Top Drake Passage Trips & Tours in January 2026

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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from $9,250

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

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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.

• 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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from $16,600

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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from $20,999

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Grand Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 20-day expedition cruise aboard the World Navigator from Ushuaia to explore Antarctica and its surrounding islands. Encounter diverse landscapes and wildlife beyond the Peninsula, including towering icebergs and rugged cliffs.

• Discover Antarctica
• Visit King George Island
• Enjoy South Georgia
• Explore Ushuaia

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from $21,895

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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Variable

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. 

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Set foot on the 7th Continent
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours
• Take the Polar Plunge

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from $25,295

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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join this incredible 18-day cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer to Antarctica and South Georgia. Discover the unique wildlife and reflect at the resting place of the great explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton.

• Explore king penguin rookeries
• Tour abandoned whaling stations
• Enjoy on-board lectures
• Step foot on the 7th continent

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from $20,095

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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 21-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, where you can see king penguins and historic whaling sites. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes and wildlife before a memorable Drake Passage crossing.

• Explore Ushuaia’s scenic waterfront
• Sail Beagle Channel’s waters
• Discover Falkland landscapes
• Experience Stanley’s ambiance

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from $13,195

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where you can encounter whales, albatrosses, and vibrant wildlife. Enjoy kayaking, camping, and onboard festivities before returning to Ushuaia.

• Sail through the Beagle Channel
• Cruise Lemaire Channel's icy beauty
• Discover South Shetland Islands
• Cross the Drake Passage's waters

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from $16,900

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula 20-day cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The rugged landscapes create an incredible background for the cruise and are home to some of the world's most unusual animals, including penguins, seals, and seabirds.

• 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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from $40,595

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• See thousands of pairs of penguins
• Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours

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from $26,500

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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 28 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 28-day Antarctic expedition roundtrip Ushuaia aboard MV Ortelius. Explore the Weddell Sea with its clear waters and massive tabular icebergs formed by the continent's floating ice sheets. Walk in the footsteps of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton, visit South Georgia with its abundance of wildlife, and ultimately reach Elephant Island.

• Explore the Weddell Sea
• Discover South Georgia's wildlife
• Explore Elephant Island
• Wildlife on Elephant Island

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from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Hobart

Activities

Hiking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 31-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

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from $65,390

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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• VIsit Falkland coastal charm
• Experience Stanley’s heritage
• Admire South Georgia’s mountains
• Visit Grytviken’s whaling ruins

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from $29,891

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Kayaking, Adventure Options, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join an exclusive 17-day expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Sail through the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica's wonders, cruise the Chilean fjords, and visit Torres del Paine National Park.

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord

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from $16,630

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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.

• Experience adventure of Antarctica
• Visit research stations
• See incredible polar wildlife
• Hop on Zodiacs for outings

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from $23,550

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In-depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition

23 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

Starts / Ends

Chile / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Antarctica, the Falklands, and South Georgia on this 23-day MS Fram cruise. Discover diverse wildlife, and visit historic sites like Grytviken. Experience expert-led lectures, Citizen Science programs, and outdoor adventures, including kayaking and hiking.

• Explore Santiago, Chile
• Discover the Falkland Islands
• Visit historic Grytviken site
• Join expert lectures

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from $21,995

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Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands

19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Board luxurious Le Lyrial on an exciting 19-day expedition cruise to Antarctica. After a flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina, at the tip of South America, depart toward the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before cruising the Drake Passage and the expansive glaciers and wildlife-rich shorelines of the Antarctic peninsula.

• Learn more about Ernest Shackleton
• Set off on Zodiac excursions
• Explore historic, South Georgia
• Explore Falkland Islands

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from $14,599

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Discovery cruise aboard World Voyager cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Daily landings offer rare wildlife, active adventures, and changing landscapes—each selected by the Captain to maximize your expedition.

• Spot whales and seabirds
• Visit Elephant Island
• Explore Deception Island
• Cross Drake Passage

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