Drake Passage Wildlife & Safari Trips

from $19,795

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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• 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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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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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. 

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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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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Kayaking, 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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from $11,795

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Christmas in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Sail through the Beagle Channel
• Cross Drake Passage
• Spot whales in Antarctic waters
• Celebrate Christmas in icy beauty

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Antarctica's breathtaking glaciers and diverse wildlife, including penguins and seals. Enjoy festive Christmas traditions in this stunning wilderness before returning with unforgettable memories.

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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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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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from $18,610

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Antarctica's landscape
• Explore South Georgia's wildlife
• Experience the Falkland Islands
• See Valdes Peninsula's wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to whales. Visit South Georgia, home to king penguins and elephant seals, then the Falkland Islands with rugged shores and seabirds. End at Valdes Peninsula, where orcas hunt and guanacos roam.

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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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Variable

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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from $20,795

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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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Variable

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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from $42,495

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

Dunedin - Ushuaia - 34 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Cross Antarctic waters
• Witness Ross Sea’s ice shelves
• Encounter Macquarie’s landscapes
• Explore Dunedin’s coastal charm

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Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Join this 34-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the subantarctic islands and the Ross Sea, starting in Dunedin. Experience penguins, albatrosses, and glaciers while crossing the Antarctic Circle, concluding your adventure in Ushuaia.

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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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Variable

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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from $27,700

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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 28 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $67,440

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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• Explore Buenos Aires districts
• Admire Ushuaia’s rugged peaks
• Traverse the Drake Passage
• Witness Antarctic wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Join a 23-day cruise on Scenic Eclipse from Buenos Aires to Antarctica, exploring stunning landscapes and wildlife with expert guidance. Experience the Beagle Channel, encounter penguins and seals, and visit South Georgia and the Falklands before returning to Buenos Aires.

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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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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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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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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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Variable

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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from $27,195

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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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Variable

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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from $14,850

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Observe southern right whales
• Discover the Falkland´s culture
• Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent

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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Antarctica's marvelous scenery, unique wildlife, and significant historical sites are just some of the highlights that await you. On this 21-day adventure voyage, discover the Falkland Islands and South Georgia on board the MV Janssonius. Carcass Island, Grave Cove, Fortuna Bay, and Grytviken are just a few of the sights visited.

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from $14,850

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctic Peninsula

21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Observe southern right whales
• Discover the Falkland´s culture
• Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent

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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Discover the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the MV Plancius on this 21-day adventure cruise. The marvelous scenery, unique wildlife, and exploration of great historical sites are some of the highlights that wait for you on Antarctica.

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