Women's Only Expeditions
These expeditions are crafted for adventurous women who share a passion for exploration and a desire to connect with like-minded travellers. Aboard our intimate small ships, with no more than 130 expeditioners, you’ll find a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that makes it easy to forge friendships and create lasting bonds. These special journeys, hosted on the Sylvia Earle, will be led by an all-women Expedition Leadership Team and enriched by an inspiring lineup of lecturers, special guests and speakers.
Join a community of remarkable women, each bringing their own unique spirit to these unforgettable voyages of discovery and connection.
Reserve your expedition today and receive US$100 per person of onboard credit when you quote the code TORONTO24.
Antarctica: Fly the Drake
Departing 23 February 2027 | 10 Days | Punta Arenas, Chile: Return
Itinerary
Highlights
- Embark on an Antarctic adventure with like-minded women, sailing on our small-ship expedition vessel, the Sylvia Earle.
- Observe the wildlife of Antarctica, with penguin chicks developing their adult plumage, leopard seals and orcas patrolling the waters, and whales preparing for migration
- Enjoy a range of excursion options for all levels and interests, from leisurely walks to strenuous hikes, Zodiac cruises and additional water-based activities, such as kayaking.
- Soar over the Drake Passage, with our charter flights between Chile and Antarctica.
- Celebrate women in conservation on board our Sylvia Earle expedition ship, with fellow female travellers.
Arrive in Punta Arenas and transfer to your hotel.
Fly Punta Arenas to King George Island. Embark at King Georgie Island.
Immerse yourself in the unforgettable landscapes of the white continent. In this great wilderness, nature sets our pace. Changing weather and ice conditions make every trip truly unique. Cruise by spectacular ice cliffs and observe seals on the ice, whales in their southern feeding grounds and visit bustling penguin rookeries. Discover historical sites and other intriguing relics scattered across the Antarctic Peninsula.
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
During the early morning, we cruise up the Beagle Channel, before quietly slipping into dock in Ushuaia, where we will be free to disembark around 8.00 am. Farewell your expedition team and fellow passengers as we all continue our onward journeys, hopefully with a newfound sense of the immense power of nature.
Upon disembarkation, for those continuing their travels in the region, transportation to the hotel will be arranged exclusively for guests who have booked their accommodations through Aurora or for those staying in downtown areas near the port. Expeditioners departing on flights prior to 12:30 pm will be directly transferred to Ushuaia Airport, those with flights after 12:30 pm will have the opportunity to explore Ushuaia before an afternoon airport transfer, and the transfer procedures and details will be communicated onboard before disembarkation.
Note: At the conclusion of the voyage, we do not recommend booking flights departing Ushuaia prior to 12.00 pm on the day of disembarkation in case there are delays.
Note: In the spirit of expedition travel, we encourage exploration and adventure offering flexibility in challenging environments. This itinerary is only a guide and is subject to change due to weather, sea, pack-ice and other conditions beyond our control.
*View Terms & Conditions.
- All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
- One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Punta Arenas on Day 1.
- Charter flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island.
- Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.
- Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.
- Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
- All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
- Educational lectures and guiding services provided by Expedition Team.
- Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
- One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
- Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
- Comprehensive pre-departure information.
- Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
- Wi-Fi*.
- International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
- Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
- Airport arrival or departure taxes.
- Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
- Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
- Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
- Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
- All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
Note: A $15 USD per person per day gratuity for the crew is automatically added to your onboard account. It is at your discretion if you would like to remove the tip (or adjust the amount) when you settle your bill. It is not necessary to tip the expedition team members. This gratuity amount is included for suites as part of their ‘Suite Benefits’.
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