Antarctica in a Day – Antartica Flights

What to Expect

You are en-route to the icy expanse of Antarctica – without a jacket. But aboard your privately chartered Qantas 747, the standard rules of travel go out the window. The atmosphere on board is electric, you are all present for the same reason – to fulfill that bucket list dream of exploring an uncharted continent, without getting your feet wet. And with up to four hours over the ice and the remaining hours to enjoy the bespoke service – including premium drinks, delicious meals and talks from Antarctic expeditions – it is an experience like no other. Australia is the only country from which you can take a sightseeing flight over the frozen south. Every departure is different – no two flights are the same.

The flight provides a full day of Antarctic experience. Your flight from Australia ranges between 9,500 – 10,500kms round trip (approximately 12.5 hours) depending on your departure city. Expert Antarctic Expeditioners are onboard to discuss the polar environment and its history while video screenings depict life on the ground. Approximately three hours south of Australia, passengers will usually see the first scattered ice
followed by dozens of icebergs and ice floes. We then cross the South Magnetic Pole where you will start to view the rugged, mountainous topography of the Antarctic mainland.

This flight will be unlike any other flight you have ever been on and nothing can prepare you for the amazing sights you will see. Ensure that your camera batteries are charged and your memory cards are empty as it is not unusual for our guests to take over 1,000 photos and lots of video during our flights.

Flights Include

• Antarctic Viewing – The ultimate bird’s eye view over the continent with up to 4 hours viewing that you will never forget.
• Antarctic Expeditioners – Meet genuine Antarctic explorers on board and live correspondences to research stations on the ice.
• Explorer Kit – Take home your own explorer kit with all the maps and statistics you need to become an Antarctic Expert.
• Full Bar Service – Toast your discovery and the breathtaking sights with champagne, wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks.
• Onboard Entertainment System – Watch Happy Feet or Antarctica documentaries on the state of the art entertainment system.
• Meal Service – Two full Qantas meals plus in-flight snacks to keep you fuelled.
• No Passport Required – With return trips from Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney.