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Antarctica's Lemaire Channel is a place of unparalleled beauty and majesty, and what better way to experience it than on a whale-watching cruise? Adventure Life offers a range of tours for 2025 and 2026 that provide a rare opportunity to witness the grace and power of these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. From the 21-day Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica via Ushuaia tour to the 15-day Antarctic Peninsula In Depth cruise, these journeys offer unforgettable experiences, including small ship cruises, wildlife viewing, and photography seminars. Imagine sailing through the Beagle Channel, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, and witnessing breaching whales while surrounded by solitary ice. Embark on this extraordinary adventure and be part of a fantastic sailing experience that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime. To begin planning your seamless whale-watching expedition to Antarctica, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for expert assistance.
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
$10,095
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • Experience incredible Zodiac rides
  • Enjoy incomparable whale watching
  • Discover Deception Island
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Camping, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Landing on the Antarctic continent itself is a memorable highlight, where you can explore the iconic sights that make this one of the world’s most pristine, exotic, and unforgettable natural environments. Be part of a fantastic sailing adventure starting and ending in charming Ushuaia, the …
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$19,795
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica via Ushuaia

21 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Explore Stanley, East Falkland
  • Cruise scenic bays and channels
  • See Grytviken Whaling Station
  • View bird colonies and seal wallows
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia are home to some of the most unique and abundant wildlife on earth. With beaches covered in fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins, it’s one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience. …
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Winter Island Zodiac cruise with Aurora Expeditions
$16,995
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take a 15-day trip to Antarctica, roundtrip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore Antarctica’s natural beauty and join activities on the Antarctic Peninsula, including paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional activities like the polar plunge …
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$16,595
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Antarctic Peninsula In Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Discover famous sites
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience this 15-day expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Greg Mortimer, where you'll visit famous sites and possibly uncover new ones. Discover the wonders of the peninsula during peak summer, when young penguin chicks grow rapidly, fur seal pups are weaned, and …
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Penguins on an ice formation
$10,195
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The Antarctic Adrenaline Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore vibrant Patagonian city
  • Conquer the legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctic Convergence
  • Marvel at Antarctica's wonders
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Adrenaline Adventure cruise aboard Ocean Albatros. Arrive in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, and explore Patagonia or venture into Tierra del Fuego's raw nature. Board the vessel, navigate the Beagle Channel, and conquer the challenging Drake Passage …
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$40,290
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Beyond the Antarctic Circle

13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Drake Passage
  • Explore Andean mountains
  • Watch hundreds of penguins
  • Enjoy breaching whales
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 13-day Beyond the Antarctic Circle adventure onboard the Scenic Eclipse. Start your exploration of inspiring landscapes surrounded by solitary ice where you immerse yourself in to the unique wildlife living off the krill rich waters. Start your journey in Buenos Aires and explore the …
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Iceberg near Paulet Island
$11,498
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The Great White Continent

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Sail to Antarctica
  • Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings
  • Watch Zodiacs cruising icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 12-day cruise to the Great White Continent aboard the Seabourn Venture! Start your journey in Buenos Aires, known as the "Paris of South America." Next, jet off to Ushuaia, the southernmost city on Earth, affectionately dubbed "the end of the world." From there, set …
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1800's whaling station
$28,895
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover South Georgia's wildlife
  • Discover Antarctica
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
  • Discover seals
  • Explore Falklands-Malvinas
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore South Georgia and Antarctic Odyssey on this 20-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. On this journey, you'll experience the finest aspects of the Antarctic Peninsula and the captivating wildlife sanctuary of South Georgia. You'll have the chance to …
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Iceberg near Paulet Island
$10,799
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The Great White Continent

12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Sail to Antarctica
  • Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings
  • Watch Zodiacs cruising icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 12-day cruise to the Great White Continent aboard the Seabourn Pursuit! Start your journey in Buenos Aires, known as the "Paris of South America." Next, jet off to Ushuaia, the southernmost city on Earth, affectionately dubbed "the end of the world." From there, set …
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$22,595
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore the Iceberg Alley
  • Explore Shackleton's expedition
  • Discover King penguins
  • Explore Fortuna Bay and Stromness
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 20-day In Shackleton's Footsteps Expedition Cruise Roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Greg Mortimer, start your exploration from the top of the Peninsula and venture into the Weddell Sea to reach Elephant Island, where Sir Ernest Shackleton's crew lived for several months. Finally, you will …
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King Penguins at Fortuna Bay, South Georgia
$26,795
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Falklands-Malvinas
  • Discover South Georgia
  • Lookout for wondrous wildlife
  • Watch for whale-sightings
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 21-Day South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey Expedition Cruise Roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Sylvia Earle, explore the highlights of both the Antarctic Peninsula and the captivating wildlife sanctuary of South Georgia. Explore the historical Falklands-Malvinas islands and be amazed by the …
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Kayak Antarctica
$20,295
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Explore Stanley, East Falkland
  • Cruise scenic bays and channels
  • See Grytviken Whaling Station
  • View bird colonies and seal wallows
Starts / Ends:
Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia are home to some of the most unique and abundant wildlife on earth. With beaches covered in fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins, it’s one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience. …
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
$6,300
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Antarctica – Whale watching discovery and learning voyage

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctica's glaciers
  • Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
  • Search for whales in polar waters
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic whale-watching discovery and learning cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Experience the Drake Passage's cool breezes and potential whale sightings. Encounter albatrosses and petrels as you cross the Antarctic Convergence. Visit Danco Island for penguins and seals, Neko …
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The pristine and remote landscape of the Falkland Islands
$38,520
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Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 22 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Witness colonies of king penguins
  • Encounter rare wildlife
  • Explore three distinct regions
  • Trace the story of Ernest Shackleto
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 22-day expedition in the Southern Ocean and immerse in a stunning wilderness. It's an area where nature's grandeur rivals even the vast migrations of Africa. This expedition offers the chance to see a king penguin colony. Additionally, one can observe albatross colonies on …
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Jumping penguins
$10,400
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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Marguerite Bay

15 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Dive the blue Antarctic waters
  • Pass through The Gullet
  • View minke and humpback whales
  • Zodiac cruise among glaciers
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Antarctic adventure aboard the Ortelius, venturing beyond the Polar Circle to Marguerite Bay. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, known as the "End of the World," your journey begins with breathtaking views of the Beagle Channel. As you traverse the Drake Passage, …
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Antarctic landscape
$17,995
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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Sail the Drake Passage
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Set foot on the 7th Continent
  • Look for minke and humpback whales
  • Visit iconic landing sites
  • Take the Polar Plunge
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on this 14-Day Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer. Start the trip in Ushuaia, Argentina, and end in Punta Arenas, Chile. Travel through the Drake Passage before reaching the Antarctic Peninsula. The expedition is led by a …
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Gentoo Penguin with two babies on Sea Lion Island
$16,195
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure : Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Join this ultimate wildlife cruise
  • Discover incomparable landscapes
  • Visit Shackleton's resting place
  • Explore Stanley, Falkland Islands
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Sea Spirit will take you on an extended Antarctic tour that includes the Falkland Islands and South Georgia. Witness the untouched beauty of one of the world's most remote regions. Depart from Ushuaia and pass through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Southern Ocean. Spend 23 …
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