Antarctica has come back onto the radar recently, particularly as more considered and accessible ways of getting there have emerged.
We’re currently working with clients on an Antarctica fly cruise – a smarter approach that removes one of the biggest barriers for many travellers, the Drake Passage, while still delivering the full experience.
What’s changed:
- Fly directly into Antarctica via charter flight
- Avoid the Drake Passage crossing
- Smaller expedition-style ships
- Strong value through promotions and upgrades
- Flexible options depending on comfort and budget
Why the fly-cruise option is gaining attention
For many travellers, the idea of crossing the Drake Passage has been the biggest hesitation when considering Antarctica. While it’s part of the adventure for some, others are looking for a more comfortable and time-efficient option.
Fly-cruise itineraries allow you to skip the crossing entirely, flying from South America directly to King George Island before boarding your expedition ship. From there, you still experience the Antarctic Peninsula, wildlife encounters, and the scale of the landscape – just without the roughest part of the journey.
It’s a smarter, more accessible way to experience Antarctica, particularly for those who want the experience without the uncertainty.
Thinking about Antarctica?
If Antarctica has been sitting on your list, it’s worth revisiting now.
There are some strong offers in market at the moment, and a range of ways to approach the experience depending on how you like to travel.
Happy to talk through options and whether it’s the right fit.
Video Transcript
– Good day. It’s Adam, your friendly gay travel advisor here. Look, Antarctica has come back onto my radar in a big way this week. We’ve just been working on a booking for three clients traveling together on a SilverSea expedition cruise, and it’s a really good example of how to approach this kind of trip a little bit differently by sharing a suite, the three of them, they’ve actually made the experience a lot more accessible without compromising on the quality at all. And what’s really exciting about this itinerary is that they’ve got the option – We are looking to do a fly cruise. So they’ll fly from Puerto Vieta, Puerto Williams, sorry, down to King George Island, which makes it much easier to get into Antarctica. And then from there they’ll do Antarctica Sound, Peninsula, and then back via the South ShetLand Islands. So it’s a really nice way to do it. It cuts out a lot of the uncertainty about the Drake Passage, and there’s a really strong promotional opportunity in the market at the moment as well with $11,000 in savings, plus a complimentary suite upgrade, which we were able to secure for them. So if Antarctica is on your list, it’s definitely worth having a look now. So reach out, let’s have a chat.
