Antarctica Fly & Cruise

A unique option for those with less time or who prefer to avoid the sometimes rough passage over the Drake Passage. Take a quick flight from Punta Arenas (Chile) and be in Antarctica in just a couple hours, flying over the Drake. Board your vessel in Antarctica and enjoy the highlights of an Antarctic cruise on a shortened schedule.

Key Things to Know for Antarctica Fly & Cruise Trips:

Convenient: Reach the White Continent in just a few hours from Patagonia, skipping two days of sea travel through the Drake Passage. This is a good option for travelers with limited time to visit Antarctica, or for those who prefer to avoid long sea voyages. There are several boats that do Fly & Cruise programs; see below for vessels that offer this option.

Fly and then Cruise: Upon reaching Antarctica, board the ship that will serve as your floating hotel while you explore the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula.

The Peninsula Experience: Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, searching for whales, penguins, seals and seabirds, and witness the dramatic scenery for which this region is famous, such as Paradise Bay and Deception Island.

A Shorter Trip: This is a good option for travelers who want to see Antarctica’s highlights in fewer days and who are concerned about seasickness.