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Experience the wonders of Antarctica and the South Orkney Islands with Adventure Life's array of 14 small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through icy waters and stunning mountain scenery, where you can witness captivating wildlife, admire gigantic icebergs, and navigate through the Lemaire Channel. From exploring Elephant Island to sailing through the Weddell Sea, each moment offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of the region. Engage in whale watching, wildlife viewing, and kayaking while surrounded by the natural splendor that has inspired explorers for generations. With prices starting at $9,990 to $102,100, begin your adventure to the South Orkney Islands and Elephant Island today and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Adele Penguin King of the Hill
from $14,599
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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Cross the iconic Drake Passage
  • Wildlife of South Shetland Islands
  • Deception and Elephant Island
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 12-day Exploring the Last Continent cruise board the World Traveller, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Cross the Drake Passage to Antarctica, exploring wildlife and volcanic landscapes in the South Shetland Islands, with possible stops at Deception Island and Elephant Island. The trip continues to the Antarctic Peninsula and ends in Ushuaia.
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from $24,695
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In Shackleton’s Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Retrace Shackleton's steps
  • Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
  • Explore South Georgia's wildlife
  • Hike from Fortuna Bay to Stromness
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Photography Seminars, Kayaking
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Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise, retracing Shackleton's odyssey through the Antarctic Peninsula, Weddell Sea, Elephant Island, and South Georgia. Explore icebergs and observe South Georgia's diverse wildlife. Conclude with a hike from Fortuna Bay to the abandoned Stromness whaling station, following Shackleton's final leg across South Georgia.
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Abandoned whaling village of Stromness, South Georgia
from $15,995
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Antarctica and South Georgia Air-Cruise

18 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Chile’s Frei Station
  • Admire Antarctica's natural beauty
  • Observe unique birdlife
  • Visit Grytviken & Prion Island
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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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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Landscape during Antarctica tour
from $18,900
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South Georgia and Antarctica - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Marvel at spectacular icebergs
  • Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
  • Enjoy Zodiac excursions
  • Follow the history of Shackleton
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Santiago / Puerto Williams
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Variable
This 17-day Antarctic trip on Silver Cloud takes you to South Georgia, the Antarctic Sound, the Antarctic Peninsula, and Elephant Island, where you might encounter seabirds, whales, penguins, glaciers, and icebergs.
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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
  • 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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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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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.
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Rockhopper penguin sighting
from $14,500
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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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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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King penguins on South Georgia
from $30,295
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover Drake Passage
  • Spot Antarctic Peninsula’s fjords
  • Visit Elephant Island’s shores
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Set sail on a 20-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, retracing Shackleton’s path through the Antarctic. Explore stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and enjoy guided excursions, culminating in a scenic return to Ushuaia.
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Colony of black-browed albratross on the Falklands
from $9,990
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Classic Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica

22 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Embark the MV Ushuaia for a classic 22-day expedition to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter abundant and diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems on this voyage of a lifetime!
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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $16,950
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • See Commerson’s Dolphins
  • Visit whaling and sealing station
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Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join MV Hondius on a 23-day sailing adventure that allows you to discover and explore Antarctica, passing from the Falkland Island to Polar Circle. Experience some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth and enjoy close encounters with Gentoo and Adélie penguins, brown skuas, leopard seals, along with humpback and minke whales.
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Penguins at the Weddell Sea
from $26,500
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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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Helicopter Tours
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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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Pair of King penguins on an Antarctica cruise
from $22,100
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Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Marvel at spectacular icebergs
  • Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
  • Enjoy Zodiac excursions
  • Follow the history of Shackleton
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Santiago / Puerto Williams
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Variable
Visit South Georgia, the Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula, and Elephant Island on this 20-day exploration cruise. Witness diverse seabirds, whales, penguins, and marvel at the fantastic scenery of glaciers and icebergs aboard the Silver Cloud Expedition.
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Penguin colony near Ushuaia
from $12,599
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • See massive glaciers and icebergs
  • Deception and Elephant Island
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Antarctic cruise aboard World Navigator. Each day brings new discoveries as you explore one of the most remote places on Earth.
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Chinstrap penguins chasing each other across the volcanic landscape
from $12,199
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Deception Island caldera
  • Explore Yankee Harbor
  • Spot Gentoo penguin colonies
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Explore Antarctica on a 13-day expedition cruise aboard World Traveller and experience remote landings, Zodiac safaris, and rare wildlife encounters as your Captain navigates ice-filled waters. Discover volcanic caldera on Deception Island, penguin colonies on Barrientos Island, and massive glaciers in Cierva Cove.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $20,399
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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Spot Adelie penguin colonies
  • Explore rugged coast by Zodiac
  • Walk along Puerto Madryn’s cliffs
  • Spot Gentoo penguins
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Relaxed
Embark on a 20-day Antarctic & Falklands Adventure cruise aboard World Navigator. Travel aboard an expedition ship, exploring icy coastlines, penguin-covered beaches, and remote Patagonian outposts. This immersive voyage invites you to experience some of the planet’s most remote and awe-inspiring destinations.
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