Depart
Sea Kayaking
Kayaking offers adventurous travellers a unique, intimate connection to the Antarctic wilderness, allowing exploration of the mazes sea ice and glaciers while forging bonds with fellow explorers at water level.
From
AU$25,351 per person
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Duration
8 Days
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Ships
World Voyager -
Embark
King George Island, Antarctica
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Disembark
King George Island, Antarctica
Quark Antarctica Express Fly the Drake – 8 days
Routes
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Depart
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Route Information
Embark: King George Island, Antarctica
Disembark: King George Island, Antarctica
Destinations: Punta Arenas, King George Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Ships: Ocean Explorer
Duration: 8 days
Additional Information: 2 nights in Punta Arenas and return flights from Punta Arenas to King George Island included.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
Your adventure kicks off in Punta Arenas, Chile, the most populous city in southern Patagonia. Should you arrive early, you will find numerous museums, restaurants, and shops to explore. By early afternoon, a representative from Quark Expeditions will greet you at the official starting point hotel, where you will enjoy a welcome dinner and receive a briefing on the preparations for your embarkation day.
Day 2 Fly to King George Island and Embarkation
Your charter flight from Punta Arenas to Antarctica allows you to cross the legendary Drake Passage in just two hours. Meanwhile, your ship will be making its way to King George Island for your arrival. Your first view of the stunning Antarctic landscapes will be from a unique vantage point as your plane descends into the South Shetland Islands. After landing, head to the shore and transfer by Zodiac to your ship, ready to set sail for the Antarctic Peninsula!
Days 3 - 6 South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Few destinations are as captivating as Antarctica. This vast, icy continent is beyond description and must be seen to be fully appreciated.
As your Captain and Expedition Team scan the horizon for whales and seabirds, you’ll be promptly informed of any new sightings. The expert presenters will enrich your journey with detailed explanations of the region’s glaciology, history, and wildlife, along with photography presentations to help you capture unforgettable images.
The daily excursions are even more thrilling. Your first Zodiac landing is an experience you'll never forget! Stepping onto a shore teeming with thousands of penguins offers the most intimate encounter with Antarctica's unique wildlife.
Each landing is unique and weather-dependent, but every day brings new sightings and photo opportunities. Before long, you'll be able to distinguish between Adélie, gentoo, and chinstrap penguins.
One day, you might take a Zodiac cruise to spot whales and icebergs, and the next, you might hike to a penguin rookery. From the thunderous sound of a calving glacier to the excitement of observing apex predators like leopard seals and orcas, you’ll greet each day with a sense of adventure and a desire to explore this unparalleled wilderness.
Your Expedition Team will be with you every step of the way, offering valuable insights into the incredible places you visit.
Day 7 Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
After a week of exploration, bid farewell to your Expedition Team and disembark at King George Island. A two-hour flight across the Drake Passage will take you back to Punta Arenas, Chile, marking the end of your Antarctic adventure. Upon arrival, your group transfers to the hotel, you will have the evening free to either explore the city or relax at the hotel, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences and breathtaking sights of Antarctica
Day 8 Depart Punta Arenas
After breakfast, continue on your own travels or make your way to the Punta Arenas airport for your homebound flights.
Activities
Polar Plunge
This rite of passage, scheduled once per voyage, offers you the chance to jump safely into the bracing polar waters under the watchful eye of our trained staff.
Hiking
Hiking in polar regions offers unique, immersive experiences across tundra, snow, and beaches, with organized hikes ranging from short wildlife visits to longer excursions, guided by experts.
Paddling Excursion
The Paddle Excursion Program offers sit-on-top, two-person inflatable kayaks for a unique, intimate experience exploring unforgettable Antarctic locations from a different perspective
Zodiac Cruising
Zodiacs take you places that ships can’t access, allowing you to reach remote shorelines, explore shallow inlets and search for unique wildlife.
Stand-up Paddleboarding
Experience a unique view of Antarctica with stand-up paddleboarding in small groups, exploring calm bays and harbours under good weather conditions, guided by a support Zodiac.
Presentations
Enjoy daily chats with and presentations by our world-class onboard polar experts—expedition guides, specialists, photography guides and other special guests who will introduce you to the fascinating history, biology, ornithology, glaciology and geology of the region, and much, much more.
Dates & rates
Pricing is dynamic and fluctuates with availability.
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DatesDec 1 - Dec 8, 2026
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$26,366was AU$29,295
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$26,366
was AU$29,295
Veranda Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$27,716
was AU$30,795
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$35,996
was AU$39,995
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$38,786
was AU$43,095
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$41,576
was AU$46,195
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DatesDec 6 - Dec 13, 2026
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$26,176was AU$30,795
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$24,901
was AU$29,295
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$26,176
was AU$30,795
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$33,996
was AU$39,995
Limited
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$36,631
was AU$43,095
Limited
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$39,266
was AU$46,195
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DatesFeb 11 - Feb 18, 2027
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$31,316was AU$34,795
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$29,696
was AU$32,995
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$31,316
was AU$34,795
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$40,676
was AU$45,195
Limited
Deluxe Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$43,916
was AU$48,795
Limited
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$46,976
was AU$52,195
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DatesFeb 16 - Feb 23, 2027
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$29,156was AU$32,395
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$27,716
was AU$30,795
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$29,156
was AU$32,395
Limited
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$37,886
was AU$42,095
Limited
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$40,856
was AU$45,395
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$43,736
was AU$48,595
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DatesFeb 21 - Feb 28, 2027
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$32,126was AU$35,695
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,506
was AU$33,895
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$32,126
was AU$35,695
Limited
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$41,756
was AU$46,395
Limited
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$44,996
was AU$49,995
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$48,056
was AU$53,395
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DatesDec 9 - Dec 16, 2027
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
-
Price from (per person)AU$25,351was AU$31,395
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$25,351
was AU$31,395
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$26,805
was AU$33,195
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$34,718
was AU$42,995
Limited
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$37,302
was AU$46,195
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$40,129
was AU$49,695
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DatesJan 4 - Jan 11, 2028
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipOcean Explorer
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Price from (per person)AU$30,035was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
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Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,035
was AU$37,195
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$33,507
was AU$41,495
Veranda Statesroom
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
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Size
19.2m²
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Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$35,284
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$37,464
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$48,527
was AU$60,095
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$51,111
was AU$63,295
Studio Veranda Single
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Guests
1, Single bed
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Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$52,322
was AU$64,795
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$54,583
was AU$67,595
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DatesJan 9 - Jan 16, 2028
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipOcean Explorer
-
Price from (per person)AU$30,035was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
-
Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,035
was AU$37,195
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$33,507
was AU$41,495
Veranda Statesroom
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$35,284
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$37,464
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$48,527
was AU$60,095
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$51,111
was AU$63,295
Limited
Studio Veranda Single
-
Guests
1, Single bed
-
Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$52,322
was AU$64,795
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$54,583
was AU$67,595
-
DatesJan 28 - Feb 4, 2028
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
-
ShipOcean Explorer
-
Price from (per person)AU$30,035was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
-
Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,035
was AU$37,195
Limited
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$33,507
was AU$41,495
Veranda Statesroom
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$35,284
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$37,464
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$48,527
was AU$60,095
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$51,111
was AU$63,295
Limited
Studio Veranda Single
-
Guests
1, Single bed
-
Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$52,322
was AU$64,795
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$54,583
was AU$67,595
-
DatesFeb 12 - Feb 19, 2028
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Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
-
Price from (per person)AU$27,698was AU$32,395
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$27,698
was AU$32,395
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$29,151
was AU$34,095
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$37,872
was AU$44,295
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$40,779
was AU$47,695
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$43,772
was AU$51,195
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DatesDec 2 - Dec 9, 2028
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
-
ShipOcean Explorer
-
Price from (per person)AU$30,519was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
-
Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,519
was AU$37,195
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$34,281
was AU$41,595
Veranda Statesroom
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$36,077
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$38,385
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$50,184
was AU$60,195
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$53,006
was AU$63,495
Limited
Studio Veranda Single
-
Guests
1, Single bed
-
Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$54,288
was AU$64,995
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$56,682
was AU$67,795
-
DatesDec 7 - Dec 14, 2028
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
-
ShipOcean Explorer
-
Price from (per person)AU$30,519was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
-
Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,519
was AU$37,195
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$34,281
was AU$41,595
Veranda Statesroom
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$36,077
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$38,385
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$50,184
was AU$60,195
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$53,006
was AU$63,495
Limited
Studio Veranda Single
-
Guests
1, Single bed
-
Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$54,288
was AU$64,995
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$56,682
was AU$67,795
-
DatesJan 16 - Jan 23, 2029
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
-
ShipOcean Explorer
-
Price from (per person)AU$30,519was AU$37,195
Triple Suite
-
Guests
3, 3 Single beds
-
Size
27.7m²
-
Deck
6
Price from (per person)
AU$30,519
was AU$37,195
Deluxe Veranda Forward
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
16.9m²
-
Deck
4
Price from (per person)
AU$34,281
was AU$41,595
Veranda Statesroom
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6,7
Price from (per person)
AU$36,077
was AU$43,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
19.2m²
-
Deck
4,6
Price from (per person)
AU$38,385
was AU$46,395
Single Studio
-
Guests
1, Queen
-
Size
15.4m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$50,184
was AU$60,195
Limited
Penthouse Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$53,006
was AU$63,495
Limited
Studio Veranda Single
-
Guests
1, Single bed
-
Size
15.1m²
-
Deck
3
Price from (per person)
AU$54,288
was AU$64,995
Limited
Owners Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin + sofa bed
-
Size
41m²
-
Deck
7
Price from (per person)
AU$56,682
was AU$67,795
-
DatesFeb 4 - Feb 11, 2029
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
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ShipWorld Voyager
-
Price from (per person)AU$25,817was AU$31,695
Infinity Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$25,817
was AU$31,695
Veranda Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
20m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$27,185
was AU$33,295
Superior Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
19-25m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$35,820
was AU$43,395
Limited
Deluxe Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
32m²
-
Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$38,642
was AU$46,695
Owner's Suite
-
Guests
2, Queen/Twin
-
Size
34m²
-
Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$41,463
was AU$49,995
-
DatesFeb 9 - Feb 16, 2029
-
Start/EndPunta Arenas, Chile
-
ShipWorld Voyager
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Price from (per person)AU$25,817was AU$31,695
Infinity Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
25m²
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Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$25,817
was AU$31,695
Veranda Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
20m²
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Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$27,185
was AU$33,295
Superior Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
19-25m²
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Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$35,820
was AU$43,395
Limited
Deluxe Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
32m²
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Deck
5
Price from (per person)
AU$38,642
was AU$46,695
Owner's Suite
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Guests
2, Queen/Twin
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Size
34m²
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Deck
5,6
Price from (per person)
AU$41,463
was AU$49,995
What's included
Inclusions
Flights from Punta Arenas to King George Island return.
An official expedition parka to keep.
Leadership throughout the voyage by an experienced Expedition Team, including shore landings, presentations and other activities.
Shipboard accommodation in your chosen room with private facilities.
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails also included during bar service hours and dinner.Waterproof expedition boots to borrow for landings and Zodiac cruising. Snowshoes and walking poles are also provided.
Complimentary Wi-Fi on one device.
Group transfers mentioned through the itinerary.
Exclusions
International airfare to join the cruise.
Passport and applicable visa expenses.
Meals unless otherwise specified.
Waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned.
Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified.
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew.
Additional overnight accommodation.
Adventure options not listed in included activities.