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01 / ANTARCTICA SAILING EXPEDITIONS
Your real freedom to explore Antarctica
Small groups
Shared adventures
Shared adventures
Flexible routes
Nature sets the pace
Nature sets the pace
Skip the lines for shore landings. Come with friends or make new ones over dinner on board. With just 10−18 guests, the atmosphere is warm and easygoing, with space to take in Antarctica in peace.
We adapt to the weather, wildlife, and opportunities each day brings. We can change course, linger at a favorite spot, or spend longer watching whales. Our itinerary leaves room for the moments you came all this way to experience.
200+ expeditions
Polar experts since 2015
Polar experts since 2015
We’ve led more than 200 expeditions across the Arctic and Antarctica since 2015. Our work here includes scientific missions, too. You travel with a team whose knowledge comes from years of navigating, exploring, and working in the polar regions.
The Drake Passage separates South America from Antarctica: the world’s widest strait, with some of its roughest seas. For ocean lovers, it’s a bucket-list crossing. If you’re less sure of your sea legs, flying saves time and takes you straight to Antarctica’s more sheltered waters. We offer both.
Both options explore Antarctica by sailing ship. Choose how you get there and back.
Fly to Antarctica and back
Or cross the Drake Passage
Or cross the Drake Passage
02 / Two ways to get there
$14,640
For Antarctica without the multiday open-ocean crossing. You still explore Antarctica by sailing ship.
USD / person
From
Fly both ways
NO DRAKE OCEAN CROSSING
$13,080
For the ocean adventure as well as Antarctica. Cross the Drake once, with a flight in the other direction.
USD / person
From
Sail one way. Fly the other.
ONE DRAKE OCEAN CROSSING
How the flights, ship, and hotels fit together
Chile · welcome and hotel
Punta Arenas
01
About 2 hours to King George Island
Fly to Antarctica
02
Islands, coastline, and guided landings
Sail Antarctica
03
King George Island → Punta Arenas
Fly back to Chile
04
Hotel and end of trip
Punta Arenas
05
Argentina · board your ship
Ushuaia
01
Usually 3–4 days at sea
Sail the Drake
02
Islands, coastline, and guided landings
Explore Antarctica
03
About 2 hours from King George Island
Fly back to Chile
04
Hotel and end of trip
Punta Arenas
05
Chile · welcome and hotel
Punta Arenas
01
About 2 hours to King George Island
Fly to Antarctica
02
Islands, coastline, and guided landings
Sail Antarctica
03
Usually 3–4 days at sea
Sail the Drake
04
Argentina · end of trip
Ushuaia
05
You arrange travel to and from South America. We coordinate the included Antarctic flight(s), ship, and listed hotels. Flights and routes are weather-dependent; allow the travel buffer confirmed for your departure.
What will we see in Antarctica?
The goal is to make the most of what Antarctica gives us that day.
We might change course to get closer to a group of whales, or stay a little longer because an iceberg looks especially good in the evening light.
We have a long list of places we’d love to explore. But racing through it, checking ten boxes, and sticking to a rigid schedule isn’t the point.
We have a long list of places we’d love to explore. But racing through it, checking ten boxes, and sticking to a rigid schedule isn’t the point.
The order of stops will change, and some places may be inaccessible altogether. Ice, wind, and the Southern Ocean don’t exactly follow the itinerary on our website.
03 / ANTARCTICA ITINERARY
Explore the expedition route. Click any stop to learn more about it.
The final route is always decided by the captain. Safety and actual weather conditions come before schedules, planned stops, or checking boxes in the ship’s log.
Our first taste of Antarctica.
We’ll visit Russia’s Bellingshausen research station, get a glimpse of daily life in one of the world’s most remote places, meet our first penguins, and, if we’re lucky, warm up in a traditional Russian sauna.
We’ll visit Russia’s Bellingshausen research station, get a glimpse of daily life in one of the world’s most remote places, meet our first penguins, and, if we’re lucky, warm up in a traditional Russian sauna.
KING GEORGE ISLAND, BELLINGSHAUSEN STATION
A wide natural harbor surrounded by glaciers and rugged Antarctic coastline. Large colonies of gentoo penguins nest right along the shore, while traces of the region’s natural history can still be found among the rocks.
YANKEE HARBOR
Black volcanic beaches, dark cliffs, snow-covered peaks, and Weddell seals make Half Moon Island one of the most striking stops in the South Shetlands. It’s a small island, but the contrast between wildlife, rock, snow, and ocean makes it feel surprisingly dramatic.
HALF MOON ISLAND
One of the strangest places in Antarctica: an active volcanic caldera that we can actually sail inside. Black beaches, geothermal steam, rusting remains of an abandoned whaling station, and snow-covered mountains create a landscape that feels almost unreal.
Deception Island
A place where Antarctic wildlife and human history meet. The bow of a century-old shipwreck still rises above the water, while icebergs, glaciers, and passing whales surround what remains of Antarctica’s whaling era.
Enterprise Island
A maze of small rocky islands, glaciers, narrow channels, and drifting ice. Whales are frequently seen in these waters, sometimes appearing surprisingly close to the sailing ship as we explore the archipelago.
Melchior Islands
A tiny historic base surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and gentoo penguins. Here, you can step into the history of Antarctic exploration, visit the small museum, and send a postcard from one of the world’s southernmost post offices.
Port of Lockroy
A narrow passage between towering mountains and glaciers, sometimes called one of the most beautiful waterways in Antarctica. We’ll sail between steep snow-covered peaks and floating ice, watching for seals and whales along the way.
LEMAIRE CHANNEL
Home to thousands of gentoo penguins and one of the largest colonies in this part of Antarctica. We’ll go ashore among the birds, with glaciers, steep mountains, and ice-filled waters stretching out around the island.
Couverville Island
One of the places where we may be able to step directly onto the Antarctic continent. A climb above the bay opens up sweeping views of glaciers and surrounding peaks, while chinstrap penguins nest along the rocky ridge above the water.
ORNE HARBOUR
MEET THE LOCALS
What we can do is rely on years of expedition experience. Over time, we’ve built a pretty good picture of who we see most often — and where.
That said, none of them are on our payroll, so we can’t promise you’ll meet every species on the list.
Contrary to what many people imagine, Antarctica is far from lifeless. In fact, it’s one of the best places on Earth to see wildlife in the wild: dozens of whales, hundreds of seals, and more penguins than you could possibly count.
04 / ANTARCTICA WILDLIFE
HIGH PROBABILITY
VERY LOW PROBABILITY
MEDIUM PROBABILITY
LOW PROBABILITY
05 / dates&prices
Find your expedition
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Starting fares per person in the listed cabin category. USD unless marked EUR. Cabin availability and your final quote are confirmed by our team; this is not live inventory.
What your fare covers
Accommodation in the cabin category you choose, all meals on board, professional crew, polar guide services, and — depending on your itinerary — flights to or from Antarctica and hotel accommodation in Punta Arenas.
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
International travel to and from South America, required medical and evacuation insurance, visas if applicable, and any personal or additional expenses not included in the expedition itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED
06 / YOUR HOME AT SEA
Real sailing.
A warm welcome aboard.
A warm welcome aboard.
Cozy cabins, meals cooked on board, and a crew at the helm. No sailing experience required.
Eldorado
Cabins
Guests:
Crew:
12
5
4 two-person cabins + 1 four-person cabin
Toilets & showers
A private toilet and shower in every cabin.
A natural fit for a small group. An intimate atmosphere, with fewer people sharing life on board.
Classic schooner
Amazone
Cabins
Guests:
Crew:
18
6
8 two-person cabins, plus one three-person cabin at the bow.
Toilets & showers
Private facilities only in the three-person bow cabin. All other cabins use shared toilets and showers.
Made for time together, with a large shared lounge for meals, long conversations, and evenings with the whole group.
Classic schooner
Unplugged
Cabins
Guests:
Crew:
10
6
5 guest cabins, with master and twin/double options.
Toilets & showers
A private toilet and shower in every cabin.
The comfort of a hotel room, under sail. Ideal for a private charter with family or friends.
Modern sailing yacht
WANT TO GET MORE INVOLVED?
No experience is required, and participation is completely optional.
No one is going to turn you into a deckhand against your will or wake you up with a whistle before sunrise.
No one is going to turn you into a deckhand against your will or wake you up with a whistle before sunrise.
If you feel like diving a little deeper into the sailing side of the expedition, the captain and crew will be happy to bring you in. Under their guidance, you can take the helm, help handle the sails, learn the basics of navigation, or join a watch.
On our sailing ships, you can spend the entire journey simply as a guest: watch the ocean, take photos, read, talk to people, and be responsible for absolutely nothing except enjoying the trip.
07 / About experience
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08 / A few good questions
Know before you go
No. The professional crew handles the ship. You can help under their guidance or simply enjoy the voyage. Expect compact cabins and shared life aboard; tell us about mobility or health needs before booking.
Flying both ways skips the multiday Drake crossing, not all time at sea. You’ll still sail in Antarctic waters, where motion is possible. If seasickness concerns you, discuss prevention with your clinician before travel. Or choose Camp!
Yes. The ship has Starlink. Unlimited access costs $200 and is paid separately on board in cash.
Medical insurance is required and must explicitly cover travel in Antarctica and emergency evacuation. Insurance is not included in the expedition price.
Please ask your insurer to confirm in writing that your policy covers the destination, planned activities, and the full cost of emergency evacuation.
If needed, we can arrange suitable insurance for you for an additional fee.
Please ask your insurer to confirm in writing that your policy covers the destination, planned activities, and the full cost of emergency evacuation.
If needed, we can arrange suitable insurance for you for an additional fee.
DAP Airlines allows 5 kg (11 lb) of carry-on baggage and 20 kg (44 lb) of checked baggage. Excess baggage is charged separately at $22 per kilogram.
Hard-shell suitcases are not very practical on board, so we recommend bringing a duffel bag or a large soft-sided travel bag instead.
Hard-shell suitcases are not very practical on board, so we recommend bringing a duffel bag or a large soft-sided travel bag instead.
The published cancellation schedule is: 120 or more days before departure, 100% refund; 90–119 days, 70%; fewer than 90 days, no refund. Check the cancellation terms in your written booking confirmation before paying.
Booking terms ↗
Booking terms ↗
It will. Flights to and from Antarctica, the actual route, and even the final end date of the expedition depend on weather conditions.
Storms, fog, or poor visibility can delay us for several days either in South America or in Antarctica. This is a normal part of polar travel, and it’s important to be prepared for it both mentally and when planning your schedule. A schedule change does not automatically entitle you to a refund.
Storms, fog, or poor visibility can delay us for several days either in South America or in Antarctica. This is a normal part of polar travel, and it’s important to be prepared for it both mentally and when planning your schedule. A schedule change does not automatically entitle you to a refund.
08 / From Inquiry To Expedition
Ready?
Here’s what happens next.
Here’s what happens next.
Start with an inquiry. No payment or booking commitment.
Tell us about your trip
The work you do while you procrastinate is probably the work you should be doing for the rest of your life.
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Get ready with your trip group
Book your expedition
At booking
35%
Second payment
35%
No later than 120 days before departure
Your payment schedule
Once your reservation is confirmed, we send you a booking confirmation.
About a month before departure, we add you to the trip’s group chat. Our team answers your questions, shares the packing list, and sends the practical information you’ll need.
Join your expedition
Arrive at the expedition starting point. From there, we take care of the rest.
The work you do while you procrastinate is probably the work you should be doing for the rest of your life.
Less scrolling. More Antarctica.
Choose what you’re planning and tell us a little about it. We’ll help you find the right route, ship, and cabin.