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A trip to South Georgia in the remote southern Atlantic Ocean reveals 9,000-foot peaks and some 160 glaciers among converging ocean currents that feed some of the highest densities of marine life on the planet. It is a stop on many Antarctic tours, along with the Falkland IslandsSouth Georgia Island is known for its large populations of king penguins, seals, and a variety of sea birds, including diving petrels and majestic albatrosses. Around the island, you can see mighty Southern right whales breaching the water. Then head to the Antarctic Peninsula to follow in the footsteps of Shackleton himself, whose crew were rescued in South Georgia after floating 800 miles in a life raft from Elephant Island. Contact one of our Antarctic cruise experts for help planning the perfect trip to South Georgia. 
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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands $35,019 22 Oct 30, 2025 This extraordinary 22-day Antarctica expedition takes you to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Enjoy an extra day at the Peninsula by flying from the Falkland Islands back to the mainland. Take full advantage of rare wildlife sightings, watching whales feed off the bow or perfect conditions for a late day kayaking excursion.
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Antarctica Complete $36,095 23 Feb 07, 2027 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.
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Antarctica Complete (Christmas and New Year) $36,095 23 Dec 17, 2026 Join this 23-day cruise from Ushuaia on the Douglas Mawson, celebrating Christmas while exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience wildlife-rich subantarctic islands, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking landscapes for the ultimate polar adventure.
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Antarctica Complete $32,295 23 Dec 20, 2025 Explore Antarctica along with South Georgia and the Falkland - Malvinas islands on this 23-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Enjoy the wildlife experiences and the unique adventures while on this journey to the deep south.
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Antarctica and South Georgia Air-Cruise $15,995 18 Mar 08, 2026 Let the clear Antarctic air fill your lungs on this magical 18-day cruise aboard the brand new Magellan Explorer. Admire the spectacular landscapes ad unique wildlife of one of the most remote locations on the planet. Starting in Punta Arenas, discovering Antarctica, South Georgia and finally disembarking back in Ushuaia.
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia $33,295 23 Jan 18, 2026 From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula $32,295 23 Dec 27, 2025 Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring South Georgia, the Falklands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Delve into the islands' rich history, observe diverse wildlife, and witness king penguin colonies before returning to Ushuaia.
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands $57,990 20 Nov 22, 2025 Join a 20-day cruise from Buenos Aires aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring remote polar destinations like the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience diverse wildlife, historic sites, and dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable expedition.
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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams $22,300 20 Nov 04, 2025 Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Silver Wind, visiting the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Elephant Island, rich in wildlife and history—Experience Antarctica’s remote wilderness for five days before returning via the Drake Passage.
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula $18,610 20 Feb 27, 2026 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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South Atlantic Cruise: from South Africa to Antarctica $15,580 22 Nov 14, 2025 This 22-day Africa to America Antarctic Epic Expedition Cruise departs from Cape Town, South Africa, and sails south to the Antarctic Peninsula. Along the way, see glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, such as penguins, seals, and whales. Visit some of the most important historical sites in Antarctica, including Port Lockroy and the Shackleton Icefall.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica $20,295 20 Oct 22, 2025 This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MS Seaventure 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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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari $27,195 18 Feb 01, 2026 Set sail on an 18-day expedition aboard the World Explorer to explore Antarctica and South Georgia, including a visit to Sir Ernest Shackleton's resting place. Encounter unique wildlife as you explore Ushuaia, South Georgia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and more. Explore abandoned whaling stations and hear captivating local stories.
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Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica $27,695 20 Nov 13, 2025 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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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari $25,295 18 Jan 24, 2026 Join this incredible 18-day cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer to Antarctica and South Georgia. Discover the unique wildlife and reflect at the resting place of the great explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton.
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South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey feat. South Sandwich Islands $28,895 24 Mar 04, 2026 Join a 24-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, the South Sandwich Islands, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and expert-led activities, concluding your adventure back in Ushuaia.
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula $27,195 23 Mar 11, 2026 Set sail on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands from Ushuaia. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich history with expert excursions and lectures.
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Grand Antarctica $20,999 20 Jan 07, 2026 Join this 20-day expedition cruise aboard the World Navigator from Ushuaia to explore Antarctica and its surrounding islands. Encounter diverse landscapes and wildlife beyond the Peninsula, including towering icebergs and rugged cliffs.
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure $17,195 23 Mar 10, 2027 Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, exploring vibrant cities and diverse wildlife, including penguins and whales. Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, and the bird-filled Falkland Islands before concluding your journey across the South Atlantic.
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Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia & Antarctica $14,995 20 Oct 29, 2025 Embark on a 20-day cruise exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Magellan Explorer. Spot diverse wildlife including king, gentoo, and rockhopper penguins, along with albatross and seals. Visit remote islands like Saunders, Carcass, and Elephant Island.
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  • Ponant operates thirteen luxurious Antarctic expedition voyages that visit South Georgia's magnificent glaciers and black-sand beaches, which are home to vast colonies of king penguins. Le Commandant Charcot, the world's first hybrid-electric polar exploration ship fueled by liquified natural gas and the latest addition to the company's fleet, now enables cruises of a kind never before undertaken. 
  • Silversea Cruises provides thirteen luxury 15- to 31-night voyages to South Georgia, including guided Zodiac expeditions with world-class experts. Four dining options, twenty Zodiacs, and ten kayaks create nearly endless possibilities aboard the freshly refurbished Silver Cloud, the expedition cruise line's most spacious and comfortable ice class vessel.
  • Lindblad Expeditions offers four Antarctic voyages that take you to the ninety-mile-long jagged peaks of South Georgia, home to truly majestic wildlife. The National Geographic Resolution, a fully-stabilized vessel of the highest ice class (PC5 Category A), allows adventurous visitors to go where few have or can. The revolutionary X-Bow®, a game-changing design, provides the smoothest, most comfortable ride in all situations, and eliminates bow impact, a quieter ride.
  • Quark Expeditions. Their South Georgia voyage includes a stop in Grytviken, formerly the island's main whaling station and now the site of legendary Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave. Another highlight is Fortuna Bay, which is home to icebergs, king penguins, Antarctic fur seals, elephant seals, brown skua, giant petrels, and Antarctic terns. The 199-guest Ultramarine is the company's newest addition to its fleet. It is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, twenty quick-launch Zodiacs, luxurious rooms, wellness services, and several outdoor wildlife watching areas.
  • Aurora Expeditions schedules their South Georgia trips during the peak breeding season for seals, penguins, elephant seals, and nesting albatrosses. Bring your camera if you want to observe penguins fighting sleeping seals or chicks shedding their non-waterproof feathers. Offshore, humpback and minke whales can be seen swimming in the rich waters of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. The Greg Mortimer is the first passenger ship to incorporate the groundbreaking Ulstein X-BOW®, which allows the ship to travel oceans more comfortably and effectively.
  • Oceanwide Expeditions has seventeen Antarctic cruise explorations to South Georgia on which you may view the world's largest black-browed albatross colony, as well as some of the greatest breeding colonies of king penguins and elephant seals – not to mention day after day of spectacular polar landscapes. Janssonius is its newest, most advanced Polar Class 6 cruise ship, which exceeds all the latest green requirements of the Polar Code. 
  • Antarctica 21Penguins, seals, albatrosses, and whales are just a few of the wildlife species travelers can expect to see during their Antarctic cruises to South Georgia, attracting the attention of historic explorers like Ernest Shackleton to present-day travelers who are passionate birders, avid photographers, and nature lovers. Magellan Explorer is a new and modern expedition vessel, custom-built to meet the newest Polar Code criteria for its Antarctic air-cruises.


 

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