The Fast Track to the Final Continent: Silversea’s Elevated Antarctic Experience
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Antarctica has long captivated the imaginations of intrepid travelers, a place where nature reigns in its rawest form. Yet for many, the lengthy and often turbulent journey across the Drake Passage made the dream feel out of reach. Now, Silversea’s Antarctica Bridge program has rewritten the rules of polar travel, offering an elegant, time-saving alternative that bypasses the waves and brings you straight into the wild.
For travelers short on time but big on curiosity, this is the new frontier of exploration - efficient, immersive, and entirely unforgettable. Antarctica remains one of the most elusive and enchanting destinations on the planet, and with Silversea’s Fly-Cruise program, getting there no longer requires compromise.
Ready to fly to the bottom of the world? Your Huffman Travel advisor is here to make it happen, with every detail perfectly in place.
Why Fly?
Traditionally, Antarctic expeditions began with a two-day sea crossing from South America - an experience that, while storied, could be rough and weather-dependent. Silversea now offers a private charter flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island, transforming a multi-day voyage into a seamless hop. Within hours, guests are boarding their luxury expedition ship, already immersed in the icy drama of the South Shetland Islands.
Expedition, Elevated
Once aboard Silver Endeavour, Silversea’s most advanced expedition vessel, guests are welcomed into a world where bold exploration meets impeccable comfort. Designed to navigate polar environments in style, the ship offers all-suite accommodations, world-class dining, butler service, and an expert-led enrichment program that brings Antarctica’s geology, wildlife, and history vividly to life.
This isn’t just about crossing a continent off your list - it’s about connecting to a place few have seen, while enjoying the level of service that defines Huffman Travel’s preferred partners.
Coming January 2026: Punta Arenas, Perfected
Silversea’s investment in seamless luxury continues on land with the January 2026 opening of a purpose-built hotel in Punta Arenas. Designed exclusively for Fly-Cruise guests, this new property will offer refined accommodations, a private check-in experience, and curated transitions to the charter flight, ensuring every stage of the journey feels cohesive and elevated.
Whether it’s your first step on the ice or your next great adventure, Silversea’s Fly-Cruise program makes Antarctica more accessible than ever, without sacrificing a single moment of wonder.