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from $26,895
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore Stanley, East Falkland
  • Cruise scenic bays and channels
  • See Grytviken Whaling Station
  • View bird colonies and seal wallows
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars
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This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MV Discoverer 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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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $19,795
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Cross Southern Ocean’s expanse
  • Observe South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Visit Grytviken’s whaling station
  • Explore Ushuaia’s scenic waterfront
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 21-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, home to diverse wildlife. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes and complete your journey with the iconic Drake Passage crossing.
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Zodiac cruise
from $21,295
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Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Sail the Drake Passage
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Look for minke and humpback whales
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Take the Polar Plunge
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Helicopter Tours
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Join this 14-day Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle cruise aboard World Voyager. Embark on an unforgettable Antarctic adventure. Explore Buenos Aires, cruise through the Beagle Channel, cross the Drake Passage, and encounter wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula and beyond.
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Blue and turquoise color ice of glacier face and reflections in calm water of Drygalski Fjord, South Georgia Island.
from $30,095
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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • See South Georgia's wildlife
  • Visit Grytviken whaling station
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula glaciers
  • Join Zodiac excursions
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Citizen Science
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Sail on an 18-day Antarctic expedition aboard World Voyager from Buenos Aires. Explore South Georgia’s penguin colonies & abandoned whaling stations, witness tabular icebergs, cruise among seals & whales, and experience calving glaciers. Enjoy Zodiac excursions, expert-led presentations, & optional paddling adventures in this remote wilderness.
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Glacier trekking
from $27,695
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Ultimate New Year’s: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
  • View icebergs, seabirds, and whales
  • Board Zodiacs for shore excursions
  • Travel to 66º33´S
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Ring in the New Year on a 23-day Antarctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience stunning wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and celebrate with a toast while aiming to cross the Antarctic Circle.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $26,699
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Cruise Antarctica by Zodiac
  • Spot penguins and seals
  • Visit South Georgia sites
  • Discover Falkland Islands
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Hiking, Local Market Visits
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Travel aboard Seabourn Pursuit on a 22-day expedition to Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands. Start in Buenos Aires, fly to Ushuaia, and explore remote polar regions with expert-led Zodiac landings.
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The glaciers plung straight into the water at times.
from $15,295
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore vibrant Ushuaia
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Witness towering Antarctic glaciers
  • Kayak in Antarctica's serene bays
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Embark on a 15-day expedition to and from Ushuaia aboard the Sea Spirit, departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Encounter whales, penguins, and spectacular glaciers.
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Iceberg Flow during Trip to the Antarctic Peninsula
from $33,740
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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Observe New Island penguins
  • Visit South Georgia’s Gold Harbor
  • Observe whales, seals, and seabirds
  • Explore Salisbury Plain
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Buenos and Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters, glaciers, and historic polar routes.
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A leopard seal peeks at us over ice
from $17,400
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Experience Falkland culture
  • Observe wandering albatross
  • Spot fin whales from the ship
  • Visit the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
This 19-day cruise onboard the Ortelius takes you to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. The gorgeous scenery and plentiful wildlife combine to make it one of the most aesthetically breathtaking in the world. Tens of thousands of penguins and fin whales call the cold seas home.
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Rockhopper penguin sighting
from $15,100
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Get a taste of Falklands history
  • See four S.Georgia penguin species
  • Discover the South Orkney Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Embark on a 19-day cruise from Ushuaia to see black-browed albatrosses in the Falkland Islands, explore Port Stanley, visit South Georgia's king penguin colonies, marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs, and meet elephant seals. Experience an unforgettable adventure aboard the Ortelius!
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Rockhopper penguins
from $57,990
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Visit the Falkland Islands
  • Explore South Georgia
  • Relive Shackleton's epic journey
  • View impressive Antarctic wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a 20-day Antarctic expedition cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse II, starting and ending in Buenos Aires. Explore captivating wildlife and historic sites in the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before concluding your journey in the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula.
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A huge colony of king penguins.
from $28,595
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Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore the Falkland Islands
  • Meet three species of penguins
  • Watch for whales and seals
  • Kayak or swim in Antarctic waters
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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From Ushuaia, Argentina enjoy a true polar expedition to the northernmost tip of Antarctica on this round trip 20-day small ship cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer. Visit the remote Falkland Islands and see South Georgia's incredible wildlife as you immerse in the icy realm of the Antarctic. Glacier treks and zodiac excursions highlight the journey.
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