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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Explore ice cliffs via Zodiac
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking
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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, experiencing the wild beauty of the continent like early explorers. Enjoy daily adventures, including guided Zodiac cruises through stunning ice formations and opportunities to explore penguin-populated landscapes.
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Zodiac cruising on an Aurora Expeditions cruise in Antarctica
from $18,395
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV 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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Join an 11-day Antarctica cruise on the Douglas Mawson, crossing the Drake Passage for a true explorer's experience. Enjoy daily excursions to penguin rookeries and ice-filled bays while encountering diverse wildlife and optional adventure activities.
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An expedition moment in the icy waters of Antarctica
from $18,395
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Spirit of Antarctica: In Partnership with New Scientist

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Admire views of Lake Escondido
  • Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
  • Participate in citizen science
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Citizen Science
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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, blending adventure with scientific exploration. Enjoy flexible itineraries, wildlife encounters, and engaging lectures while navigating stunning icy landscapes.
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Stunning landscapes
from $16,195
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Tour the Andes Mountain Range
  • Watch out for Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy Zodiac on Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Join this 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Sylvia Earle, where women actively engage in science and leadership. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and discussions on climate change alongside expert female guides.
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Spotting the continent of Antarctica
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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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
from $22,390
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Santiago Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Cruise Beagle Channel
  • Drake Passage crossing
  • Kayaking near icebergs
  • Explore Santiago, Chile
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
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Travel from Santiago to Ushuaia and sail aboard National Geographic Resolution on a 16-day Antarctica expedition. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Circle, kayak near icebergs, cruise by Zodiac, and walk among penguins. Navigate pack ice, spot whales, and experience remote polar landscapes with expert guides.
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Adelie penguins, Antarctica
from $27,295
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Antarctic Feast: Circle in Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Enjoy a special Christmas feast
  • Explore the Andes Mountain Range
  • Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
  • Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Photography Seminars, Snorkeling
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Join a 15-day Antarctic cruise on the Douglas Mawson, venturing beyond standard routes to cross the Antarctic Circle and witness stunning landscapes and unique wildlife. Experience festive celebrations aboard while enjoying daily excursions via Zodiacs to see penguins, seals, and magnificent ice formations.
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Zodiac cruising among icebergs
from $17,095
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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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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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Ice falling from a glacier
from $10,695
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Gerlache Strait's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife in Antarctica
  • Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
  • Discover Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife encounters, thrilling activities like kayaking and ice camping, and navigate the scenic Lemaire Channel before returning across the Drake Passage.
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Humpback Whale in the Antarctica
from $9,325
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Antarctic Wonders

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Spot gentoo penguin colonies
  • Visit Mikkelsen Harbor wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Spa Relaxation
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Experience Antarctica on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Minerva, with sea days and exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, including a sail through the Lemaire Channel. Visit Mikkelsen Harbor to spot gentoo penguins and seals, then return to Ushuaia, often called the “End of the World.”
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Chinstrap penguins chasing each other across the volcanic landscape
from $14,499
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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Buenos Aires’ avenues
  • Navigate the Drake Passage
  • Set foot on Antarctica remote sites
  • Wander Ushuaia’s streets
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 13-day Antarctica expedition from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard the World Traveller, crossing the Drake Passage. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula with daily Zodiac excursions to sites like Beak Island and Brown Bluff, while observing stunning ice formations and wildlife.
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Hiking to a summit with views of the glaciers below
from $10,150
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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Hike, kayak, zodiac cruise, & more
  • Camp ashore on the White Continent
  • Spot whales, penguins, and more
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on MV Hondius for an adventure of a lifetime. This 13-day expedition cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula is packed full of adventure with hiking and snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping on the Antarctic Continent.
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