Atlas Ocean Voyages has added six departures to its fly-cruise Antarctica expeditions in 2027-28.
The cruise line’s 2027-28 season has been expanded with departures across two styles, the Drake Express Expedition and the Drake Fly & Sail Expedition.
The company said in a press release that its Fly the Drake Expeditions mean more time exploring Antarctica for travelers as less time is spent crossing the Drake Passage.
Thanks to this, the trip between Punta Arenas and King George Island is reduced from two days by sea to two hours by plane.
“When most people think about Antarctica, they envision penguins, whales, glaciers, and the thrill of stepping foot on the White Continent. The Drake Passage is a rite of passage for many travelers, offering an unforgettable journey between two worlds,” said James A. Rodriguez, president and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
“However, for those with more limited vacation time, our Fly the Drake expeditions provide the luxury of maximizing your experience with options like our Drake Express or Drake Fly and Sail, allowing you to reach your Antarctic adventure faster while still enjoying the comfort of our purpose-built yachts and traveling with a small community of curious, like-minded explorers.”
The Drake Express Expedition bypasses the Drake Passage and features a seven-night round-trip voyage from King George Island with private charter flights between Punta Arenas, Chile, and Antarctica.
Four new Drake Express departures are available:
- November 28, 2027
- December 5, 2027
- February 12, 2028
- February 19, 2028
The Drake Fly & Sail Expedition offers travelers the opportunity to experience the Drake Passage by sea before returning by private charter flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
Two new Drake Fly & Sail departures are available:
- November 19, 2027
- February 3, 2028
Before embarking, guests get a complimentary Atlas Immersion in Punta Arenas, featuring an evening of Patagonian cuisine, regional wines, Chilean folklore and local history at Magellan’s Strait Park and Fort Bulnes.
The company added that limited space remains aboard select December 2026 Drake Express departures on December 7 and December 14, 2026.
