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

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

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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea $30,850 14 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.
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Christmas in Antarctica $12,965 12 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.
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula $18,610 20 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.
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