Discover the Antarctic wilderness on a 10-day, 9-night voyage aboard Silver Wind, an expedition that combines the excitement of crossing the Drake Passage by sea with the convenience of flying back to mainland Chile. Beginning on November 4, 2027, the journey takes you from Santiago to Puerto Williams by charter aircraft before embarking on Silver Wind along the Beagle Channel. Two days at sea provide opportunities to observe wandering albatrosses and petrels, attend presentations by polar specialists, and enjoy the ship's spa, dining, and observation areas. Upon reaching the Antarctic Sound, encounter immense tabular icebergs originating from the Larsen Ice Shelf and nesting colonies of gentoo and Adélie penguins. Four days of exploration along the Antarctic Peninsula follow, with Zodiac excursions and landings selected according to weather and ice conditions, offering opportunities to observe humpback whales, leopard seals, Weddell seals, and numerous penguins. Possible destinations include Paradise Bay, Lemaire Channel, Port Lockroy, and Petermann Island, followed by the volcanic South Shetland Islands and a potential visit to Deception Island. Your journey ends with an approximately two-hour charter flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
Day by day
Cruise Includes
Luxury accommodation in an ocean-view or veranda suite
Personalized butler service in every suite
All meals onboard, including gourmet dining experiences
Beverages, including fine wines and spirits
24-hour in-suite dining service
Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
Gratuities for onboard staff
Guided Zodiac excursions, kayaking, and shore landings
Expedition activities led by experienced naturalist guides
Educational lectures and enrichment programs
Complimentary use of expedition equipment, including parkas on polar voyages
Access to onboard facilities, including fitness center, pool deck, and lounges
Port taxes and fees
Charter flights and pre/post-cruise hotel nights on Antarctica and Greenland fly-cruise voyages
Charter flight from Santiago to Puerto Williams.
Nine nights aboard Silver Wind.
Suite accommodations with personalized butler service.
Southbound navigation across the Drake Passage.
Access to onboard spa, dining, and observation areas.
Expedition team and educational lectures about Antarctic wildlife, ice, and history.
Zodiac excursions and Antarctic shore landings, subject to conditions.
Exploration of the Antarctic Sound.
Four full days dedicated to the Antarctic Peninsula.
Navigation through the South Shetland Islands.
Farewell dinner aboard Silver Wind.
Charter flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
Cruise does not include
International flights, unless specifically included in the booked package
Travel insurance and medical evacuation coverage
Passport, visa, and other travel documentation expenses
Personal purchases and onboard boutique shopping
Spa treatments, beauty services, and selected wellness experiences
Medical consultations and onboard medical services
Optional private excursions or activities not included in the expedition program
Additional hotel nights outside the confirmed itinerary
Transfers or independent travel arrangements not specified in the booking
Premium services or special arrangements not covered by the selected fare
Highlights
A classic Antarctic arrival by sea: Navigate the Drake Passage over two days, following a route associated with historic polar explorers while watching for wandering albatrosses and petrels.
The convenience of a one-way fly-cruise: Experience the outbound sea crossing, then return from King George Island to Punta Arenas on an approximately two-hour charter flight.
An impressive arrival through Antarctic Sound: Encounter giant tabular icebergs originating from the Larsen Ice Shelf and observe gentoo and Adélie penguins during nesting season.
Four full days on the Antarctic Peninsula: Enjoy an extended exploration period with possible Zodiac cruises and landings among fjords, glaciers, and striking ice formations.
Remarkable wildlife encounters: Look for humpback whales, leopard seals, Weddell seals, penguins, and the elephant seals of the South Shetland Islands.
Potential visits to notable Antarctic locations: Paradise Bay, Lemaire Channel, Port Lockroy, and Petermann Island are among the possible destinations, depending on ice and weather.
The volcanic South Shetland Islands: Discover an archipelago inhabited by chinstrap penguins and elephant seals, with the possibility of entering Deception Island's caldera.
Life aboard Silver Wind: Enjoy suite accommodation with butler service, expedition lectures, spa facilities, dining, and observation areas throughout the voyage.
Activities
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
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Antarctica: Sail & Fly the Drake Passage
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