Antarctica South Shetland Islands Cruises

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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Fly across the Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Witness Antarctic Peninsula glacier
• Watch whales in Antarctic waters

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Snorkeling

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Experience a 9-day Antarctic Fly/Sail expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. Discover majestic granite peaks, massive glaciers, and vibrant wildlife, including penguin colonies and seals, with fewer days at sea.

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from $13,395

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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Punta Arenas - Buenos Aires - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Fly to King George Island
• Spot whales and penguins
• Cross the legendary Drake
• Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
• Cruise the Antarctic Peninsula

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Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Explore the Antarctic on this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard World Voyager. Explore the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where you'll encounter towering glaciers, massive icebergs, and diverse wildlife, including penguins, whales, and seals.

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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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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Fly to King George Island
• Spot whales and penguins
• Cross the legendary Drake
• Witness glaciers calving

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Explore the Antarctic on this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, and witness towering glaciers, massive icebergs, and incredible wildlife, including penguins, whales, and seals.

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from $14,995

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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV 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 $9,390

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Polar Circle Quest

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• Discover the Antarctic peninsula
• Spot varied wildlife
• Enjoy a full program of lectures
• Explore south for the Polar Circle

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

This 12-day small ship cruise to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia sails to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands from Ushuaia, Argentina. Conditions permitting, navigate some of the most beautiful waterways on the planet: the Gerlache Strait, Errera Channel, Neumayer Channel, and the extremely narrow Lemaire Channel.

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from $20,095

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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
• Visit Antarctic research sites
• Experience polar plunge

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving

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Variable

Join this 13-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy expert-led outings while crossing the iconic Drake Passage and Cape Horn.

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from $18,695

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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Spot Antarctic Peninsula icebergs
• Explore Tierra del Fuego’s valleys
• Visit Antarctic historic huts

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Skiing

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Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle to explore remote icy landscapes. Experience stunning glaciers, vibrant wildlife, and historic sites while navigating pack ice and iceberg-laden waters.

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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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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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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Witness Antarctic wildlife
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Presentations by polar experts
• Cruise in a Zodiac

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage. Encounter whales and penguins en route to the Antarctic Peninsula's northernmost tip. Despite the initial overwhelming silence, vibrant wildlife and fellow adventurers will deepen your appreciation for Antarctica's extremes.

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from $5,490

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Classic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• View vast penguin rookeries
• Explore the pristine wilderness
• Navigate narrow passages
• Cross the infamous Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

This classic small ship cruise to Antarctica lets you follow in the footsteps of the early Antarctic explorers like Shackleton, Cook & Ross. Explore amazing Antarctic scenery - pristine wilderness of sea, snow, ice, mountains, and an incredible abundance of wildlife on this 10-day Antarctic cruise on the MV Ushuaia which houses only 88 passengers.

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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer

• Visit the South Shetland Islands
• Drake Passage navigation
• Explore Puerto Williams
• Chance to visit Cape Horn

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

The Antarctica Express Air cruise is a compact 6-day expedition aboard Magellan Discoverer. Begin in Punta Arenas, Chile, with a flight to King George Island to explore penguin colonies, ice-filled bays, and Antarctic wildlife. Sail through the Drake Passage, spot seabirds and whales, and, weather permitting, land at Cape Horn. Conclude in Ushuaia.

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Classic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Navigate beautiful waterways
• Visit an Antarctic station

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

The Antarctic Peninsula’s remarkable history provides you with a type of excitement often only associated with the early explorers. Enjoy plenty of time to explore its amazing scenery, a pristine wilderness of snow, ice, mountains, and waterways, and an incredible variety of wildlife on this 11-day polar voyage aboard MV Ushuaia.

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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Witness Antarctic wildlife
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Visit research stations
• Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
• Witness massive icebergs

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition aboard World Voyager. Antarctic cruise, exploring Ushuaia, the Drake Passage, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, whales, and breathtaking ice landscapes on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

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from $15,665

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Best of Antarctica's Whale Season

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Discover Ushuaia’s museums
• Cross legendary Drake Passage
• Witness Antarctica’s seascapes
• Spot whales in Antarctic waters

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 12-day Antarctic expedition cruise on the MS Seaventure, focusing on peak whale-watching season. Experience diverse wildlife, including penguins, seals, and humpback whales, with expert guides leading daily excursions.

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from $14,495

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New Year's Antarctic Circle Crossing

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Visit Damoy Point huts
• Spot whales in Wilhelmina
• Explore Deception Island
• Discover South Shetlands

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Camping, Citizen Science

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day New Year’s Antarctic Circle Crossing aboard the Ocean Victory. Discover icy landscapes filled with penguins, whales, and seals. Explore historic research huts and awe-inspiring ice formations. This journey is an exceptional blend of adventure, discovery, and remarkable wildlife experiences.

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from $25,595

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Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Look for whales and seabirds
• Enjoy daily land excursions
• Cross the Circle and reach 66º33´ S

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Variable

On this 11-day journey onboard the Ocean Explorer, immerse yourself in the Antarctic landscape and experience the emotional roller coaster. Visit King George Island before embarking on a voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Cross the Antarctic Circle to arrive at 66º33´ S. Take pleasure in having reached a region of the world that relatively few people visit.

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from $13,195

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer

• Explore local bays and channels
• Scout for humpback & minke whales
• Experience a Polar Plunge swim
• Learn from on-board specialists

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

On this 11-day adventure to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula you'll cruise through sea ice, witness penguins building their nests, kayak along icebergs, and experience exhilarating encounters with abundant wildlife including penguins, seals and whales.

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