Drake Passage Antarctica Whale Watching Cruises

from $16,995

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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 15-day Antarctic expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, starting in Ushuaia. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and thrilling activities like paddling and snorkeling before returning with unforgettable memories of this remote wilderness.

• Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Enjoy included activities
• Spot Antarctica’s icebergs

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from $16,995

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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Explore Antarctic wildlife
• Enjoy included activities
• Attend lectures

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from $14,895

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Snorkeling, Skiing

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 12-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle and explore the breathtaking Antarctic landscape. Experience adventure through Zodiac navigation, land on the continent, and enjoy unique activities under the vibrant polar skies.

• Hone your photography skills
• Explore the Drake Passage
• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Experience Antarctica’s wonders

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from $11,680

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Antarctic Peninsula In Depth

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Take a 15-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on board the SH Vega and encounter well-known sites and unexpected discoveries. Explore the Peninsula's glaciers, and encounter diverse wildlife. Admire Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, and elephant seals.

• Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness glaciers and wildlife
• Enjoy whale watching
• Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean

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from $10,950

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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Ortelius on this 13-day deep south cruise to the Polar Circle round trip from Ushuaia. Experience stunning Antarctic landscapes and encounter incredible wildlife like penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales. Get up close to incredible wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, and leopard seals.

• Explore wildlife
• Discover South Shetland Islands
• Witness humpback and minke whales
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula

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from $7,750

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Antarctica - Whale Watching Discovery and Learning Voyage

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Arakur Ushuaia

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Ushuaia on an 11-day Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard Ortelius, crossing the Drake Passage to explore glaciers, icy bays, and wildlife-rich sites like Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Port Lockroy. Spot whales, seals, and penguins, and enjoy Zodiac cruises and possible snowshoeing in this polar wonderland.

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Visit Port Lockroy
• Spot penguins and seals
• Meet gentoo penguins

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from $14,195

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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 10-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience the thrill of sailing the Drake Passage and witness the breathtaking beauty of this untouched paradise.

• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Witness Antarctica’s icebergs

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from $8,395

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Highlights of the Southern Spring

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-Day Highlights of the Southern Spring Cruise Ushuaia roundtrip 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.

• Sail the historic Beagle Channel
• Cross the iconic Drake Passage
• Witness penguins in early spring
• Try camping on Antarctic snowfields

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from $13,410

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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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

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from $13,410

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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.

• Embark on Zodiacs
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Look out for wildlife
• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes

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from $10,995

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Quest for the Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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

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from $8,200

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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day Antarctica Beyond the Polar Circle Cruise aboard MV Hondius, starting from Ushuaia. Encounter humpback whales, explore Livingston Island, Deception Island, and more. Experience Zodiac cruises amidst glaciers, witness penguin colonies and dive into the Melchior Islands.

• Discover Ushuaia
• Admire unique widllife
• Visit the epic Neko Harbour
• Sail through the Lemaire Channel

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from $19,195

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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Sylvia Earle to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Take a flight over the Drake Passage to maximize your time for exploration on the remarkable White Continent.

• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Explore wildlife
• Zodiac cruises
• Explore the unexplored

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from $14,995

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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 10-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, beginning in Ushuaia and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula via the Drake Passage. Experience thrilling Zodiac excursions, stunning wildlife, and breathtaking scenery.

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Venture through Lake Escondido
• Spot marine life on Drake Passage
• Witness Antarctic icebergs

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from $9,595

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Halal Cruise - South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing, Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Antarctica on a 10-day Halal-certified round-trip cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Albatros. Enjoy Halal-certified dining, an alcohol-free setting, and Muslim-friendly amenities, including ladies-only sauna hours. Explore sites like Paradise Bay, Cuverville Island, and Wilhelmina Bay while spotting penguins and whales from Zodiacs.

• Experience a Halal-certified cruise
• Cruise Gerlache Strait glaciers
• Spot penguins & seals on Cuverville
• Explore Deception Island's volcano

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from $18,295

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring stunning icebergs, wildlife, and historic sites. Experience Zodiac excursions and expert-led lectures, returning with a newfound appreciation for Antarctica’s beauty.

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Admire views of Lake Escondido
• Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
• Enjoy Zodiac excursions

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from $18,895

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Spirit of Antarctica: In Partnership with New Scientist

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia, perfect for nature and science enthusiasts. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife, expert talks, and flexible itineraries tailored to weather and sightings.

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Admire views of Lake Escondido
• Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
• Participate in citizen science

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from $11,695

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Best of Antarctica In Depth

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Hiking, Camping, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Best of Antarctica In Depth on a 13-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the stunning landscapes of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Take part in daily Zodiac excursions, hike icy terrain, and spot penguins, whales, and seals in their natural habitat.

• Discover South Shetland Islands
• Spot whales, seals, and seabirds
• Hike icy Antarctic terrain
• Join snowshoeing and camping

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