Top Antarctica Peninsula Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• Cruise the South Shetland Islands
• View penguins, seals, and whales
• Attend lectures and presentations
• Explore the Antarctic landscape

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Embark on this 8-day Antarctica cruise by air and have an adventure with the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.

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from $17,995

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Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise

Puerto Natales Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena

• Fly to Antarctica, skip the Drake
• Zodiac transfers to your ship
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Cruise the Antarctic Peninsula
• Watch penguins nest and court
• Spot whales and lounging seals
• Capture glaciers, icebergs, ice col

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing

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Join the 10-day MV Polar Athena fly-cruise to Antarctica. Fly from Puerto Natales, explore penguin colonies, spot whales, and take in untouched polar landscapes.

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from $12,280

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Cruise to the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness glaciers and wildlife
• Enjoy whale watching
• Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Take a 15-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on board the SH Vega and encounter well-known sites and unexpected discoveries. Explore the Peninsula's glaciers, and encounter diverse wildlife. Admire Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, and elephant seals.

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from $14,120

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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Embark on Zodiacs
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Look out for wildlife
• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.

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from $20,395

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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Join a Fly/Sail cruise expedition
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Witness Antarctic Peninsula glacier
• Watch whales in Antarctic waters

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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia

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Embark on the 12-day Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Douglas Mawson. Fly over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience vast glaciers, penguins, seals, and whales. Take Zodiac cruises, photograph icebergs, and witness skuas.

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from $18,295

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Admire views of Lake Escondido
• Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
• Enjoy Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Snorkeling

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Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring stunning icebergs, wildlife, and historic sites. Experience Zodiac excursions and expert-led lectures, returning with a newfound appreciation for Antarctica’s beauty.

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from $19,095

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Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cross Weddell Sea
• Visit Adélie Colonies
• Join Zodiac excursions
• Discover Volcanic Cliffs

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

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Sail on a 12-day journey from Ushuaia on Ocean Explorer and cross the Drake Passage to reach towering ice, major penguin colonies, and historic sites across the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound. Experience Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewing, and striking geological features before returning to Ushuaia.

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from $10,895

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Observe colonies of penguins
• Join guided Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation

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Experience a 12-day Antarctic cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the South Shetland Islands, and encounter whales, penguins, and seals. Enjoy activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and photography workshops.

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from $16,010

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Skip the traditional Drake Passage
• Explore into channels and coves
• Experience activities
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

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Variable

This 9-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage, round trip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to explore channels, coves, watch for whales, and navigate icebergs on Zodiac cruises.

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from $22,095

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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

Activities

Scuba Diving

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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.

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from $14,499

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds
• Experience Zodiac safaris
• Cruise past towering icebergs
• Visit Brown Bluff

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $21,940

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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Cross the famous Drake Passage
• Possibly encounter killer whales
• See icebergs, glaciers and wildlife
• Sail towards Antarctic Circle

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 16-day Antarctic Circle cruise aboard National Geographic Endurance and sail across the Drake Passage, then explore the Antarctic Circle’s stunning landscapes, icebergs, and wildlife. This voyage offers a deep exploration of Antarctica's natural wonders before returning to Ushuaia and Buenos Aires.

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from $12,595

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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Spot penguins, seals, and whales
• Join Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Explore the best of Antarctica on this 11-day Wildlife Explorer roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Navigate the legendary Drake Passage, witness towering icebergs, and discover the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and close encounters with penguins, whales, and seals.

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from $9,575

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cruise the Beagle Channel
• Brave the legendary Drake Passage
• Spot whales and seabirds
• Take thrilling Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Explore Antarctica on this 11-day adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and reach the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Witness incredible wildlife, including whales, penguins, and seabirds. Join thrilling Zodiac excursions and take a daring polar plunge.

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from $9,650

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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Visit Point Wild
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Discover the Devil Island

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Ushuaia / Ushuaia

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Board MV Plancius in Ushuaia for an 11-day Antarctic adventure, sailing through the Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage. Explore historic sites like Point Wild and the Weddell Sea, spot whales, seals, and seabirds, and witness stunning landscapes, including Antarctic Sound, Brown Bluff, and Devil Island, before returning to Ushuaia.

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from $14,499

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds
• Experience Zodiac safaris
• Cruise past towering icebergs
• Visit Brown Bluff

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Set sail on a 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard World Navigator. Brave the Drake Passage, attempt to cross the Antarctic Circle, and explore rugged sites like Brown Bluff and Hidden Bay. Cruise by Zodiac to remote coves and glaciers. Watch for whales, leopard seals, and penguins along the ice-filled coastline of the White Continent.

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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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Camping, Small Ship Sailing

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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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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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