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Discover the Antarctic's otherworldly beauty on a kayaking tour to the Antarctic Polar Circle for 2025 and 2026. Embark upon an unforgettable journey to one of the most remote and untouched places on Earth. Paddle through glimmering icebergs, witness colonies of penguins playing in the snow, and be awed by glaciers sculpted by time. Feel your spirit soar as you explore some of nature’s most enduring mysteries with Adventure Life. Our kayaking tours, led by expert guides, range from $10,995 for expeditions of 10 to 31 days. Rest assured that your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our top priority as you explore Antarctica's amazing wildlife and landscapes in a responsible way. Pick up your paddle and let's embark together on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Contact one of our Antarctic Polar Circle specialists today to start planning your trip!
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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
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Fly over the Drake Passage and explore Antarctica aboard the Greg Mortimer on a 12-day air cruise from Punta Arenas to the Antarctic Circle, and back. Skip the seas, see more 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
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Scuba Diving
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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.
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Air Cruise Flight
from $24,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Bypass the Drake Passage by flying directly to the South Shetland Islands. Exit the airplane to a world unlike any other on earth; ice-filled fjords, penguin rookeries, and great expanses of ice await. Sail as far south as possible in an attempt to reach the Polar Circle. Flexibility is key to a successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.
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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
  • 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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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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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
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Spot Antarctic Peninsula icebergs
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego’s valleys
  • Visit Antarctic historic huts
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Skiing
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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.
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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
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic research sites
  • Experience polar plunge
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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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
  • Explore vibrant Ushuaia
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Witness towering Antarctic glaciers
  • Kayak in Antarctica's serene bays
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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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
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Discover Gerlache Strait's beauty
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Walk across the pristine Antarctic landscape
from $15,395
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Cruise through Lemaire Channel
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Join this 13-day Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, departing from Ushuaia. Discover penguin colonies, glacial wonders, and the stunning Lemaire Channel before crossing the iconic Antarctic Circle.
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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $14,295
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cruise through Drake Passage
  • Sail through Paradise Bay
  • Observe Gentoo penguin colonies
  • Visit Deception Island
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Citizen Science
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During this 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard Ocean Victory. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, including Paradise Bay, Cuverville Island, Damoy Point, and Wilhelmina Bay. Witness penguin colonies, whales, and icebergs, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare achievement.
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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $12,445
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Extended Antarctic Circle Crossing

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Discover Antarctic Peninsula
  • Cross Antarctic Circle
  • Visit South Shetlands
  • Explore Lemaire Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Set sail on a 14-day Antarctic Circle cruise round-trip from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula before crossing the Antarctic Circle. Experience wildlife encounters with penguins, seals, and whales, and visit historic landing sites and research stations.
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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
  • Traverse Drake Passage’s waters
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula beauty
  • Encounter South Georgia’s wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Crabeater seal posing for the camera in Antarctica
from $11,200
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Deep South Basecamp Experience

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Kayak Among Floating Icebergs
  • Camp Beneath Polar Skies
  • Visit Historic Research Stations
  • Spot Penguins and Seals
  • Cruise Through The Gullet
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Port of Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Discover the 14-Day Antarctic Deep South Basecamp aboard Ortelius, an expedition that goes beyond the Polar Circle to the remote Marguerite Bay. Explore iconic sites like Pendleton Strait, Horseshoe Island, and Pourquoi Pas Island while enjoying kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, and camping under the Southern Polar skies amid penguins, whales, and dramatic glacial landscapes.
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from $32,295
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Step ashore on the Antarctic
  • See the king penguins
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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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.
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Glacier up ahead, the scale is really hard to read.
from $15,665
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Ultimate Antarctic Circle Crossing

Rountrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Discover Drake Passage wildlife
  • View Antarctic wildlife
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula iceberg
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 15-day Antarctic cruise on the MS Seaventure, where you can explore the Antarctic Circle at 66°33'S. Experience breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and the thrill of reaching this remarkable milestone in polar exploration.
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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
  • Holiday exploring Antarctica
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Wander Stanley’s British charm
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling, Land & Sea Exploration
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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.
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A large penguin colony
from $15,555
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Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • 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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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day Antarctica cruise aboard MS Seaventure, departing from Ushuaia. Cruise through the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and the Drake Passage before reaching the Antarctic Peninsula and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Explore Antarctica using Zodiacs to visit penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies, and whale feeding areas.
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Ushuaia
from $13,140
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The Heroic South

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard RMS St. Helena
  • Explore Antarctic Circle
  • Tour Vernadsky Research Station
  • Spot penguins at Neko Harbour
  • Visit Pleneau Island
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
During this 13-day The Heroic South aboard the RMS St. Helena, Discover Antarctica on a roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia. Journey through the legendary Drake Passage, cross the Antarctic Circle, and explore pristine landscapes and remote research stations.
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