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Embark on an unforgettable journey with Adventure Life to the majestic Weddell Sea in Antarctica for 2026 and 2027, and explore one of the world's most remote regions on one of these extraordinary 6 hiking trips. Here, you'll be surrounded by a stunning landscape of glistening glaciers, snow-capped mountains, and icy fjords as you traverse through this pristine wilderness. Keep your eyes open in search of captivating wildlife like penguins and seals that call this region home. As you hike through these untamed lands, feel humbled by nature’s grandeur and take a moment to appreciate its beauty. Adventure Life’s commitment to safety and sustainability ensures that your experience will leave only footprints behind. Our trips range from $12,650 to $91,120 for expeditions up to 12 to 20 days days long. Pack your bags – it's time for an Antarctic adventure! Contact one of our tour specialists today for help planning your next seamless trip!
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Emperor penguins in Antarctica
from $12,650
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Ushuaia
  • Discover Beagle Channel
  • Experience Drake Passage
  • See the Antarctic Convergence
  • Uncover Weddell Sea's wildlife
  • Visit Antarctic Sound
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling
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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.
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Zodiac cruising among icebergs
from $18,795
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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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Citizen Science
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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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from $15,595
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Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • 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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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Cooper Bay on South Georgia Island features dramatic volcanic rock formations meeting the rough Southern Ocean
from $22,995
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South Georgia and Antarctica Shackleton Special Expedition Micro Cruise

Port Stanley - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Explore scenic Port Stanley
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Watch penguins in St Andrews Bay
  • Step ashore in Antarctica
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Stanley / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits
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Join a 20-day cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, retracing Sir Ernest Shackleton's historic survival route from South Georgia to Antarctica. Experience stunning wildlife and natural beauty while visiting significant sites like Shackleton's grave and Elephant Island.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $24,750
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Tour Antarctic Peninsula glaciers
  • Search wild Weddell seal groups
  • Visit Ushuaia gateway to South Pole
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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 14-day cruise to the remote Weddell Sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot, where you encounter Emperor and Adelie penguins among stunning icebergs. Experience the legacy of explorers like Shackleton in a pristine Antarctic wilderness, where silence reigns and wildlife flourishes.
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Emperor penguin chick in Antarctica
from $31,995
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Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton's Emperors

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Reach Snow Hill Island
  • Explore Eastern Peninsula
  • Visit Paulet Island
  • Experience Antarctic Flightseeing
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Kayaking, Helicopter Tours, Spa Relaxation, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Set sail for Antarctica on this 18-day expedition from Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Ultramarine. Travel through the Drake Passage, visit the Weddell Sea and eastern Antarctic Peninsula, and aim to reach the Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island by helicopter. Explore historic sites, glaciers, wildlife, and remote landscapes.
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