Renowned for delivering epic expeditions to Antarctica for over 20 years, the team at White Desert has more recently expanded into South America with White Desert’s Dr Jones – a bold new brand offering pioneering journeys from Peru to Patagonia. As with their polar offering, the philosophy remains the same: journeys led by experts, rooted in sustainability, and designed to transform – adventures of a lifetime that leave clients awestruck and enriched.

White Desert’s Dr Jones’ 12-day private expeditions are exclusively designed for just 12 guests, allowing them to discover South America like never before. Travelling aboard a retro-chic, DC-3 Dakota refitted with modern avionics, turboprop engines, and advanced safety features, the journey combines 1940s glamour with modern comforts.

This immersive adventure weaves together Peru’s vibrant street art and cloud-forest mystery — complete with lost sarcophagi and dramatic waterfall hikes in Chachapoyas — with the surreal landscapes of Paracas, where explorers trace the enigmatic Nazca Lines, dive for scallops, and cruise towering dunes. The journey continues across the Atacama’s salt flats to stargaze beneath silent skies and soak in volcanic hot springs, then onward to Chiloé’s volcanic isles before landing in the wilds of Patagonia, where glaciers, gaucho culture, and rugged mountains await.

All seamlessly connected by private aircraft, this expedition bypasses crowded hubs and offers direct flights to remote locales — no layovers, no queues, just uninterrupted wonder.

As one recent traveller put it:
“I have been on many adventures on every continent. Dr Jones is a significant cut above the rest. Buckle up – it will be one hell of a ride.“

• Each departure is limited to just 12 travellers, ensuring intimacy, personalised guidance, and the freedom to explore without crowds.
• Guests travel aboard a lovingly restored 1940s Dakota DC-3, retaining golden-age charm while upgraded with state-of-the-art safety and navigation systems.
• From Peru’s cloud forests and the lost sarcophagi to Chile’s Atacama salt flats and Patagonia’s vast wilderness, Dr. Jones connects places few will ever visit in a single journey.
• With seamless logistics, minimal layovers, and curated experiences throughout, guests travel in comfort while White Desert handles every detail.