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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
$16,700
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • See Commerson’s Dolphins
  • Visit whaling and sealing station
Starts / Ends:
Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board MV Hondius on a23-day sailing adventure andexplore Antarctica, passing from the Falkland Island to Polar Circle. Experience some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth and enjoy close encounters with Gentoo and Adélie penguins, brown skuas, leopard seals, along with humpback and …
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Icy waters of Antarctica
$14,699
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Shackleton's Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Expedition

Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Discover Shackleton's story
  • Admire Antarctica's wilderness
  • Immerse in Zodiac excursions
  • Learn about the region
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
A 21-day expedition across the Drake Passage's depths to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands awaits. Discover how remarkable Shackleton's expedition was and immerse in interactions with wildlife along the way. A team of polar specialists guides Zodiac excursions …
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
$25,999
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Antarctic Adventurer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
  • Discover Beak Island and more
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • See Deception Island's
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail on this 15-day Antarctic Holiday Discovery exploration cruise from Ushuaia and back aboard World Voyager. As travelers cross the famous Drake Passage, keep an eye out for hourglass dolphins. Then, explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula with daily landings and …
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King Penguins at Fortuna Bay, South Georgia
$31,999
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Grand Antarctica & Beyond

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Discover Antarctica
  • Visit King George Island
  • Enjoy South Georgia
  • Explore Ushuaia
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise to and from Ushuaia aboard the World Voyager. Explore the diverse wonders of Antarctica, venturing beyond the Peninsula to discover South Georgia, the South Sandwich Islands, the South Shetlands, the Falklands, and the South Orkney Islands. Experience the …
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
$11,295
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The Antarctic Peninsula and Extreme Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 12-day Antarctic Peninsula and Extreme Weddell Sea cruise aboard Ocean Victory roundtrip Ushuaia. Begin by exploring Patagonia or Tierra del Fuego, immersing yourself in the region's rugged beauty. Upon boarding, traverse the Beagle Channel and brave the legendary Drake Passage, where …
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Penguins overlooking the bay
$11,099
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Journey to the Antarctic Circle

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Follow the wake of Captain Cook
  • Cross the Learn whale research tech
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
  • Enjoy unique onshore landings
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 14-day cruise in the footsteps of Captain Cook as travelers venture into the Antarctic Circle, a region renowned for its perpetual sunlight and majestic ice formations. Aboard the Ocean Endeavour, bid farewell to Ushuaia, and set course for the icy landscapes of the Antarctic Continent. …
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Spreading its wings to take flight.
$19,999
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Antarctic New Year

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Encounter humpback whales
  • Visit iconic sites like Beak Island
  • Discover the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctica
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise in Ushuaia, where the Andes meet the Beagle Channel. Board the World Navigator and sail for Antarctica, crossing the challenging Drake Passage. As you brave the waters, witness the awe-inspiring power of nature and encounter humpback whales and hourglass dolphins. …
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Zodiac excursion in Antarctica
$8,445
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Adventures in Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Attend Antarctic presentations
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Enjoy daily off-ship excursions
  • Experience encounters with penguins
  • Stop at scientific bases
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Charting a course through the Drake Passage and along the Antarctic Peninsula, this 12-day voyage aboard MS Seaventure offers incredible opportunities to explore the striking shores of the last wild place on earth. Your cruise begins in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Visit some of the …
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Looking across the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia
$23,999
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

15 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Witness diverse wildlife
  • Crossing the Antarctic Circle
  • Experience classic elegance
  • Discover icebergs in Antarctica
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Circle on World Traveller.Traverse the legendary Drake Passage, a rite of passage for any Antarctic explorer, where you'll witness diverse wildlife, including majestic whales and graceful albatrosses, against breathtaking ocean views. …
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Air transportation
$5,995
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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Visit the legendary Cape Horn
  • Attend presentations and lectures
  • Sail through ice-filled bays
  • Explore Antarctic bases & stations
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
For those short on time this Antarctic Express Air Cruise optimizes your experience so you can see it all! Embark on the Magellan Explorerin Ushuaia and set sail for Cape Horn. Depending on the weather, be one of the few to step foot on this rarely-visited island! Begin by crossing the Drake …
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