Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

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duration 8 days
tour type Cruise
age requirement 8+ years old
max group size 20

Starts Punta Arenas, Chile
Ends Punta Arenas, Chile

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Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica
Spot iconic Antarctic wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whales
Marvel at many of the Antarctic Peninsula highlights
Enjoy onboard presentations from polar specialists

The tour Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake is a cruise trip that boards in and disembarks in Punta Arenas. You will be cruising through Antarctica and Chile and pass by South Shetland Islands, King George Island and Punta Arenas. Antarctic Express: Fly The Drake takes 8 days and includes cabin accommodation onboard the cruise ship and other items. Please see the package includes section for more details.

Answer the call of Antarctica by flying over the notorious Drake Passage by charter plane to land at King George Island before exploring the Antarctic Peninsula by ship. In just 8 adventure-packed days, you’ll experience rewarding shore visits and Zodiac cruises, marvel at intimate wildlife encounters, explore historic sites and make the most of your landmark visit to the 7th Continent. Select from a range of adventure options and onboard activities that match your personal interests and make your expedition uniquely yours.

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5 - Excellent

“Probably how these expeditions work, but I found the trip quite memorable - the right balance of getting to know and learn about wildlife, marine flora fauna, geology, history & geography, culture of the people in the ship, and adventure with fun. Cherishing every moment here. Not only had the best times in exploring the unknowns but also found the time to reflect within.”

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Overview
Day 1 : Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Day 2 : Fly to King George Island and Embarkation
Days 3 to 6 : Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
Day 7 : Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
Day 8 : Depart Punta Arenas

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Meals

1 Breakfast and 1 Dinner
Beer and house wine during dinner
Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock

Accommodation

Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
All shore landings per the daily program

Guide

Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader

Others

All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduled
Photographic journal documenting the expedition
Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
Official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
Complimentary reusable water bottle
Hair dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Arctic/Antarctic Reader
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
All luggage handling aboard the ship
Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

International airfare
Passport and visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Excess-baggage fees on international flights
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
Phone and Internet charges
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Additional overnight accommodation

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake tour. You can cancel the tour up to 125 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 124 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 08 July 2021, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 08 July 2021, a deposit of 20% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 124 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are travelling to, as part of this itinerary.

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