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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Ship: World Explorer   
Departure: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Nights: 10 nights
Departs: Ushuaia
Returns: Punta Arenas
Prices are Avg twin share per person in AUD, include all taxes and are subject to change.
Oceanview Suite 
$26,346
$2634/day
Veranda Suite 
$26,346
$2634/day
Superior Suite 
$34,166
$3416/day
Owner's Suite 
$39,436
$3943/day
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One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
10
Nights
Days at Sea
8
Sea Days
Ports
2
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries

  • Itinerary

    Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Ushuaia, Argentina Embark 4:00 PM
    View of Ushuaia, Argentina

    Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, is located on the Beagle Channel, where soaring mountains, ice-blue glaciers, and an historic lighthouse create an ideal backdrop. The capital of the Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego, it was first settled by British missionaries. During the first half of the 20th C the major building of the city was a prison, built by the Argentinian government for repeat offenders and serious criminals, as the subpolar oceanic climate made escape difficult. Read more about Ushuaia, Argentina
    2 Thursday, December 4, 2025 At Sea - Embarkation Day
    3 Friday, December 5, 2025 At Sea - Crossing The Drake Passage
    4 Saturday, December 6, 2025 At Sea - Crossing The Drake Passage
    5 Sunday, December 7, 2025 At Sea - Antarctic Peninsula And South Shetland Islands
    6 Monday, December 8, 2025 At Sea - Antarctic Peninsula And South Shetland Islands
    7 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 At Sea - Antarctic Peninsula And South Shetland Islands
    8 Wednesday, December 10, 2025 At Sea - Antarctic Peninsula And South Shetland Islands
    9 Thursday, December 11, 2025 At Sea - Disembarkation And Fly To Punta Arenas
    10 Friday, December 12, 2025 Punta Arenas, Chile 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Punta Arenas, Chile

    Punta Arenas, overlooking the Strait of Magellan in southern Patagonia, Chile, bustles with windswept trekkers en route to glacier-filled Torres del Paine National Park or an Antarctic cruise. Before leaving, be sure to take note of the mansion-lined main square, Plaza Muñoz Gamero where local vendors sell homemade crafts, the City Cemetery with its elaborate tombs, the Sara Braun Palace, and Braun Menendez Residence that presents great insight of the city's wealthy pioneer past. The city is also home to the former British Navy base and early Spanish colony of Puerto Hambre, and a popular ski centre that overlooks the Strait of Magellan. Read more about Punta Arenas, Chile

  • Ship

    World Explorer Overview

    World Explorer

    Quark is deeply committed to promoting environmentally responsible tourism and strives to safeguard the regions they visit, ensuring the preservation of polar wilderness for future generations. The World Explorer is equipped with two cutting-edge Rolls Royce hybrid-electric engines, effectively minimizing its environmental footprint in the Polar regions. In addition to these hybrid-electric engines, the ship incorporates a state-of-the-art Micro Auto Gasification System. This pioneering system efficiently converts waste into energy, eliminating the environmental repercussions of waste transportation. This innovative sustainability feature not only meets but exceeds all industry standards, underlining Quark's dedication to eco-conscious practices.

  • Cabins

    World Explorer Cabins

    Owner's Suite

    Owner's Suite
    Owner's Suite on the World Explorer Owner's Suite on the World Explorer

    Cabin Types

    OWN

    Located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 355 sq. ft. (33 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art infotainment system, and a private bathroom with shower, his and hers sinks, and bathtub is also featured in each cabin.

    Superior Suite

    Superior Suite
    Superior Suite on the World Explorer Superior Suite on the World Explorer

    Cabin Types

    SUP, DLX

    Located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 278 sq. ft. (26 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 110 sq. ft. (10 sq. m) walk-out balcony with access from the sitting room and bedroom. A separate sitting area with a sofa, walk-in closet, refrigerator, TV, state of the art system, and a private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin.

    Veranda Suite

    Veranda Suite
    Veranda Suite on the World Explorer Veranda Suite on the World Explorer

    Cabin Types

    VER, TPL

    Located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 215 sq. ft. (20 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a 55 sq. ft. (5 sq. m) walk-out balcony. A sitting area with a sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art system, and a private bathroom with shower is also featured in each cabin.

    Oceanview Suite

    Oceanview Suite
    Oceanview Suite on the World Explorer Oceanview Suite on the World Explorer

    Cabin Types

    INF

    Located on Decks 5 and 6, and approximately 270 sq. ft. (25 sq. m) in size, these cabins have one double or two single beds, and a floor-to-ceiling glass French balcony. A sitting area with a sofa, refrigerator, TV, state of the art infotainment system, and a private bathroom with a shower is also featured in each cabin.

  • Deck Plans

    World Explorer Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for World Explorer

    Quark Expeditions Experience

    Quark Expeditions Experience

    Explore the Polar regions with Quark Expeditions and receive:

    • All meals, snacks, soft drinks, juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate
    • Select beer, wines, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
    • An official Quark parka to take home
    • Zodiac cruising and hiking with expert guides & polar plunge experience
    • Daily presentations with polar experts
    • Waterproof expedition boots for use during your voyage
    • Wi-Fi for one device & expedition photograph journal

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard World Explorer for this sailing

Oceanview Suite at the World Explorer

Oceanview Suite

From $26346
Veranda Suite at the World Explorer

Veranda Suite

From $26346
Superior Suite at the World Explorer

Superior Suite

From $34166
Owner's Suite at the World Explorer

Owner's Suite

From $39436

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  • Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

    Cruiseline: Quark Expeditions Ship: World Explorer Departure: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Nights: 10 nights Departs: Ushuaia Returns: Punta Arenas

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