Antarctica South Shetland Islands Cruises

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.

Embark on a 14-day Antarctica cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros from Ushuaia. Sail through the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and Drake Passage before exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Discover Antarctica by Zodiac, visiting penguin rookeries, seal colonies, and whale feeding grounds.

Embark on a 12-day Antarctic adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Explore the Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula with expert guides, thrilling Zodiac excursions, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Embark on an extraordinary 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the rich wildlife of this frozen world, including albatrosses, prions, petrels, penguins, seals, whales, and dolphins. Journey through the stunning landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, and South Shetland Islands.

This 8-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage roundtrip from Puerto Natales aboard National Geographic Orion offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to icy landscapes, spot wildlife, and enjoy expert-led activities like hiking, kayaking, and Zodiac cruising.

Set out on an 11-day Antarctica expedition cruise aboard MV Plancius, featuring long hikes, Zodiac excursions, and close-up wildlife encounters. Discover glaciers, penguin colonies, and historic sites from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula.

Join this 15-day Antarctic cruise from Ushuaia, delving into the vibrant culture before sailing through the Drake Passage aboard World Traveller. Explore breathtaking landscapes, cross the Antarctic Circle, and make unforgettable landings.

Embark on a 10-day Drake Express cruise aboard World Traveller, land at remote research stations, and witness abundant wildlife. This flexible itinerary brings you face-to-face with penguins, seals, and massive icebergs in some of the world’s most untouched places.

Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Discovery cruise aboard World Voyager cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Daily landings offer rare wildlife, active adventures, and changing landscapes—each selected by the Captain to maximize your expedition.