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Embark on a journey to the icy wilderness of Deception Island in Antarctica, an isolated haven of wildlife and unique geological features. On this 20-day Wildlife Viewing Tour for 2025 and 2026, you can witness fascinating creatures such as penguins, seals, and albatrosses that inhabit the area. Discover landscapes blanketed in snow and ice while taking in the spectacular views from the island's volcanic peaks. Take in all that Antarctica has to offer with one of our tours or cruises starting at just $8,200, lasting from 9 to 21 days. Don't miss your chance to experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure; contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists today for help planning your seamless trip to Deception Island!
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Exploring the remote Antarctica Peninsula onboard an expedition ship
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • See the activity of a penguin city
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Get a chance to observe seals and penguins in their natural habitat. Spend 12 days aboard the Sylvia Earle exploring Antarctica's huge white continent. Additionally, fly through the Drake Passage during this expedition.
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Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica
from $24,595
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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Punta Arenas historic charm
  • Witness Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic penguin rookeries
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake – Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip from Punta Arenas aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize exploration time. Discover stunning icebergs, abundant wildlife, and the breathtaking landscapes of this remote region.
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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
from $22,895
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • A cruise for women, by women
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Designed by women, led by women, and for women, this adventure lets you explore Antarctica’s stunning landscapes and thriving wildlife. Skip the Drake’s rough seas with charter flights and celebrate trailblazing female conservationists.
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from $16,995
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 14-day Antarctica trip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore Antarctica's landscapes and enjoy activities like kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional experiences include the polar plunge. Return via the Drake Passage, attend lectures, and reflect on your journey.
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from $11,000
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery voyage

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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Join the Ortelius on a 13-day Polar Circle cruise from Ushuaia to the deep south of Antarctica. See glaciers, ice-filled channels, and wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales, with a chance to witness the Southern Lights.
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Polar Athena navigates icy blue waters surrounded by drifting icebergs
from $14,495
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Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise - Sail One Way

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena
  • Fly to King George Island
  • Sail the Gerlache Strait
  • Zodiac cruise among icebergs
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Explore Antarctic highlights
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Puerto Natales / Ushuaia
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Join the MV Polar Athena 9-Day Antarctica Fly Cruise from Puerto Natales. Explore glaciers, iceberg-filled coves, and penguin colonies while sailing the Gerlache Strait and navigating remote Antarctic islands.
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Gentoo penguin sighting in Antarctica
from $14,495
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Antarctic Micro Sail One Way - Fly Cruise

Ushuaia - Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Attend expert-led lectures
  • Spot albatrosses and petrels
  • Cruise iceberg-filled channels
  • Explore penguin colonies
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Natales
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Whale Watching
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Sail and fly on a 9-day Antarctic adventure aboard MV Polar Athena. Cross the Drake Passage, explore penguin colonies, navigate iceberg-filled channels, and experience Antarctica’s remote landscapes.
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Seals rest on a floating piece of ice
from $8,200
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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Discover Ushuaia
  • Admire unique widllife
  • Visit the epic Neko Harbour
  • Sail through the Lemaire Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 12-day Antarctica Beyond the Polar Circle Cruise aboard MV Hondius, starting from Ushuaia, with the chance to witness the Aurora Australis. Encounter humpback whales, explore Livingston and Deception Islands, and enjoy Zodiac cruises among glaciers, penguin colonies, and the icy waters of the Melchior Islands.
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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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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $9,895
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cruise Beagle Channel waters
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Observe penguins on Cuverville
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Begin in Ushuaia after a flight from Buenos Aires, then board Ocean Albatros for an 11-day round-trip cruise to Antarctica. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, and explore icy bays, wildlife colonies, and historic sites. Return to Ushuaia via the Drake Passage.
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Bleak but beautiful: Deception Island
from $10,195
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Take Zodiac cruise in Paradise Bay
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Kayaking, Camping, Spa Relaxation, Citizen Science
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Embark on an 11-day South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, historic huts, and dramatic ice-filled channels. Experience the raw beauty and unique wildlife of the southernmost continent.
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Incredible mountains and wildlife at the end of the world.
from $9,095
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Highlights of the Southern Spring

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Sail the historic Beagle Channel
  • Cross the iconic Drake Passage
  • Witness penguins in early spring
  • Try camping on Antarctic snowfields
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Small Ship Sailing
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Embark on a 10-Day Highlights of the Southern Spring cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Sail through the legendary Beagle Channel and brave the iconic Drake Passage. Experience wildlife encounters in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover the Gerlache Strait region, famous for its icy landscapes and marine life.
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Zodiac cruising in Antarctica
from $15,100
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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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Two elephant seals growling on a rocky South Georgia shoreline
from $22,995
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South Georgia & Antarctic Sail and Fly Cruise

Port Stanley to Puerto Natales - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena
  • Uncover Port Stanley streets
  • Sail across the Southern Ocean
  • See the Grytviken museum
  • Zodiac on Antarctic coasts
  • Spot penguins and seals daily
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Stanley / Puerto Natales
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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars
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Join the 16-day Polar Athena sail & fly expedition from Port Stanley, sailing across the Southern Ocean to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife, glaciers, and penguin colonies with expert-led excursions before flying from King George Island back to Puerto Natales.
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Macaroni penguin close up
from $14,850
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Observe southern right whales
  • Discover the Falkland´s culture
  • Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
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Antarctica's marvelous scenery, unique wildlife, and significant historical sites are just some of the highlights that await you. On this 21-day adventure voyage, discover the Falkland Islands and South Georgia on board the MV Janssonius. Carcass Island, Grave Cove, Fortuna Bay, and Grytviken are just a few of the sights visited.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $14,850
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctic Peninsula

21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Observe southern right whales
  • Discover the Falkland´s culture
  • Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
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Discover the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the MV Plancius on this 21-day adventure cruise. The marvelous scenery, unique wildlife, and exploration of great historical sites are some of the highlights that wait for you on Antarctica.
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Beautiful King Penguins
from $13,450
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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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Sunrise in the Patagonian Andes Mountains
from $58,995
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Wonders of Patagonia and Antarctica

Santiago - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Hike Patagonia’s valleys
  • Discover Torres del Paine’s peaks
  • Admire Antarctica’s Lemaire Channel
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
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Santiago / Buenos Aires
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Land & Sea Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 20-day cruise from Santiago to Buenos Aires on the Scenic Eclipse, exploring Patagonia's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Then, venture to Antarctica with daily Zodiac landings and guided kayaking to witness its majestic glaciers and unique wildlife.
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