Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Feb 18 2026Feb 26 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

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Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 26 2026Feb 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

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Adelie penguins diving

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Jan 2 2026Jan 10 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

Weddell Sea

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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Adelie penguins diving

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Dec 20 2025Dec 28 2025 (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

Weddell Sea

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

LINS2526039

Perito Moreno Glacier ice

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Dec 14 2025Dec 22 2025 (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 diving

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

LINS2526038

Adelie penguins, Antarctica

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Nov 28 2025Dec 6 2025 (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 diving

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

LINS2526037

Adelie penguins

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Nov 22 2025Nov 30 2025 (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 diving

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

LINS2526036

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Nov 16 2025Nov 24 2025 (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

gentoo penguins

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

LINS2526035

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Feb 14 2027Feb 21 2027 (8 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 6 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 7 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 8 – 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

gentoo penguins

Fly across the Drake Passage to King George Island, landing at the Chilean research station which permanently operates there.
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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Gentoo penguin, Antarctica

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

Puerto Natales to Antarctica. Fly the Drake

» Antarctica

» Feb 9 2027Feb 16 2027 (8 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 6 – Exploring Antarctica
  • Day 7 –  Disembark. Fly from King George Island to Puerto Natales
  • Day 8 – 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

Perito Moreno Glacier ice

Fly across the Drake Passage to King George Island, landing at the Chilean research station which permanently operates there.
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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