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from $9,895
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Exploring Antarctica's Spring

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ushuaia beauty
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Experince Zodiac cruising
  • Navigate South Shetlands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on an extraordinary 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the rich wildlife of this frozen world, including albatrosses, prions, petrels, penguins, seals, whales, and dolphins. Journey through the stunning landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, and South Shetland Islands.
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Ice falling from a glacier
from $12,195
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Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer’s Expedition

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore South Shetlands islands
  • Spot penguins and whales
  • Kayak pristine Antarctic waters
  • Cross legendary Drake Passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore the South Shetland Islands, witness glaciers and penguins, engage in Citizen Science, and visit historic bases. Cross the Drake Passage, enjoy guided excursions, Zodiac rides, and optional camping under the Antarctic stars.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $12,445
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Extended Antarctic Circle Crossing

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Witness wildlife in their habitat
  • Reach the Antarctic Circle
  • Enjoy kayaking & polar plunge
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation
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Experience a 14-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova, sailing through the Beagle Channel and Drake Passage to explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Encounter penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds while enjoying Zodiac landings, kayaking, and a polar plunge.
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The beautiful Antarctica!
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

Ushuaia to King George Island - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate Drake Passage
  • Discover remote Antarctic Peninsula
  • Spot penguins at Paulet Island
  • Explore glaciers and wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
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Local Market Visits
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Embark on an 12-day Antarctica Drake Fly & Sail cruise aboard World Traveller. Sail across the Drake Passage, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Sound, and South Shetland Islands. Make flexible landings based on ice and weather, guided by expert navigation.
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
from $18,005
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Antarctica & Falklands Expedition

Santiago - Buenos Aires - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Santiago colonial buildings
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctica’s wildlife
  • Walk Stanley’s historic streets
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Santiago / Buenos Aires
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Join a 24-day expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Falklands aboard MS Fram, starting in Santiago, Chile. Experience wildlife, culture, and stunning landscapes as you explore remarkable locations, ending your journey in Buenos Aires.
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $9,650
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Point Wild
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Discover the Devil Island
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Archaeological Site Visits
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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.
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $10,195
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Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Kayak through icy waters
  • Visit research base sites
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
During this 11-day aboard Ocean Victory, sail through the Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition. Cross the legendary Drake Passage while spotting marine wildlife. Explore South Shetland Islands with penguins, seals, and whales, and navigate iceberg-rich channels to reach pristine Antarctic bays.
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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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Hiking
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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 penguins on Snow Hill Island
from $24,795
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Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill

Buenos Aires - Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Enjoy exclusive wildlife viewing
  • Discover Antarctica's history
  • Visit the emperor penguin colony
  • Encounter the emperor penguins
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Buenos Aires / Elevage Buenos Aires
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Helicopter Tours
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Join this 14-day cruise expedition aboard Ultramarine and sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of emperor penguins.
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Jumping penguins
from $14,195
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Antarctic Peninsula: The Classic Voyage

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore Ushuaia’s southern charm
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Visit Deception Island
  • Cruise amid towering icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Discover the wonders of Antarctica on an unforgettable 12-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard MV Discoverer. Experience breathtaking glaciers, rare wildlife encounters, and the thrill of exploring the White Continent’s remote beauty.
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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
from $12,995
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Best of Antarctica's Whale Season

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Discover Ushuaia’s museums
  • Cross legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctica’s seascapes
  • Spot whales in Antarctic waters
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars
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Join a 12-day Antarctic expedition cruise on the MV Discoverer, focusing on peak whale-watching season. Experience diverse wildlife, including penguins, seals, and humpback whales, with expert guides leading daily excursions.
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from $12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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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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