices and inclusions with partner operators before launch.
Duration
- 10–14 days
- Embark: Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
- Disembark: Ushuaia, Argentina, or Punta Arenas, Chile (fly-cruise)
The Drake
- Crossed by sea (around two days each way)
- No flight segment
Wildlife
- Gentoo penguins
- Chinstrap penguins
- Humpback whales
- Orcas
- Leopard seals
Best months
- Nov
- Dec
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
Tell us when, who and what you dream of seeing. One polar specialist will shortlist the right voyages, free and without obligation.