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Adelie penguin on ice
from $11,795
EBD 20%
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Quest for the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Camping, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Quest for the Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula, and enjoy Zodiac excursions, penguin sightings, whale watching, and historic sites.
  • Visit the huts of Damoy Point
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Discover Deception Island volcano
  • Spot humpback whales surfacing
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Zodiac cruise in Antarctica
from $10,895
EBD 15
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New Year in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 12 days cruising and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula on the Polar Pioneer. Celebrate New Year's Eve amidst icebergs, glaciers, penguins, and whales on the seventh continent!
  • Camping experience in Antarctica
  • Enjoy feeding humpback whales
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Explore Gerlache Strait
  • Discover nesting colonies penguins
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from $15,895
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Antarctic Explorer Express - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on the Douglas Mawson, perfect for time-pressed travelers. Explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, encountering whales, penguins, and magnificent icy landscapes.
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Discover South Shetland wildlife
  • See penguins in Antarctic shores
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $9,600
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Point Wild
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Discover the Devil Island
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $12,445
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Journey to the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Witness wildlife in their habitat
  • Reach the Antarctic Circle
  • Enjoy kayaking & polar plunge
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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
Starts / Ends
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $18,095
EBD 15%
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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 19-day Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros from Ushuaia and back. Encounter British charm in Port Stanley. Head to South Georgia, a wildlife paradise, cross the Drake Passage, explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, then return via the Drake Passage to Ushuaia.
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
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Rockhopper penguins
from $20,195
EBD 15%
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Epic Falklands Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 19-day Epic Falklands Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica Cruise from Ushuaia roundtrip aboard the Ocean Victory. Sail through the legendary Beagle Channel toward the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands. Discover diverse penguin species, playful seals, and birdlife on remote outer islands.
  • Cross the iconic Beagle Channel
  • Spot penguins in Falkland Island
  • Cruise Antarctic Sound and Peninsul
  • Explore South Shetland Island
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A fleet of zodiacs will carry you to remote landscapes
from $36,095
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 23-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Ushuaia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and South Georgia. Experience onboard lectures, thrilling activities, and a traditional Fuegian barbecue before concluding your unforgettable journey in Ushuaia.
  • Traverse Drake Passage’s waters
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula beauty
  • Encounter South Georgia’s wildlife
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $10,499
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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 11-day Antarctic Discovery exploration cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard World Voyager. Highlights include navigating the famous Drake Passage & seeing hourglass dolphins, daily landings, & complimentary zodiac safaris. Watch for penguins hatching from late December to January, or search for orcas & sperm whales from January to March.
  • Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
  • Discover Beak Island and more
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • See Deception Island's
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A large penguin colony
from $15,555
EBD 20%
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Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
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.
  • 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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Nights in Ushuaia
from $13,900
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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Puerto Williams
Activity Level
Variable
This 12-day expedition aboard the ultra-luxury ship Silver Cloud leads you to one discovery after another. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands to the fullest with a complimentary program of small-group shore excursions led by an expert team of guides and lecturers. 
  • Marvel at spectacular icebergs
  • Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
  • Climb part of Cuverville’s hill
  • Zodiac cruise to see wildlife
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Penguin sighting in Antarctica
from $37,990
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Antarctica in Depth

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse from Buenos Aires, featuring guided excursions in stunning, remote landscapes. With expert guidance and diverse wildlife, this journey promises unique adventures in comfort and safety.
  • Explore Buenos Aires’ districts
  • Admire Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Navigate Beagle Channel
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
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Glacier up ahead, the scale is really hard to read.
from $15,665
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Ultimate Circle Crossing

Ushuaia Rountrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard MS Seaventure on this 15-day Antarctica cruise starting in Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, seals, and whales, cruise past colossal icebergs, and visit remote research stations. Experience the thrill of crossing the Antarctic Circle, joining the select few who venture this far south.
  • 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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Albatross in the arctic.
from $11,200
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Antarctica - Elephant Island - Weddell Sea - Polar Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
On this 15-day Antarctic expedition voyage aboard the MV Plancius, travel to remote polar coasts and witness magnificent scenery and animals. Explore Point Wild, Devil Island, Erebus, and Terror Gulf, as well as Vega Island. Continue your exploration of the Orleans Strait, Port Monuments, Crystal Sound, and the Yalour Islands.
  • Sail to legendary Elephant Island
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
  • Search for whales in polar waters
  • See stunning Weddell Sea
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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
from $9,299
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Drake Fly & Sail

Ushuaia - King George Island - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
On this 10-day Drake Fly & Sail Cruise from Ushuaia to King George Island aboard the World Voyager, navigate the Drake Passage at the start of your Antarctic adventure, maximizing exploration time. Watch for whales from Water's Edge, and look for Gentoo penguins during a Zodiac safari. End the adventure with a flight back to mainland Chile.
  • Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
  • Sea Kayaking excursion
  • Encounter Gentoo penguins
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Antarctic landscape
from $29,795
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 21-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle, journeying from Ushuaia to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and expert-led excursions, concluding your adventure back in Ushuaia.
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover Antarctica’s wonders
  • Experience Falklands’ beauty
  • Encounter South Georgia’s wildlife
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $11,275
EBD 20%
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Celebrating Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Board the MS Seaventure for this 12-day cruise that takes you from Ushuaia, across the Drake Passage until you reach the Antarctic Peninsula where you will encounter unspoiled wildlife and scenery.
  • Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Encounter unforgettable wildlife
  • Cruise among icebergs
  • Stop to see historical sites
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