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9-night South America cruise: Ushuaia, Argentina to Puerto Natales on National Geographic Explorer

The Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage is a 9-night South America cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer, operated by Lindblad Expeditions. Departing Ushuaia, Argentina on February 22, 2028 and arriving in Puerto Natales on March 2, 2028, the voyage visits 3 ports including King George Island, South Shetland Islands. Fares start from $26,310 per person.

Length
9 nights
Departs
Feb 22, 2028
Returns
Mar 2, 2028
Ports of call
3
Days at sea
2

Voyage code EX72809

Ushuaia, Argentina

9 nights · South America

from $26,310 pp

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Why this route stands out

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Ushuaia, Argentina

One of the places included in this itinerary.

Puerto Natales

One of the places included in this itinerary.

Price tracking

Today’s fare, in context

Price history

30 days
Fare details

Fare details

Per person
Current fares
Oceanview
$26,310
Suite
$37,440
Tracked range
Jul 16 – Oct 15
Price history by cabin type
CabinLast recordedLowestHighest
Oceanview $26,310 · Oct 14 $21,630 on Jul 16 $26,310 on Sep 23
Suite $37,440 · Oct 14 $37,440 on Sep 23 $50,800 on Aug 13
Cabin grades
9 total
Cabin - Main DeckOceanview · 01
Cabin - Main DeckOceanview · 02
Cabin - Main DeckOceanview · 03
Cabin - Upper & Veranda DecksOceanview · 04
Cabin - Upper DeckOceanview · 05
Solo CabinOceanview · SA
Solo CabinOceanview · SB
Suite - Verandah DeckSuite · 06
Suite - Verandah DeckSuite · 07

○ = last seen (sold out or delisted).

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Current prices

Per person · 2 guests

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Inside

No recorded fare

Oceanview

from $26,310

$2,923 / night

Fare rows

Solo Cabin

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $26,310

$2,923 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: SA

Rate conditions not supplied. Confirm the rate and its terms before booking.

Cabin - Main Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $28,000

$3,111 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 01

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Solo Cabin

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $28,910

$3,212 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: SB

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Cabin - Main Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $29,820

$3,313 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 02

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Cabin - Main Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $31,220

$3,468 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 03

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Cabin - Upper & Veranda Decks

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $32,680

$3,631 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 04

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Cabin - Upper Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $34,220

$3,802 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 05

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Balcony

No recorded fare

Suite

from $37,440

$4,160 / night

Fare rows

Suite - Verandah Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $37,440

$4,160 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 06

Rate conditions not supplied. Confirm the rate and its terms before booking.

Suite - Verandah Deck

Cabin grade

Recorded as available

from $40,980

$4,553 / night

per person

Observed 14 Oct 2026, 22:36 UTC

Rate details

Rate name not supplied

Rate code: 07

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The journey

9 nights, in order

Ushuaia, Argentina

Day 1 Feb 22, 2028

Ushuaia, Argentina

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10 scheduled calls
National Geographic Explorer

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National Geographic Explorer

National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship, and the newest addition to the Lindblad fleet. It is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. An Undersea Specialist operates a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world.

3★ 148 Passengers Built 2008
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