Antarctica - Credit David Merron
Kayaking - Credit Samantha Crimmin
Penguins - Credit David Merron
Antarctica
Seal - Credit Quark Expeditions
Whale - Credit Quark Expeditions
Experience the fastest, most direct route to Antarctica as you fly over the Drake Passage, before joining your ship for an unforgettable expedition voyage, with thrilling Zodiac landings accompanied by a team of polar specialists
With no Drake Passage crossing, you can begin exploring Antarctica sooner on this unique expedition cruise.
After an overnight hotel stay in the beautiful Chilean city of Punta Arenas, board your charter flight over the Drake Passage to King George Island. Enjoy your first glimpse of the White Continent as you begin your descent towards the remote South Shetland Islands. After landing, transfer by Zodiac to your ship, ready to set sail for the stunning Antarctic Peninsula.
Spend a memorable few days exploring Antarctica. Keep your camera ready as you board Zodiacs in search of whales, seabirds and majestic icebergs. Beaches dotted with leopard seals and colonies of penguins give way to icy plateaus, all overlooked by dramatic snow- capped peaks. Every day will be an adventure and the experienced Expedition Team will accompany you all the way, providing invaluable insights into the places visited.
Q102 Operated by Quark Expeditions
Cruise Includes
- Includes
- 5-night or 6-night full board cruise
- 1-night pre and post-cruise hotel stay in Punta Arenas
- Charter flights between Punta Arenas and King George Island
- Overseas transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Wine and beer with dinner during the cruise
- Soft drinks during bar opening hours during the cruise
- Complimentary coffee, tea and water at all times during the cruise
- Zodiac landings and shore landings, walks and hikes
- Lectures by the Expedition Team
- Quark Parka to keep
- Loan of waterproof knee-high boots
- Port charges and taxes
- Excludes
- International flights – we can arrange these for you
- Overseas transfers
- Optional excursions such as paddling and kayaking
- Gratuities
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