Antarctic Polar Circle Small Ship Cruises

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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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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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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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Land & Sea Exploration, Snorkeling

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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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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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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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from $14,495

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New Year's Antarctic Circle Crossing

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Visit Damoy Point huts
• Spot whales in Wilhelmina
• Explore Deception Island
• Discover South Shetlands

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Camping, Citizen Science

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Embark on a 13-day New Year’s Antarctic Circle Crossing aboard the Ocean Victory. Discover icy landscapes filled with penguins, whales, and seals. Explore historic research huts and awe-inspiring ice formations. This journey is an exceptional blend of adventure, discovery, and remarkable wildlife experiences.

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from $17,050

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica

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

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Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $19,795

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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Set foot on the 7th Continent
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours
• Take the Polar Plunge

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Setting foot on the 7th Continent is a polar achievement few experience. Even more rare is the milestone of crossing the Antarctic Circle. Navigating south of 66°33' S is the highlight of the 14-day voyage, which rewards passengers daily with views of dramatic ice formations, humpback whales, leopard seals, penguins, and giant petrels. 

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from $24,600

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Bellingshausen Sea, Peter I Island plus Ellsworth Land - incl. helicopters

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Visit penguin nesting sites
• Witness historic expedition sites
• Discover Peter I Island

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Ushuaia / Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving, Archaeological Site Visits

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Begin your 25-day expedition in Ushuaia, Argentina, and sail aboard Ortelius through the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s remote southern reaches. Discover rare wildlife, historic sites, and untouched landscapes as you explore the Bellingshausen Sea, Ellsworth Land, and Peter I Island by Zodiac and helicopter.

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from $27,695

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Ultimate New Year’s: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Visit the South Shetland Islands
• View icebergs, seabirds, and whales
• Board Zodiacs for shore excursions
• Travel to 66º33´S

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Ring in the New Year on a 23-day Antarctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience stunning wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and celebrate with a toast while aiming to cross the Antarctic Circle.

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from $26,075

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Ultimate Explorer: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Discover South Georgia
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula
• Visit South Shetlands
• Cross Antarctic Circle

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 24-day Antarctica cruise round-trip from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage and explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the South Shetland Islands before venturing to the Antarctic Circle. Encounter penguins, seals, and whales while learning about the region’s wildlife, history, and icy landscapes.

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from $20,795

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Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Sail through Beagle Channel
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Take the Polar Plunge

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Helicopter Tours

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Join this 14-day Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle cruise aboard World Voyager. Embark on an unforgettable Antarctic adventure. Explore Buenos Aires, cruise through the Beagle Channel, cross the Drake Passage, and encounter wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula and beyond.

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from $36,595

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• 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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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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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.

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from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

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Santiago / Hobart

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Embark on a 31-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

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from $28,840

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In the wake of Jean-Baptiste Charcot

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore Charcot Island
• Learn about Jean-Baptiste Charcot
• Observe diverse wildlife
• Engage with a team of experts
• Explore Antarctica

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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia

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Join this adventure to remote corners of the world with The Explorers Club aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Experience thrilling expeditions, engaging lectures, and firsthand knowledge from Science Grantees. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, Bellingshausen Sea, and more on this 16-day journey. Encounter penguins, seals, whales, and more in the Far South.

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from $29,795

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer

• Round-trip Air-Cruise
• Wildlife Encounters
• Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
• Enriching Experiences

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Hiking

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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.

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from $15,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• 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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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.

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