Top Drake Passage Trips & Tours in February 2026

from $11,400

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Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva

• Discover Weddell Sea
• Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
• See penguins, leopard Weddell seals
• Scenic Lemaire Channel views

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Experience Antarctica like no other on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise aboard SH Minerva. Traverse the notorious Drake Passage, witness giant tabular icebergs, get up close with penguins, and learn about the history of Shackleton's Endurance and its remarkable survival and rescue story. A truly unique cruise!

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from $17,320

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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
• Observe magnificent wildlife
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Learn from a team of expert guides

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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

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Join Le Boreal for a 12-day Emblematic Antarctica Cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to an enchanting polar desert, a final frontier where penguins number in the thousands and humpback whales patrol the icy waters.

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from $10,995

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Quest for the Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Look for spectacular wildlife
• Cross the infamous Drake Passage
• Discover Gerlache Strait's beauty
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 12-day Quest for the Circle cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes, and encounter diverse wildlife, including penguins, seals, and whales.

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from $17,499

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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Explore Buenos Aires
• Witness giant icebergs
• Spot penguin colonies
• See humpback whales and dolphins

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Set sail on a 13-day Antarctic expedition aboard World Navigator. Experience constant discovery as you navigate one of the most remote regions on the planet.

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from $9,095

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cruise the Beagle Channel
• Brave the legendary Drake Passage
• Spot whales and seabirds
• Take thrilling Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Explore Antarctica on this 11-day adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and reach the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Witness incredible wildlife, including whales, penguins, and seabirds. Join thrilling Zodiac excursions and take a daring polar plunge.

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from $10,595

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Antarctica All-Access

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Kayak near floating icebergs
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Visit historic research stations
• Spot penguins and seals

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Kayaking, Camping, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing, Citizen Science

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Embark on an 11-day Antarctic cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Begin with a hotel stay and city exploration before sailing across the Drake Passage. Discover dramatic landscapes, wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and the icy wonders of Antarctica through Zodiac cruises, kayaking, and visits to research stations.

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from $12,425

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Highlights of Antarctica

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

• Board hybrid electric-powered ship
• Enjoy whale watching in Antarctica
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Enjoy guided shore landings

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Begin your 12-day Antarctic adventure in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia to board MS Fridtjof Nansen and cross the Drake Passage. Explore Antarctica for five days with guided landings, wildlife encounters, and optional activities before returning via Ushuaia.

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from $18,459

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Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Ushuaia - Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Flight to Puerto Natales
• Explore channels and coves
• Engage in exciting activities
• Experience activity options

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Natales

Activities

Hiking

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Variable

Experience the 10-day Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage Cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Natales on the National Geographic Explorer. Cruise outbound through the Drake Passage and return via a 2-hour flight from Antarctica, saving time at sea.

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from $16,995

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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Witness Antarctic wildlife
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Presentations by polar experts
• Cruise in a Zodiac

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage. Encounter whales and penguins en route to the Antarctic Peninsula's northernmost tip. Despite the initial overwhelming silence, vibrant wildlife and fellow adventurers will deepen your appreciation for Antarctica's extremes.

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from $19,395

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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Set foot on the 7th Continent
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Visit iconic landing sites
• Take the Polar Plunge

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Helicopter Tours

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Variable

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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from $15,555

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Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Cross the Antarctic Convergence
• View icebergs, seabirds, and whales
• Board Zodiacs for shore excursions
• Travel to 66º33´S
• Visit Peninsula's bays and channels
• Explore scientific bases

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day Antarctica cruise aboard MS Seaventure, departing from Ushuaia. Cruise through the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and the Drake Passage before reaching the Antarctic Peninsula and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Explore Antarctica using Zodiacs to visit penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies, and whale feeding areas.

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from $12,100

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Antarctica – Uncharted islands of the Deep South

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Marguerite Bay landscapes
• Zodiac ice cruising adventures
• Navigate The Gullet channel
• Spot orcas and seals
• Discover uncharted islands

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Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching

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Variable

Experience a 15-day Antarctica expedition from Ushuaia aboard Ortelius. Sail the Drake Passage, explore Marguerite Bay, Pendleton Strait, and Lazarov Bay, and discover uncharted islands. Experience Zodiac cruises, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking ice landscapes on a true exploration voyage to the White Continent.

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from $14,500

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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago - Puerto Williams - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind

• Explore Puerto Williams
• Discover Drake Passage
• Experience Antarctic Sound
• Visit the South Shetland Islands

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Santiago / Puerto Williams

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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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from $12,099

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Spot penguin colonies and seals
• Cruise Cierva Cove
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Begin in Buenos Aires before embarking in Ushuaia for an 11-day Antarctic cruise through the legendary Drake Passage aboard World Voyager. Explore remote landings like Brown Bluff and Cierva Cove, spot whales and penguins, and witness pristine ice landscapes.

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from $16,999

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Explore Antarctica & South Georgia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Travel through the Southern Ocean
• Zodiac shore landings
• See South Georgia wildlife
• Observe wildlife in their habitat

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Embark on a 16-day cruise across the Drake Passage to Antarctica and South Georgia aboard World Voyager. Experience glaciers, penguin colonies, and rugged coastlines aboard an exploration ship offering flexible Captain’s Choice navigation for the best landings and wildlife encounters.

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from $17,649

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
• Discover Beak Island and more
• Spot Penguin and Seals
• Cross the Antarctic Circle

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day Antarctica expedition from Ushuaia aboard World Voyager. Cross the Drake Passage and explore the White Continent with landings at sites like Brown Bluff and Cierva Cove. Experience the Antarctic Circle, witness humpback whales and penguins, and enjoy dramatic icy landscapes and rugged peaks.

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from $10,145

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Adventures in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Attend Antarctic presentations
• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Enjoy daily off-ship excursions
• Experience encounters with penguins
• Stop at scientific bases

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

View the abundant wildlife that call this frozen continent home including albatrosses, prions, petrels, penguins, seals, whales, and dolphins aboard the MS Seaventure on this 11-day Antarctica adventure. Experience the very best of the Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage and South Shetland Islands.

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from $14,999

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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Explore Buenos Aires’ avenues
• Navigate the Drake Passage
• Set foot on Antarctica remote sites
• Wander Ushuaia’s streets

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day Antarctica expedition from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard the World Traveller, crossing the Drake Passage. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula with daily Zodiac excursions to sites like Beak Island and Brown Bluff, while observing stunning ice formations and wildlife.

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