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Explore the untamed wilderness of Antarctica, where a wildlife safari tour with Adventure Life sparks an unforgettable experience. Join one of our 211 trips in 2025 or 2026 and witness majestic animals such as whales, penguins, seals, and albatrosses in their natural habitats. Our Antarctica Wildlife Safaris start at $4,995 for adventures of 6 to 43 days, so take advantage of this unique opportunity! Get ready to dive into a wild, mysterious world brimming with life. Contact Adventure Life today and let them help you plan a seamless trip!
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Winter Island Zodiac cruise with Aurora Expeditions
from $16,995
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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from $16,995
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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from $11,000
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore wildlife
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Witness humpback and minke whales
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join the Ortelius on a 13-day Polar Circle cruise from Ushuaia to the deep south of Antarctica. See glaciers, ice-filled channels, and wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales, with a chance to witness the Southern Lights.
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A whale comes up to say hello
from $7,800
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Antarctica - Whale Watching Discovery and Learning Voyage

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Port Lockroy
  • Spot penguins and seals
  • Meet gentoo penguins
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Ushuaia / Arakur Ushuaia
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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.
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from $16,195
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Hone your photography skills
  • Explore the Drake Passage
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Experience Antarctica’s wonders
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Several kayakers make their way to the snowy shore.
from $18,295
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Tour the Andes Mountain Range
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Enjoy polar plunge in polar waters
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Join the 14-day Antarctica Active expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer from Ushuaia, which includes paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling in the voyage cost. Experience deep exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with these all-inclusive activities, plus standard Zodiac excursions and the unique opportunity to camp on the ice.
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Mirror-like waters in Paradise Bay
from $13,880
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Roundtrip Cruise to Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness glaciers and wildlife
  • Enjoy whale watching
  • Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Set sail on a 15-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Vega. Explore glaciers, icebergs, and penguin colonies. Enjoy enriching lectures, photography guidance, sea days with observation decks, and the unique landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Leopard seal resting on ice floe, looking at the photographer, blue sky, with icebergs in background, cloudy day, Antarctic peninsula
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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Sea lions at Beagle Channel
from $18,195
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Tour the Andes Mountain Range
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Experience polar plunge
  • Sail close to legendary Cape Horn
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join an 11-day Antarctic cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer, sailing from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage. Experience thrilling adventures like Zodiac cruises and landings on the Antarctic mainland for an unforgettable exploration.
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from $16,195
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Explore ice cliffs via Zodiac
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking
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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, experiencing the wild beauty of the continent like early explorers. Enjoy daily adventures, including guided Zodiac cruises through stunning ice formations and opportunities to explore penguin-populated landscapes.
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Stunning landscapes
from $16,195
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Tour the Andes Mountain Range
  • Watch out for Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy Zodiac on Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Photography Seminars
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Join this 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Sylvia Earle, where women actively engage in science and leadership. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and discussions on climate change alongside expert female guides.
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from $11,680
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Cruise to the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness glaciers and wildlife
  • Enjoy whale watching
  • Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Chinstrap Penguins during wildlife tour
from $15,530
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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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A large colony of King Penguins.
from $14,995
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Venture through Lake Escondido
  • Spot marine life on Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctic icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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from $14,295
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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego
  • Cross Drake Passage
  • Visit Cuverville Island
  • Hike Neko Harbour Glaciers
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Set out on a 13-day Ultimate Antarctica Experience cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Sail through the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Explore glaciers, penguin colonies, and icy bays by Zodiac. Spot whales and seals, hike snow-covered terrain, and visit historic sites.
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Albatross cruising the Drake Passage to Antarctica
from $14,120
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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Embark on Zodiacs
  • Visit research and whaling stations
  • Look out for wildlife
  • Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Zodiac cruising among icebergs
from $19,095
EBD $2000
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Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cross Weddell Sea
  • Visit Adélie Colonies
  • Join Zodiac excursions
  • Discover Volcanic Cliffs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Citizen Science
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Variable
Sail on a 12-day journey from Ushuaia on Ocean Explorer and cross the Drake Passage to reach towering ice, major penguin colonies, and historic sites across the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound. Experience Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewing, and striking geological features before returning to Ushuaia.
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Seals rest on a floating piece of ice
from $8,200
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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Discover Ushuaia
  • Admire unique widllife
  • Visit the epic Neko Harbour
  • Sail through the Lemaire Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Antarctica Beyond the Polar Circle Cruise aboard MV Hondius, starting from Ushuaia, with the chance to witness the Aurora Australis. Encounter humpback whales, explore Livingston and Deception Islands, and enjoy Zodiac cruises among glaciers, penguin colonies, and the icy waters of the Melchior Islands.
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