5 Weddell Sea Antarctica Cruises & Tours for 2025-2026

Rounding the Antarctic Sound in the northeastern most Antarctic Peninsula, huge tabular icebergs announce your arrival to the Weddell Sea, where Shackleton’s ship Endurance was famously trapped and crushed. Cruises during late summer have the best chance of charting a safe course through the ice-clogged Weddell Sea, and if the ice flow is too thick, cruises maybe diverted to clearer sailing around the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula. In the Weddell Sea, you'll spot Antarctic fur seals & southern elephant seals as you glacier hike & kayak along the icy shoreline. Camping is available on some cruises and sites are decided based on prevailing ice and weather conditions. Explore the islands of Dundee, James Clark, Ross Island, and Devil Island's large Adélie penguin rookery and, if lucky, a view of Mount Erebus.

Top 10 Weddell Sea Cruises for 2025-2026

5 Best Luxury Weddell Sea Cruises & Tours for 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail	$20095	13	Feb 17, 2026	Have a truly fantastic experience on this 13-day adventure cruise in Antarctica and marvel at the wildlife and scenic views of the deep south. Fly … 0
The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea	$30850	14	Oct 30, 2025	Embark on a 14-day expedition to the Weddell Sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot and explore its pristine beauty and wildlife. Encounter glaciers, … 0
Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands	$14195	12	Nov 27, 2025	Join a 12-day expedition to the remote east coast of the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the Ultramarine. This helicopter-focused adventure offers rare … 0
Christmas in Antarctica	$12965	12	Dec 18, 2025	Celebrate the Christmas season and explore the majestic white continent. Enjoy abundant wildlife encounters and the striking panoramic landscape of … 0
Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula	$18610	20	Feb 27, 2026	Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to … 0