HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore
Antarctica with the best expedition team in the industry.
- Be
one of the few travelers to venture to 66°33'S
- Witness
abundant Antarctic wildlife, including penguins, seals and whales
- Experience
western Antarctic Peninsula highlights and visit iconic landing sites
- Enjoy
presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology and geology by our
onboard polar experts
SCIENCE
& DISCOVERY
- In
addition to daily presentations by polar experts, this itinerary also
features hands-on educational opportunities as part of our new Science
& Discovery program.
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
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| Start Date | End Date | Infinity Suite | Veranda Suite | Superior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Owner's Suite |
|---|
| Jan 14, 2027 | Jan 27, 2027 | 20,795 | 21,895 | 28,495 | 30,695 | 32,895 |
Rates are listed per person in USD. Promotional offers are not reflected in the rates below.
|
| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Infinity Suite | (Mid-range)
Superior Suite | (High-end)
Owner's Suite |
|---|
| Jan 14, 2027 | Jan 27, 2027 | 20,795 | 28,495 | 32,895 |
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Upon
arriving in this cosmopolitan city, known for its architecture and rich
European heritage, you will independently transfer to your group hotel
(pre-expedition hotel night included in mandatory transfer package).
Day
2: Fly to Ushuaia and Embark
After
an early breakfast at the hotel, the group will transfer to the airport
and board our private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina.
Upon
arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to a central downtown
location for free time on your own to explore this quaint port town
before making your way to the pier.
As
the ship sets sail in the late afternoon, you will begin your Antarctic
journey, passing through the historic Beagle Channel. Named after the
famed ship on which Charles Darwin voyaged, the channel presents great
photo opportunities of landscapes and seabirds. Eventually the channel
opens up to the Southern Ocean, and onwards to Antarctica.
Day
3 & 4: Crossing the Drake Passage
Your
days at sea are filled with presentations led by your Expedition Team
on photography, wildlife, glaciology, and history. You can also spend
time on deck looking for wildlife, or chatting with your shipmates over
a drink at the bar.
Day
5 to 7: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
The
most common reaction upon reaching the Antarctic Peninsula is a sense
of reverence and awe. The experience is beyond words, since few places
are as untouched and enduring as Antarctica. You will begin to
appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of
explorers and travelers alike. Every visit to Antarctica, we witness
something new or unexpected, which means that your expedition will be
unlike any other—creating a unique, personal experience. Each
day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local
bays, channels and landing sites. With wildlife always at the forefront
of our minds, you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and
minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species,
including the elusive leopard seal. Your Expedition Team will take care
of you at each landing, whether you are exploring the Antarctic
terrain, visiting a research station or consorting with penguin
colonies. Chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins are found
here, along with five different species of seals. Zodiac cruising can
offer opportunities to view some of the larger local marine mammals
more intimately, such as Antarctic minke and humpback whales. Your days
will be busy spotting wildlife and being mesmerized by the astounding
beauty of Antarctica. Listening to the crackling and crumbling of
icebergs and glaciers and watching penguins waddling on the beach will
become your daily entertainment, while heli flightseeing, sea kayaking
or paddle excursions are optional activities available on select
voyages (at an extra cost).
Day
8 & 9: Antarctic Circle
Crossing
the Antarctic Circle is both a memorable experience and impressive
achievement, as few travelers reach so far south. If conditions allow
us to cross this famed latitude of 66°33 ? S, we’ll
toast the first explorers who ventured here, and you can raise a glass
and take pride in knowing you’ve made it to a part of the
world visited by very few people. This is raw Antarctica, home of the
midnight sun, Weddell seals, and your best chances of encountering sea
ice—the very foundations of the Antarctic marine ecosystem.
Day
10 & 11: Northbound Along the Peninsula
By
now, your knowledge of Adélie, chinstrap and gentoo penguins
will be matched by your ability to differentiate between a leopard,
crabeater and Weddell seal. Terms like ‘bergy bits’
and ‘pancake ice’ will become part of your
vocabulary, yet there are still many tales to be told. As you head
north, Zodiac excursions will fill your days, and your Expedition Team
will continue looking out for species of seabirds, seals and whales
that may have eluded you on your journey south.
Day
12 & 13: Crossing the Drake Passage
As
you recross the Drake, Antarctica fades away, leaving you with a
collection of memories to last a lifetime. Excited conversations with
your newfound friends will make the crossing fly by, regardless of
weather and sea conditions. Your Expedition Team will round up its
series of presentations as well, with a slideshow of the adventures
you’ve shared and wildlife you’ve witnessed over
the course of your voyage. Be sure to take some time to reflect on
everything you’ve experienced so far.
Day
14: Disembark in Ushuaia and Fly to Buenos Aires
You
will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast.
You will then make your way towards your included group charter flight
to Buenos Aires.
World
Voyager
World Voyager QEX (Luxury Expedition, 198-guests)
Experience extraordinary Antarctica to the fullest and in the shortest amount of time aboard our newest yacht, World Voyager. Our NEW Drake Express option lets you fly straight into King George Island off the coast of Antarctica and over the Drake Passage both ways to maximize your boots on the ground exploration time. Or spend more time exploring the Antarctica Peninsula by flying over the Drake Passage one way and still lay claim to the iconic experience of sailing the other direction with our NEW Drake Fly & Sail options.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Specialist
Expedition Leaders
Our
team is comprised of the most professional and passionate Expedition
Leaders in the world, who bring a wide range of experience and
expertise to every adventure.
Immersive
Off-ship Activities
Itineraries
are packed with adventure options designed to immerses travelers in the
polar wilderness, enabling them to connect with the natural wonders of
their surroundings.
On-Ship
Experiences & Facilities
Designed
for comfort and adventure, each ship accommodates no more than 200
guests. Facilities include comfortable cabins, exceptional dining
options, wellness treatments, and breathtaking panoramic views of the
polar landscape.
Food
& Beverages
Premium
dining, with a wide selection of options that accommodate a variety of
dietary preferences.
Quark
Expedition Perks
Complementary
Wi-Fi, alcohol on all voyages, and the Official Quark Expeditions parka
to take home.
Transfers
Select
voyages include essential transportation and accommodation arrangements
for guests, ensuring seamless travel to and from the expedition
starting point.
World
Voyager guests will receive a free 1GB data card for limited Wi-Fi
access. (Additional data can be purchased on the ship.)
Not Included
International airfare & visa expenses, travel insurance,
mandatory expedition gear, on-ship expenses, adventure options and trip
extensions are not included.
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Zodiac
Cruising
- Hiking
- Science
& Discovery
- Photography
- Polar
Plunge
- Presentations
