Drake Passage expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does Drake Passage cost?
Sailings to Drake Passage in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas and Puerto Williams. Voyages to Drake Passage in our inventory start from $8000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to Drake Passage?
Itineraries to Drake Passage start from 0 nights.
When do voyages to Drake Passage depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, October, November and December.
Which upcoming departures include Drake Passage?
Upcoming departures in our inventory: 3 November 2026 aboard Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 13 nights, from $24,000); 4 November 2026 aboard Ocean Albatros (Polar Latitudes, 9 nights, from $12,000); 5 November 2026 aboard SEAVENTURE (66° Expeditions, 10 nights, from $10,000); 6 November 2026 aboard World Voyager (Quark Expeditions, 10 nights, from $16,000); 8 November 2026 aboard Douglas Mawson (Aurora Expeditions, 19 nights, from $27,000); 9 November 2026 aboard Silver Cloud (Silversea, 14 nights, from $20,000); 9 November 2026 aboard M/v Sea Spirit (Poseidon Expeditions, 20 nights, from $14,000); 12 November 2026 aboard Le Boréal (Ponant, 18 nights, from $23,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How many itineraries to Antarctica include Drake Passage?
299 of the 926 departures to Antarctica currently on sale include Drake Passage, across 8 operators: Quark Expeditions, Ponant, Polar Latitudes, Aurora Expeditions, Poseidon Expeditions, Silversea, HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) and 66° Expeditions.
Which cruise lines sail to Drake Passage?
8 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Drake Passage: Quark Expeditions, Ponant, Polar Latitudes, Aurora Expeditions, Poseidon Expeditions, Silversea, HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) and 66° Expeditions.
How many departures to Drake Passage are on sale, and when do they leave?
299 scheduled departures to Drake Passage are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, October, November and December.
How long are itineraries to Drake Passage?
Itineraries to Drake Passage in our inventory range from 0 to 30 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for Drake Passage, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to Drake Passage in our inventory is 11 nights, and December has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in Drake Passage?
Ships sailing Drake Passage in our inventory include M/v Sea Spirit (Poseidon Expeditions, 114 guests), Douglas Mawson (Aurora Expeditions, 154 guests), Ocean Albatros (Polar Latitudes, 192 guests), Le Lyrial (Ponant, 264 guests) and Le Boréal (Ponant, 264 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to Drake Passage embark?
Departures to Drake Passage in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas and Puerto Williams.
Which places feature on itineraries to Drake Passage?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage crossing, Embarkation, South Georgia, Grave Cove, North Antarctic Peninsula, New Island and Marguerite Bay. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.
Are any Drake Passage departures discounted right now?
Yes: 177 of the Drake Passage departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 40%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for Drake Passage voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in Drake Passage, deposits are refundable in full until 121 to 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for Drake Passage compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Poseidon Expeditions from $8000, Polar Latitudes from $9000, HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) from $10000, 66° Expeditions from $10000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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