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Departing from the southern tip of South America, one of our favorite expeditions in Antarctica is a legendary Drake Passage cruise. The Drake Passage is home to impressive wildlife where you can observe flourishing colonies of seabirds and penguins. These extended itineraries are well-suited to active travelers hoping for a unique way to see one of the least-visited parts of the planet—the White Continent of Antarctica. Kayaking among icebergs, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, and hiking across glaciers are just a few of the adventures that await you on your Drake Passage cruise. Learn more about a cruise to the Drake Passage and start planning your journey through the Antarctic with us today.
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Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent $12,195 11 Nov 06, 2025 On this 11-day adventure to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula you'll cruise through sea ice, witness penguins building their nests, kayak along icebergs, and experience exhilarating encounters with abundant wildlife including penguins, seals and whales.
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition $17,895 12 Mar 17, 2026 Explore Antarctica on this 12-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. Reduce your time at sea by flying one way over the Drake Passage and sailing the other way. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, and the Legendary Cape Horn.
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Antarctica Complete $32,295 23 Dec 20, 2025 Explore Antarctica along with South Georgia and the Falkland - Malvinas islands on this 23-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Enjoy the wildlife experiences and the unique adventures while on this journey to the deep south.
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Antarctica in Depth $37,990 13 Nov 11, 2025 Experience a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse from Buenos Aires, featuring guided excursions in stunning, remote landscapes. With expert guidance and diverse wildlife, this journey promises unique adventures in comfort and safety.
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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition $19,795 14 Jan 06, 2026 Setting foot on the 7th Continent is a polar achievement few experience. Even more rare is the milestone of crossing the Antarctic Circle. Navigating south of 66°33' S is the highlight of the 14-day voyage, which rewards passengers daily with views of dramatic ice formations, humpback whales, leopard seals, penguins, and giant petrels. 
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia $33,295 23 Jan 18, 2026 From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.
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Across the Antarctic Circle $17,795 13 Dec 16, 2025 Join this 13-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy expert-led outings while crossing the iconic Drake Passage and Cape Horn.
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands $57,990 20 Nov 22, 2025 Join a 20-day cruise from Buenos Aires aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring remote polar destinations like the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience diverse wildlife, historic sites, and dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable expedition.
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Celebrating Antarctica $11,275 12 Nov 28, 2025 Board the MS Seaventure for this 12-day cruise that takes you from Ushuaia, across the Drake Passage until you reach the Antarctic Peninsula where you will encounter unspoiled wildlife and scenery.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica $20,295 20 Oct 22, 2025 This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MS Seaventure in Ushuaia, Argentina, cruise through the Beagle Channel on your way to the Falkland Islands, then on to South Georgia, and finally the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
Antarctic Cruise Adventure $16,995 13 Dec 10, 2025 Cruise aboard the all-balcony ship Le Lyrial on a spectacular 13-day expedition cruise of Antarctica. Visit the incredible Antarctic Sound, the South Shetland Islands, Neko Harbor, Cuverville Island, and Wilhelmina Bay, accompanied by a team of naturalist guides who will highlight the rich wildlife you'll see as you explore the glaciers & icebergs.
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Christmas in Antarctica $12,965 12 Dec 18, 2025 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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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition $19,395 14 Feb 09, 2026 Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on this 14-day Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. See penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat, visit Antarctic research stations, and learn about the history and geology of the region. Go sea kayaking through channels dotted with icebergs.
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise $12,995 10 Dec 15, 2026 Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.
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Antarctica Complete $36,095 23 Feb 07, 2027 Join a 23-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Ushuaia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and South Georgia. Experience onboard lectures, thrilling activities, and a traditional Fuegian barbecue before concluding your unforgettable journey in Ushuaia.
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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams $13,900 12 Nov 25, 2025 This 12-day expedition aboard the ultra-luxury ship Silver Cloud leads you to one discovery after another. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands to the fullest with a complimentary program of small-group shore excursions led by an expert team of guides and lecturers. 
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea $30,850 14 Oct 30, 2025 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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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams $13,100 12 Oct 25, 2025 Join the Silver Wind on a 12-day expedition cruise from Puerto Williams, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Enjoy an exclusive program of small-group shore experiences, guided by a team of experts.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula $32,295 23 Dec 27, 2025 Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring South Georgia, the Falklands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Delve into the islands' rich history, observe diverse wildlife, and witness king penguin colonies before returning to Ushuaia.
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In the wake of Jean-Baptiste Charcot $28,840 16 Dec 05, 2025 Join this adventure to remote corners of the world with The Explorers Club aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Experience thrilling expeditions, engaging lectures, and firsthand knowledge from Science Grantees. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, Bellingshausen Sea, and more on this 16-day journey. Encounter penguins, seals, whales, and more in the Far South.
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Our 10 Extended Small Ship Cruises of the Drake Passage for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey $29,795 21 Jan 10, 2026 Join a 21-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle, journeying from Ushuaia to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and expert-led excursions, concluding your adventure back in Ushuaia.
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Bellingshausen Sea, Peter I Island plus Ellsworth Land - incl. helicopters $24,500 25 Jan 14, 2027 Begin your 25-day expedition in Ushuaia, Argentina, and sail aboard Ortelius through the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s remote southern reaches. Discover rare wildlife, historic sites, and untouched landscapes as you explore the Bellingshausen Sea, Ellsworth Land, and Peter I Island by Zodiac and helicopter.
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South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey feat. South Sandwich Islands $28,895 24 Mar 04, 2026 Join a 24-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, the South Sandwich Islands, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and expert-led activities, concluding your adventure back in Ushuaia.
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In Shackleton’s Footsteps $24,695 20 Nov 01, 2025 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.
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Antarctica Complete (Christmas and New Year) $36,095 23 Dec 17, 2026 Join this 23-day cruise from Ushuaia on the Douglas Mawson, celebrating Christmas while exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience wildlife-rich subantarctic islands, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking landscapes for the ultimate polar adventure.
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey $31,395 21 Mar 09, 2027 Join a 21-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Experience breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and historic sites while enjoying expert lectures.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula $27,195 23 Mar 11, 2026 Set sail on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands from Ushuaia. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich history with expert excursions and lectures.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula $31,395 22 Oct 24, 2026 Join a 22-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the Subantarctic islands and Antarctica—experience king penguin colonies in South Georgia and stunning wildlife in the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure $17,195 23 Mar 10, 2027 Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, exploring vibrant cities and diverse wildlife, including penguins and whales. Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, and the bird-filled Falkland Islands before concluding your journey across the South Atlantic.
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In Shackleton's Footsteps $30,295 20 Nov 08, 2026 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.
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