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Experience the wonders of the Antarctic Polar Circle with Adventure Life's array of 30 unique cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through the pristine icy landscapes, where you can witness incredible wildlife, towering icebergs, and stunning glaciers. From thrilling whale-watching opportunities to peaceful kayaking adventures among the ice floes, each day offers a new and awe-inspiring experience. Engage in wildlife viewing, hiking excursions, and even camping on the ice for a truly unforgettable adventure in one of the most remote and untouched regions on Earth. With prices starting at $8,990 to $188,640, begin your expedition to the Antarctic Polar Circle today and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Enjoy close-up wildlife watching!
from $17,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 13-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy expert-led outings while crossing the iconic Drake Passage and Cape Horn.
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic research sites
  • Experience polar plunge
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Sightseeing on South Georgia
from $33,295
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • See thousands of pairs of penguins
  • Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Enjoy Flightseeing tours
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from $32,295
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Variable
Explore Antarctica along with South Georgia and the Falkland - Malvinas islands on this 23-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Enjoy the wildlife experiences and the unique adventures while on this journey to the deep south.
  • Step ashore on the Antarctic
  • See the king penguins
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip Punta Arenas aboard Greg Mortimer, exploring remote areas of Antarctica. Begin on the legendary Drake Passage, where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans converge, creating a challenging waterway.
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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from $19,195
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Sylvia Earle to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Take a flight over the Drake Passage to maximize your time for exploration on the remarkable White Continent.
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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from $10,950
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Ortelius on this 13-day deep south cruise to the Polar Circle round trip from Ushuaia. Experience stunning Antarctic landscapes and encounter incredible wildlife like penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales. Get up close to incredible wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, and leopard seals.
  • Explore wildlife
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Witness humpback and minke whales
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Air Cruise Flight
from $15,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
This Antarctic experience flies from Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island where you embark on a cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands for a full 6 days before flying back to Chile. This tour is excellent for those who wish to maximize time in Antarctica and minimize time sailing the high seas crossing the Drake Passage.
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
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Penguin chicks
from $29,795
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, fly directly to the South Shetland Islands, skipping the Drake Passage, and witness fjords, penguin colonies, and vast icy landscapes. Sail southward to reach the Polar Circle, embracing the flexibility required to adapt to ever-changing conditions for a memorable trip.
  • Round-trip Air-Cruise
  • Wildlife Encounters
  • Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
  • Enriching Experiences
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $18,695
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle to explore remote icy landscapes. Experience stunning glaciers, vibrant wildlife, and historic sites while navigating pack ice and iceberg-laden waters.
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Spot Antarctic Peninsula icebergs
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego’s valleys
  • Visit Antarctic historic huts
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Nature at its finest
from $13,195
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where you can encounter whales, albatrosses, and vibrant wildlife. Enjoy kayaking, camping, and onboard festivities before returning to Ushuaia.
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • Cruise Lemaire Channel's icy beauty
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Cross the Drake Passage's waters
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $8,990
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Polar Circle Quest

12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
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This 12-day small ship cruise to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia sails to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands from Ushuaia, Argentina. Conditions permitting, navigate some of the most beautiful waterways on the planet: the Gerlache Strait, Errera Channel, Neumayer Channel, and the extremely narrow Lemaire Channel.
  • Discover the Antarctic peninsula
  • Spot varied wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Explore south for the Polar Circle
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The glaciers plung straight into the water at times.
from $15,295
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking, Camping, Photography Seminars, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition to and from Ushuaia aboard the Sea Spirit, departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Encounter whales, penguins, and spectacular glaciers.
  • Explore vibrant Ushuaia
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Witness towering Antarctic glaciers
  • Kayak in Antarctica's serene bays
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Mirror-like waters in Paradise Bay
from $10,995
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Quest for the Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Quest for the Circle cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes, and encounter diverse wildlife, including penguins, seals, and whales.
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Discover Gerlache Strait's beauty
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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A fleet of zodiacs will carry you to remote landscapes
from $36,095
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 23-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Ushuaia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and South Georgia. Experience onboard lectures, thrilling activities, and a traditional Fuegian barbecue before concluding your unforgettable journey in Ushuaia.
  • Traverse Drake Passage’s waters
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula beauty
  • Encounter South Georgia’s wildlife
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $12,999
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard World Traveller and explore dramatic coastlines, walk among penguins, and witness massive icebergs up close. Each day brings new discoveries with guided landings and Zodiac safaris.
  • Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds
  • Experience Zodiac safaris
  • Cruise past towering icebergs
  • Visit Brown Bluff
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Glacier up ahead, the scale is really hard to read.
from $15,665
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Ultimate Circle Crossing

Ushuaia Rountrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard MS Seaventure on this 15-day Antarctica cruise starting in Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, seals, and whales, cruise past colossal icebergs, and visit remote research stations. Experience the thrill of crossing the Antarctic Circle, joining the select few who venture this far south.
  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence
  • View icebergs, seabirds, and whales
  • Board Zodiacs for shore excursions
  • Travel to 66º33´S
  • Visit Peninsula's bays and channels
  • Explore scientific bases
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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $16,950
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Starts / Ends
Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join MV Hondius on a 23-day sailing adventure that allows you to discover and explore 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 minke whales.
  • Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • See Commerson’s Dolphins
  • Visit whaling and sealing station
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from $36,095
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Antarctica Complete (Christmas and New Year)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Snorkeling, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 23-day cruise from Ushuaia on the Douglas Mawson, celebrating Christmas while exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience wildlife-rich subantarctic islands, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking landscapes for the ultimate polar adventure.
  • Holiday exploring Antarctica
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Wander Stanley’s British charm
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