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Explore the unbridled beauty of Antarctica on a 103-day kayaking tour from Adventure Life for 2025 and 2026. From penguins to glaciers, kayak through stunning landscapes in the South Shetland Islands. Marvel at towering icebergs, spot exotic wildlife like humpback whales and seals, and feel the power of raw nature as you paddle past jagged mountains and rugged coastlines. Every guided tour gives you an opportunity to challenge yourself physically while immersing yourself in Antarctica's unique environment. With prices starting at $7,750, our trips range from 8 to 34 days, offering something for every traveler seeking a transformative experience. For help planning your next seamless trip to Antarctica, contact one of Adventure Life's trip specialists today!
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip Punta Arenas aboard Greg Mortimer, exploring remote areas of Antarctica. Begin on the legendary Drake Passage, where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans converge, creating a challenging waterway.
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Whale watching in Antarctica
from $18,995
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest and most direct way to Antarctica on this 8-day polar expedition. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • Cross the Drake in a few hours
  • Zodiac cruise in search of whales
  • Enjoy on-board lectures
  • Marvel at the Peninsula highlights
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Travelers on a zodiac tour in Antarctica
from $17,895
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Adventure Options
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Variable
Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
  • Marvel at giant icebergs
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Almost ready to depart
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Get a chance to observe seals and penguins in their natural habitat. Spend 12 days aboard the Sylvia Earle exploring Antarctica's huge white continent. Additionally, fly through the Drake Passage during this expedition.
  • See the activity of a penguin city
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Penguin jump in Antarctica
from $18,295
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Meet Antarctica´s wildlife
  • Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
  • View Neko Harbor´s icebergs
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Icebergs at sunset
from $15,995
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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic cruise on the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.
  • Cruise the South Shetland Islands
  • View penguins, seals, and whales
  • Attend lectures and presentations
  • Explore the Antarctic landscape
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from $17,895
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia
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Variable
Explore Antarctica on this 12-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. Reduce your time at sea by flying one way over the Drake Passage and sailing the other way. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, and the Legendary Cape Horn.
  • See the activity of a penguin city
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
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Air Cruise Flight
from $24,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Bypass the Drake Passage by flying directly to the South Shetland Islands. Exit the airplane to a world unlike any other on earth; ice-filled fjords, penguin rookeries, and great expanses of ice await. Sail as far south as possible in an attempt to reach the Polar Circle. Flexibility is key to a successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
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Air Cruise Flight
from $15,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
This Antarctic experience flies from Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island where you embark on a cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands for a full 6 days before flying back to Chile. This tour is excellent for those who wish to maximize time in Antarctica and minimize time sailing the high seas crossing the Drake Passage.
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
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Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica
from $24,595
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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake – Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip from Punta Arenas aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize exploration time. Discover stunning icebergs, abundant wildlife, and the breathtaking landscapes of this remote region.
  • Explore Punta Arenas historic charm
  • Witness Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic penguin rookeries
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
from $22,895
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Snorkeling, Photography Seminars, Scuba Diving
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Designed by women, led by women, and for women, this adventure lets you explore Antarctica’s stunning landscapes and thriving wildlife. Skip the Drake’s rough seas with charter flights and celebrate trailblazing female conservationists.
  • A cruise for women, by women
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Penguin chicks
from $29,795
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, fly directly to the South Shetland Islands, skipping the Drake Passage, and witness fjords, penguin colonies, and vast icy landscapes. Sail southward to reach the Polar Circle, embracing the flexibility required to adapt to ever-changing conditions for a memorable trip.
  • Round-trip Air-Cruise
  • Wildlife Encounters
  • Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
  • Enriching Experiences
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The wildlife was so abundant it was difficult to land.
from $16,458
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration, Skiing
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Variable
The 10-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage Cruise, roundtrip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, is an amazing way to discover Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, avoiding the Drake Passage, to explore channels and coves, observe whales, and maneuver around icebergs on Zodiac cruises.
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
  • Seven days Antarctic experience
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Ice in Antarctica
from $11,495
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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Embark on this 8-day Antarctic adventure with Ocean Nova Air Cruises. Fly over the Drake Passage from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore the surrounding landscape.
  • Cruise the South Shetland Islands
  • View penguins, seals, and whales
  • Attend lectures and presentations
  • Explore the Antarctic landscape
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from $20,095
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join a 13-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore the Weddell Sea in Antarctica, famous for its icebergs and historical significance. Experience the breathtaking wilderness as you navigate pack ice and encounter stunning tabular icebergs.
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
  • Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
  • Visit historic huts on land
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Cruising in the zodiac looking for wildlife
from $13,975
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
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Variable
This 9-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage, round trip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to explore channels, coves, watch for whales, and navigate icebergs on Zodiac cruises.
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
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Cruising in the zodiac looking for wildlife
from $11,975
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
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Variable
Explore Antarctica on this 8-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage cruise, and bypass the traditional Drake Passage with a two-hour flight. Join experts aboard the National Geographic Explorer, venturing into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Enjoy activities like whale watching, Zodiac cruising around icebergs and hiking.
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
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Kayaking in antarctica
from $16,195
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer, opt for the quickest route to Antarctica, for a unique aerial preview of the vast and dramatic landscape. Continue the adventure by ship experiencing wildlife and natural wonders and then return through the Drake Passage.
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
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