Antarctica Peninsula Small Ship Cruises

During this 10-day Classic Antarctica cruise aboard Terra Nova Adventurer, set sail from Ushuaia and head south along the Beagle Channel before crossing the Drake Passage—your gateway to Antarctica. While at sea, attend expert-led talks and spot seabirds and whales from the deck and explore where every day offers new adventures.

Join this 14-day cruise expedition aboard Ultramarine and sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of emperor penguins.

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.

Explore Antarctica aboard SH Diana on a 15-day cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula, passing glaciers, icebergs, and snowy islands. Search for Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, skuas, and elephant seals, with opportunities to visit Petermann Island. Begin and end your journey through Buenos Aires.

Join a 12-day expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66°33' South to explore remote ice-filled regions rarely seen by travelers. Witness stunning landscapes, including towering icebergs, while observing whales and penguin colonies during thrilling daily outings.

Join a 12-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle and explore the breathtaking Antarctic landscape. Experience adventure through Zodiac navigation, land on the continent, and enjoy unique activities under the vibrant polar skies.

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.

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake – Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip from Punta Arenas aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize exploration time. Discover stunning icebergs, abundant wildlife, and the breathtaking landscapes of this remote region.

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Designed by women, led by women, and for women, this adventure lets you explore Antarctica’s stunning landscapes and thriving wildlife. Skip the Drake’s rough seas with charter flights and celebrate trailblazing female conservationists.

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.

Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Experience a 15-day Antarctic Circle journey from Ushuaia roundtrip aboard MV Discoverer, crossing Drake Passage and exploring South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Peninsula, and Lemaire Channel. Discover wildlife, icebergs, and remote landscapes, plus time in Ushuaia’s Patagonia setting before embarkation and after disembarkation.