emperor

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales. Cruise South to Antarctica and Fly North

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales. Cruise South to Antarctica and Fly North

» Antarctica

» Nov 7 2025Nov 16 2025 (10 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: Ushuaia

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
  • Day 2 – Embarkation
  • Days 3 and 4 – Crossing the Drake Passage
  • Days 5 to 8 –  Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 9 – Disembarkation in King George Island and Fly to Puerto Natales, Chile
  • Day 10 – Puerto Natales, Chile

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Explorer

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Solo B – Upper Deck

Category 7 – Upper Deck

Category 6 – Upper Deck

Category 5 – Upper Deck

Category 3 – Main Deck

Category Solo A – Main Deck

Category 2 – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Experience it all—cruise the legendary Drake Passage then enjoy the ease of returning on a 2-hour direct flight from King George Island to Puerto Natales.
Explore the world’s last great wilderness—kayak in protected waters, hike amid magnificent mountains, see huge glaciers up close and observe an array of endemic wildlife in the company of a team of top naturalists.

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

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emperor

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Feb 6 2027Feb 14 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Adelie penguins, Antarctica

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

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emperor

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 31 2027Feb 8 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Adelie penguins, Antarctica

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627024

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 25 2027Feb 2 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Adelie penguins, Brown Bluff, Antarctica

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627023

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 19 2027Jan 27 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Adelie penguins, Brown Bluff, Antarctica

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627022

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 8 2027Jan 16 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627021

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 2 2027Jan 10 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627020

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Dec 27 2026Jan 4 2027 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627019

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Nov 25 2026Dec 3 2026 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627018

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Nov 19 2026Nov 27 2026 (9 DAYS)

» EMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

» DISEMBARKATION: King George Island, Antarctica

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

  • Day 1 – Arrive in Puerto Natales (Chile)
  • Day 2 – Fly from Puerto Natales to King George Island and Embark
  • Days 3 to 7 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 8 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 9 – Puerto Natales (Chile)

Contact Us

SHIP

National Geographic Orion

ADVENTURE OPTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 Solo – Main Deck

Category 1 – Main Deck

Category 6 – Bridge Deck

Category 5 – Bridge Deck

Category 4

Category 3 Solo – Bridge Deck

Category 3 – Upper Deck

Get a head start on your Antarctica experience by flying across the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales to King George Island.
Explore the wildest corners of the continent with a team of naturalists and experienced polar captains leading the way.
Marvel at an abundance of wildlife—from gentoo, Adélie and chinstrap penguins to leopard seals, several species of whales and more!

INCLUDES

  • Transfers upon arrival/departure for Guests booked on Recommended Group Flights
  • Accommodation aboard world-class expedition ship
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages aboard the ship
  • Gratuities
  • Basic Wi-Fi with the option to upgrade

EXCLUDES

  • Trip cancelation insurance or any other travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Flights: Travel to and from the embarkation and disembarkation location is not included. Some itineraries have a recommended group flight at an additional cost. This cost also includes ground transportation to and from the airport, luggage transfers, and airport assistance

LINS2627017