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Explore these 19 top Weddell Sea cruises for 2025 and 2026. Some of the most popular activities on our Weddell Sea trips include Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Kayaking, and Photography Seminars. Discover with your expert local English-speaking guides who will show you the hot spots and the off-the-beaten-path hidden gems. We work with only the best small ships that carry under 500 fortunate guests, and we can give you unbiased advice to match you with the perfect ship and perfect cruise for your next vacation. Our Weddell Sea cruises start from $8,990 for cruises of 11 to 21 days. Contact one of Adventure Life's Weddell Sea cruise specialists for help planning a seamless trip.
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from $20,095
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
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Join a 13-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore the Weddell Sea in Antarctica, famous for its icebergs and historical significance. Experience the breathtaking wilderness as you navigate pack ice and encounter stunning tabular icebergs.
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
  • Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
  • Visit historic huts on land
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $20,395
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Snorkeling, Adventure Options, Citizen Science
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Join a 13-day Weddell Sea Fly/Sail expedition on Sylvia Earle with New Scientist Discovery Tours, exploring Antarctica's remote regions rich in ice, wildlife, and history tied to Shackleton's Endurance expedition. Encounter seals, discover ancient fossils, and observe migrating whales while delving into polar science and the unique ecosystem.
  • Explore Punta Arenas history
  • Marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs
  • Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
  • Engage in citizen science
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Emperor penguins in Antarctica
from $9,700
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Immerse yourself in a 13-day Antarctica-Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp expedition aboard MV Ortelius filled with thrilling adventures. Engage in kayaking, photography workshops, hiking, mountaineering, and camping, adjusted based on the unpredictable weather and ice conditions. Delve into the exploration of this isolated and awe-inspiring region.
  • Explore Ushuaia
  • Discover Beagle Channel
  • Experience Drake Passage
  • See the Antarctic Convergence
  • Uncover Weddell Sea's wildlife
  • Visit Antarctic Sound
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $30,850
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 14-day expedition to the Weddell Sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot and explore its pristine beauty and wildlife. Encounter glaciers, icebergs, and diverse wildlife while enjoying activities like kayaking, hiking, and snowshoeing. Expert guides lead you through this adventure.
  • Explore Weddell Sea
  • Explore glaciers & icebergs
  • Learn about the polar region
  • Explore wildlife in Antarctica
  • Experience polar activities
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Pinnacle shaped icebergs floating in Andvord Bay near Neko Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula
from $11,380
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Weddell Sea Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join the SH Vega on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip in Ushuaia and encounter Antarctica like never before. Cross the notorious Drake Passage, marvel at colossal tabular icebergs, observe penguins up close, and discover the history of Shackleton's Endurance, its incredible survival, and its rescue tale.
  • Discover Weddell Sea
  • Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
  • See penguins, whales, and albatross
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $9,600
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
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.
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Point Wild
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Discover the Devil Island
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Emperor penguins on Snow Hill Island
from $22,095
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Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill

Buenos Aires - Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
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Buenos Aires / Elevage Buenos Aires
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Variable
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.
  • Enjoy exclusive wildlife viewing
  • Discover Antarctica's history
  • Visit the emperor penguin colony
  • Encounter the emperor penguins
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Iceberg off coast of Antarctica
from $13,180
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Weddell Sea Discovery

13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join the SH Diana on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip in Ushuaia and encounter Antarctica like never before. Cross the notorious Drake Passage, marvel at colossal tabular icebergs, observe penguins up close, and discover the history of Shackleton's Endurance, its incredible survival, and its rescue tale.
  • Discover Weddell Sea
  • Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
  • See penguins, whales, and albatross
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from $14,195
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Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Join a 12-day expedition to the remote east coast of the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the Ultramarine. This helicopter-focused adventure offers rare views of icebergs, mountains, and remote landscapes, with two heli-flightseeing excursions, a heli-landing, and Zodiac trips through the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound.
  • Ride a helicopter to discover ANT
  • Excursions thru a helicopter ride
  • Join Zodiac excursions to explore
  • Discover Antarctica thru lectures
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
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Adelie penguin on ice
from $11,795
EBD 20%
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Quest for the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking, Camping, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Quest for the Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula, and enjoy Zodiac excursions, penguin sightings, whale watching, and historic sites.
  • Visit the huts of Damoy Point
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Discover Deception Island volcano
  • Spot humpback whales surfacing
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Paradise Bay, Antarctica
from $9,600
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Antarctic Peninsula - Weddell Sea with Long Hikes

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Antarctic voyage aboard MV Hondius to explore the remote Weddell Sea, icy waters, and wildlife-rich islands. Encounter glaciers, penguins, whales, and seals while experiencing breathtaking landscapes and exciting shore visits.
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore the Weddell Sea
  • Visit Orleans and Gerlache Straits
  • Hike volcanic landscapes
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from $12,965
EBD 20%
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Christmas in Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Celebrate the Christmas season and explore the majestic white continent. Enjoy abundant wildlife encounters and the striking panoramic landscape of the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula aboard the MS Seaventure on this 12-day cruise.
  • Explore Antarctica on Christmas
  • Stop to see historical sites
  • Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Cruise among icebergs
  • Encounter unforgettable wildlife
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Emperor penguins on Snow Hill Island
from $30,195
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Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Emperor Penguins and the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires, Argentina - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on this 18-day Snow Hill to the Peninsula aboard Ultramarine Buenos Aires roundtrip. Begin in the vibrant Buenos Aires, explore Ushuaia, cross the Drake Passage, and marvel at Emperor penguins and glacial wonders. Enjoy expert-led excursions, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking wildlife encounters.
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Spot seals and whales
  • Sail the Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage
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Guests on the deck of the Ushuaia viewing the arctic landscape.
from $8,990
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Weddell Sea Quest

12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands, and the Weddell Sea aboard the MV Ushuaia. The Weddell Sea will always be remembered as the polar region that still echoes the ill-fated expedition of the great British polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton.
  • View the icy South Shetlands
  • Spot varied Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Visit enigmatic Elephant Island
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Southern Rockhopper Penguin.
from $14,250
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 21-day voyage aboard the Ortelius. Penguins number in the tens of thousands and fin whales patrol the icy waters. The rugged but beautiful landscapes and abundant wildlife combine to make this cruise one of the most visually stunning in the world.
  • Experience Falkland culture
  • Observe wandering albatross
  • Spot fin whales from the ship
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
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Rockhopper penguin sighting
from $14,500
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Ushuaia to see black-browed albatrosses in the Falkland Islands, explore Port Stanley, visit South Georgia's king penguin colonies, marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs, and meet elephant seals. Experience an unforgettable adventure aboard the Ortelius!
  • Get a taste of Falklands history
  • See four S.Georgia penguin species
  • Discover the South Orkney Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
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from $24,695
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In Shackleton’s Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise, retracing Shackleton's odyssey through the Antarctic Peninsula, Weddell Sea, Elephant Island, and South Georgia. Explore icebergs and observe South Georgia's diverse wildlife. Conclude with a hike from Fortuna Bay to the abandoned Stromness whaling station, following Shackleton's final leg across South Georgia.
  • Retrace Shackleton's steps
  • Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
  • Explore South Georgia's wildlife
  • Hike from Fortuna Bay to Stromness
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The lookout crew of penguins spotting our zodiacs arriving, Antarctica
from $18,610
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to whales. Visit South Georgia, home to king penguins and elephant seals, then the Falkland Islands with rugged shores and seabirds. End at Valdes Peninsula, where orcas hunt and guanacos roam.
  • Explore Antarctica's landscape
  • Explore South Georgia's wildlife
  • Experience the Falkland Islands
  • See Valdes Peninsula's wildlife
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