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Sunrise in the Galapagos
$6,150
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Diving Cruise

Baltra-Santa Cruz - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver
  • Explore the famous El Derrumbe
  • Discover the La Banana dive site
  • Dive among sharks and Hammerheads
  • See the impressive Darwin's pillars
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Santa Cruz
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience world-class Galapagos diving surrounded by sharks, whales, red-lipped batfish, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and more on this 8-day diving cruise. Galaxy Diver takes you to the most stunning dive sites in the Galapagos Islands with a team of expert guides and cutting-edge …
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Green sea turtle swimming
$6,765
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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II
  • Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
  • Explore La Banana dive site
  • Discover Shark Bay
  • Witness dolphins, sharks and more
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Santa Cruz
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day Galapagos Diving cruise aboard the Galaxy Diver II. Start with a safety drill and check dive, immersing yourself in the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. Dive into crystal-clear waters at Punta Carrion, encountering hammerhead and whale sharks. Explore La Banana, La Ventana …
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Observing a penguin colony during an Antarctic cruise
$6,999
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Patagonia Glaciers & Wildlife

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Montevideo's streets
  • Discover Port Stanley's and penguin
  • Navigate Glacier Alley
  • Witness Garibaldi Glacier ice shelf
Starts / Ends:
Montevideo / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator, through the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska. Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of glaciers as you navigate icy waters, surrounded by towering mountains and pristine wilderness. Encounter diverse wildlife, from majestic whales to playful otters, in …
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Whale watching on Peninsula Valdes
$456
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Peninsula Valdes Self-Drive

4 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Land, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Encounter unique Welsh heritage and observe the diverse wildlife found in the Peninsula Valdes Wildlife Reserve with the flexibility of your own schedule. See elephant seals, Magellanic penguins, fox, guanaco and numerous birds during your stay. In the right season, you may add in whale watching or …
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King penguins on South Georgia
$25,971
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South Georgia and the Falklands

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Visit a king penguin colony
  • Observe incredible wildlife
  • Hike in the footsteps of explorers
  • Explore in a zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Santiago
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Steeped in Shackleton and whaling lore, covered mostly in glaciers, South Georgia explodes with life: king, Gentoo, and macaroni penguins, enormous elephant seals, and a thriving fur seal population. In South Georgia, you can observe one of the world’s great wildlife spectacles: tens of …
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A colony of king penguins on South Georgia
$23,090
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South Georgia and the Falklands

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Visit a king penguin colony
  • Observe incredible wildlife
  • Hike in Shackleton's footsteps
  • Explore in a zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Steeped in Shackleton's history and whaling lore, covered mostly in glaciers, South Georgia explodes with life: king, Gentoo, and macaroni penguins, enormous elephant seals, and a thriving fur seal population. In South Georgia, you can observe one of the world’s greatest wildlife …
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Stunning reflections in the Lemaire channel
$14,145
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In-Depth Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Northbound)

23 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Watch for whales and other wildlife
  • Admire the Chilean fjords
  • Experience Torres del Paine
  • See Cape Horn
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Valparaiso
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy a late Antarctic summer expedition cruise and take in the natural splendor of Chile's fjords. Expect eight days of stunning sunsets on the icescapes. This is also the best time to see whales because they are feeding on krill. Observe baby penguins changing into adult plumage. The …
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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
$12,495
15% Off
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Southern Ocean Odyssey

Montevideo -Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Encounter diverse wildlife
  • Discover the South Shetland Islands
Starts / Ends:
Montevideo / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this unforgettable 15-day Southern Ocean Odyssey cruise from Montevideo to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Montevideo, nestled at the mouth of the Rio de la Plata. Cross the infamous Drake Passage southbound, braving its challenging conditions while …
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Cruise the Galapagos on the Corals
$7,413
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Galapagos Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Snorkel & swim at Bartolome Island
  • Visit Mosquera Islet's sea lions
  • Hike across Española Island
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Circumnavigate the Galapagos islands on this 15-day voyage. Take in the best the archipelago has to offer, visiting Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, North Seymour, Santa Fe, South Plaza, San Cristobal, Española, and Floreana Islands.Wildlife viewing opportunities abound …
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A penguin colony on the move in Peninsula Valdes
$1,075
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Peninsula Valdes

3 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Punta Tombo penguin colony
  • Explore Peninsula Valdes reserve
  • Search for the southern right whale
Activities:
Land, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This three day extension from Buenos Aires is an active walking tour for those looking to get close to the wildlife. After a drive through the sweeping Patagonia plains embark on the winding trails of the teeming Punta Tombo penguin colony and spend a few hours watching these comical birds. Explore …
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Blue ice of Antarctica
$26,262
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
  • Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
  • See Antarctic's Wildlife
  • Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an extraordinary cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution in Santiago, Chile. Venture to Ushuaia, where you'll embark on your Antarctic adventure. Fly to Ushuaia and explore Tierra del Fuego National Park. Sail through the Drake Passage while enjoying lectures from onboard …
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1800's whaling station
$28,895
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South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover South Georgia's wildlife
  • Discover Antarctica
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
  • Discover seals
  • Explore Falklands-Malvinas
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore South Georgia and Antarctic Odyssey on this 20-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. On this journey, you'll experience the finest aspects of the Antarctic Peninsula and the captivating wildlife sanctuary of South Georgia. You'll have the chance to …
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Ice and water along Antarctic Peninsula
$27,715
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
  • Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
  • See Antarctic's Wildlife
  • Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an extraordinary cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, beginning in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Venture to Ushuaia, where you'll embark on your Antarctic adventure. Fly to Ushuaia and explore Tierra del Fuego National Park. Sail through the Drake Passage while enjoying …
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
$17,070
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The Southern Adventure

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Sail through the Falkland Islands
  • Witness black-browed albatrosses
  • Marvel at the diverse wildlife
  • Encounter the frozen wonders
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on an exciting 16-day cruise aboard Le Lyrial and discover the Southern Ocean like never before. Departing from Ushuaia, journey to the Falkland Islands, surrounded by sei whales and breathtaking landscapes of white sandy beaches, cliffs, and windswept moors. Witness black-browed …
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Rockhopper penguins
$17,070
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The Southern Adventure

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Sail through the Falkland Islands
  • Witness black-browed albatrosses
  • Marvel at the diverse wildlife
  • Encounter the frozen wonders
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an exciting 16-day cruise aboard Le Boreal and discover the Southern Ocean like never before. Departing from Ushuaia, journey to the Falkland Islands, surrounded by sei whales and breathtaking landscapes of white sandy beaches, cliffs, and windswept moors. Witness black-browed …
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Colony of penguins at Gold Harbor
$12,895
15% Off
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Wild Isles of the South Atlantic

Ushuaia - Montevideo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Patagonia's forests
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • See wildlife in the Falkland Island
  • Experience Stanley's British charm
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Montevideo
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 16-day Wild Isles of the South Atlantic cruise from Ushuaia to Montevideo aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore the Falkland Islands, rich in wildlife and history, before venturing to the remote wilderness of South Georgia. Encounter vast colonies of penguins, seals, and seabirds amidst stunning …
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
$21,180
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Enjoy a zodiac cruise
  • Explore Shackleton's expedition
  • Discover King penguins
  • Hike across the Devil's Nose
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 19-day In Shackleton's Footsteps Expedition Cruise Roundtrip Ushuaia aboard SH Vega, start your exploration from the top of the Peninsula and venture into the Weddell Sea to reach Elephant Island, where Sir Ernest Shackleton's crew lived for several months. Finally, you will sail …
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Nights in Ushuaia
$22,711
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Chile
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join National Geographic Explorer on an odyssey that combines the celebrated wonders of the southernmost realms of the planet in a single epic voyage. The Antarctic Peninsula, southern Patagonia, and the Chilean fjords are places of unimaginable beauty. Humpback whales breach and penguins gather by …
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