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Deception Island Antarctica Cruises in 2025

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Explore the enigmatic Deception Island in Antarctica with our 8 distinctive tours scheduled for 2025. This remote and remarkable destination offers an unparalleled adventure where you can witness the stark beauty of polar landscapes and encounter an abundance of wildlife in their natural habitat. Over the course of 11 to 21 days, adventurers can engage in activities such as zodiac cruising among icebergs, kayaking in icy waters, and camping under the southern stars. With a starting point of $9,250, these tours provide a plethora of opportunities for wildlife viewing, including penguin colonies and whale sightings, as well as the chance to partake in photography seminars that capture the surreal beauty of the Antarctic. The spirit of exploration is alive and well as you traverse the same waters as the early polar explorers, making for an unforgettable expedition. To begin charting your course to the white continent, contact one of Adventure Life's Antarctica specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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    • Deception Island Antarctica
from $14,895
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Hone your photography skills
  • Explore the Drake Passage
  • Navigate on a Zodiac
  • Take a Polar Plunge
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Snorkeling, Kayaking, Camping, Photography Seminars, Skiing
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Variable
Explore all the wonders that Antarctica has to offer on this 12-day adventure cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Sylvia Earle. Have a tour of Ushuaia and enjoy the wildlife experience in this polar region. Take in the Antarctic beauty on all shore excursions and Zodiac cruises and the educational lectures and guiding services from the expedition team.
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from $10,950
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore wildlife
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Witness humpback and minke whales
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Adventure Options, Scuba Diving
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Join the Ortelius on this 13-day deep south cruise to the Polar Circle round trip from Ushuaia. Experience stunning Antarctic landscapes and encounter incredible wildlife like penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales. Get up close to incredible wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, and leopard seals.
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Lemaire channel reflection
from $9,250
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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Cruise between icebergs & fjords
  • Observe penguins, albatross & more
  • Enjoy trips ashore each day
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Meet the Antarctic's great stars, the penguins, which number in the thousands and include a variety of curious species. This 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise takes you to the picturesque scenery found in one of the world's most inhospitable settings. Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound may be visited during your Antarctic adventures.
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Zodiac cruising in Antarctica
from $15,050
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged beauty
  • Sail Falklands’ wildlife haven
  • Discover Stanley’s historic charm
  • Encounter South Georgia’s penguin
  • Cross Drake’s legendary passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Set out on a 19-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia on the MV Plancius. This journey to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula reveals a wild, breathtaking region brimming with diverse wildlife—a true paradise for nature enthusiasts.
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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
  • Experience Falkland culture
  • Observe wandering albatross
  • Spot fin whales from the ship
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Lemaire channel reflection
from $14,800
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Meet six species of penguin
  • Visit sites of past explorers
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Bird watch across the Drake Passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark the MV Plancius to explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula on this awe-inspiring 20-day cruise. The rugged landscapes provide a stunning backdrop for the voyage and play host to unique wildlife, including penguins, seals, seabirds, and more.
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Beautiful King Penguins
from $12,900
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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, Incl. Helicopters

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Hike on Deception Island
  • Watch emperor penguins
  • Take a walk on pack ice
  • View seabirds in the Drake Passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Helicopter Tours
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The 11-day Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin cruise aboard Ortelius permits an amazing rendezvous with the magnificent Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. Explore the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adelies and gentoos. Visit Deception Island and Half Moon Island where even more penguins can be viewed.
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Penguin colony near Ushuaia
from $11,449
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • See massive glaciers and icebergs
  • Deception and Elephant Island
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Antarctic cruise aboard World Navigator. Each day brings new discoveries as you explore one of the most remote places on Earth.
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