Clients who want Antarctica without committing to two rounds of the Drake Passage will have twice as many chances in Atlas Ocean Voyages’ newly released 2028-29 season. The line is running four Drake Fly & Sail departures, up from two the season before. These nine-night trips cross the Drake by ship in one direction and by private charter flight in the other.
The schedule covers 25 expeditions between October 2028 and March 2029, and advisors have a pricing deadline to work with. Bookings made by Dec. 31, 2026, lock in current published fares before new rates take effect Jan. 1, 2027. A launch offer adds bonus savings of up to 10%, plus a choice of perks: air savings of up to $2,000 per suite, a one-night hotel package, or upgraded unlimited Wi-Fi.
For travelers who would rather skip the crossing entirely, two seven-night Drake Express sailings fly both ways and leave six full days on the Antarctic Peninsula. Traditionalists can sail the passage roundtrip on the nine-night Antarctic Discovery itineraries.
Longer options push farther afield. Two 12-night voyages cross the Antarctic Circle, with seven expedition days. An 18-night Grand Antarctica sailing departing Jan. 7, 2029, links the peninsula with South Georgia’s king penguin colonies and the Falkland Islands.
“Our 2028/29 season offers guests more ways to experience this transformative destination, while preserving what defines an Atlas Polar Expedition: intimate exploration, expert-led discovery and highly personalized service aboard our yachts,” said James A. Rodriguez, president and CEO of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
Each expedition carries a team of up to 17 specialists and includes a pre-voyage hotel night, charter air where the itinerary requires it, shore landings, Zodiac outings, and expedition gear. Sea kayaking and overnight camping on the ice are offered on select sailings, and certain departures fall over Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day.
One date is aimed at history buffs. The Antarctic Discovery voyage leaving Nov. 16, 2028, sails 100 years to the day after Sir Hubert Wilkins and Carl Ben Eielson took off from Deception Island on a pioneering powered flight over the continent.
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