King George Island To King George Island on the Silver Wind

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    Duration

    6 DAYS
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    Class of ship

    Large Expedition Ship
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    Sustainability

    Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Food Waste Management, Fuel-Saving Boilers
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    Passenger Berths

    274
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    Ice Class

    1C Rating
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Duration
6 DAYS
/media/s4zhaf0m/ship-icon.png
Class of ship
Large Expedition Ship
/media/2flfscuh/leaf-icon.png
Sustainability
Advanced Wastewater Treatment, Food Waste Management, Fuel-Saving Boilers
/media/uz3memek/bed-icon.png
Passenger Berths
274
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Ice Class
1C Rating

Expedition overview and highlights

  • Fly over the Drake Passage, skipping the rough seas and arriving directly on King George Island to begin your Antarctic adventure with ease
  • Sail through the Antarctic Sound, a dramatic gateway lined with towering tabular icebergs calved from the Larsen Ice Shelf
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, where glaciers tumble into icy bays and snow-covered peaks rise above wildlife-rich shorelines
  • Encounter iconic Antarctic wildlife, including gentoo penguins, seals, and whales, with expert guides leading Zodiac cruises and landings

Fly over the Drake Passage and step straight into the heart of Antarctica on this unforgettable 6-day expedition, beginning and ending at King George Island. Aboard the intimate and luxurious Silver Wind, explore the iceberg-filled waters of the Antarctic Sound, the towering landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, and the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands. This journey offers an immersive encounter with Antarctica’s majestic scenery and remarkable wildlife, paired with exceptional comfort and expert-led exploration throughout.

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