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Flying vs Sailing the Drake Passage!! Antarctica Cruises, Drake Passage, Polar Expedition, Fly the

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Would you rather fly over the Drake Passage or sail through it?

The Drake Passage is a 600mile stretch between Ushua, Argentina, and the Antarctic Peninsula.

When you sail it, it takes about 2 days each way.

Fly the Drake itineraries take about 2 hours from Pontaas, Chile, landing right on King George Island, saving 4 days of sailing time.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Choose flying if you're short on time or prone to motion sickness.
โœ“Sail the Drake Passage for more time at sea, lectures, and wildlife viewing.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Motion sickness from rough seas โ€” Consider flying to skip the waves if sickness is a dealbreaker.

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould I fly or sail across the Drake Passage to Antarctica?
QWhat are the differences between flying and sailing the Drake Passage?

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King George Island
Punta Arenas
Ushuaia
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