Weddell Sea Adventure Tours

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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

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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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

Photography Seminars, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Snorkeling, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $9,700

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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $30,850

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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $11,380

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Weddell Sea Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Starts / Ends

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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from $9,600

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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

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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from $62,700

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Emperor Penguin Overnight Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore the sights and sounds of the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony along the shore of the Weddell Sea. Picture magnificent monarchs with their chicks amidst ice cliffs, pressure ridges, and icebergs. In the vast expanse of white, look for petrels and seals.

• Explore Union Glacier
• Camp near an Emperor Penguin Colony
• Explore Antarctica
• Photograph local wildlife

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from $13,180

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Weddell Sea Discovery

13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

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

Hiking, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

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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from $11,795

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Quest for the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Kayaking, Camping, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

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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from $12,965

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Christmas in Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

Starts / Ends

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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from $95,900

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Emperors & Explorers

9 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience two Antarctic icons in one action-packed adventure. Fly by ski aircraft to the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony. Camp on the sea ice where thousands of birds come to raise and feed their young. Continue your adventure by flying to the Geographic South Pole, the most remote destination on Earth. History comes alive as you stand at 90° South.

• Explore Union Glacier
• Camp near an Emperor Penguin Colony
• Explore Antarctica
• Photograph local wildlife

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from $24,695

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In Shackleton’s Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

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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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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from $30,295

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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 20-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, retracing Shackleton’s path through the Antarctic. Explore stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and enjoy guided excursions, culminating in a scenic return to Ushuaia.

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Discover Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic Peninsula’s fjords
• Visit Elephant Island’s shores

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