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Albatross nest amid rolling hills in Falkland Islands
from $20,395
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Join a Fly/Sail cruise expedition
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula glacier
  • Watch whales in Antarctic waters
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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia
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Snorkeling
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Embark on the 12-day Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Douglas Mawson. Fly over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience vast glaciers, penguins, seals, and whales. Take Zodiac cruises, photograph icebergs, and witness skuas.
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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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Camping
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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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Polar Athena navigates icy blue waters surrounded by drifting icebergs
from $14,495
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Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise - Sail One Way

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena
  • Fly to King George Island
  • Sail the Gerlache Strait
  • Zodiac cruise among icebergs
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Explore Antarctic highlights
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Puerto Natales / Ushuaia
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Join the MV Polar Athena 9-Day Antarctica Fly Cruise from Puerto Natales. Explore glaciers, iceberg-filled coves, and penguin colonies while sailing the Gerlache Strait and navigating remote Antarctic islands.
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Kayaking in antarctica
from $16,195
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 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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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer, opt for the quickest route to Antarctica, for a unique aerial preview of the vast and dramatic landscape. Continue the adventure by ship experiencing wildlife and natural wonders and then return through the Drake Passage.
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A humpback whale dives beneath the Antarctic waters
from $17,995
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard World Explorer, opt for the quickest route to Antarctica, for a unique aerial preview of the vast and dramatic landscape. Continue the adventure by ship experiencing wildlife and natural wonders and then return through the Drake Passage.
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Kayaking glassy waters around incredible icebergs
from $32,595
EBD $2000
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Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Punta Arenas attractions
  • Fly to King George
  • Land on penguin beaches
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Citizen Science
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Embark on an 11-day Antarctic adventure from Punta Arenas, flying to King George Island to board the World Voyager. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands by Zodiac and on foot, observe penguins and seals, cross the Antarctic Circle, and marvel at dramatic glaciers before returning to Punta Arenas.
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from $12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.
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from $6,795
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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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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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Two Glacier Mountains symmetrically reflecting in the Antarctic water
from $33,195
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South Georgia & Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Tour Punta Arenas' cultural sites
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Enter the remote Weddell Sea
  • Photograph glaciers and icebergs
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars
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Join a 20-day Fly/Sail photography expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the stunning landscapes of South Georgia and Antarctica. Capture breathtaking wildlife and surreal scenes in one of the world's most pristine environments, perfect for photographers of all skill levels.
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Abandoned whaling village of Stromness, South Georgia
from $15,995
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Antarctica and South Georgia Air-Cruise

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 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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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $20,900
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King George Island to King George Island

Antarctica Bridge - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Endeavour
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Fly straight to Antarctica
  • Discover King George Island
  • Observe Adelie Penguins
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Santiago / Punta Arenas
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Fly in style to the last continent and indulge in Antarctic beauty on this incredible 10-day cruise. Explore stunning shorelines, marvel at vast glaciers and sculptural icebergs, and spot vibrant wildlife such as whales, seals, albatrosses, and penguins.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $16,999
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Drake Express

King George Island Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Fly to King George Island
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Explore Deception Island’s
  • Witness Gentoo penguin rookeries
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on this 10-day expedition aboard World Voyager. Fly to King George Island, the unofficial capital of Antarctica, and explore the South Shetland Islands, rich with wildlife and stunning landscapes. Visit Elephant Island, Deception Island, and other remarkable sites. Experience the vast, icy expanse of the Antarctic Peninsula and more.
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Sea Explorer Air Cruises
from $19,495
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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Direct Flight to Antarctica
  • Wildlife Encounters in Antarctica
  • Sail through Ice-Filled Fjords
  • Expert-Led Zodiac Landings
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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The Classic Antarctica air-cruise offers an 8-day adventure from Punta Arenas, Chile, flying directly to Antarctica. Explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, sailing through ice-filled fjords and encountering penguins, seals, and whales. Enjoy Zodiac landings with expert guides before returning to Punta Arenas.
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Travelers on a zodiac tour in Antarctica
from $17,895
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
  • Marvel at giant icebergs
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Chinstrap penguins making some noise!
from $4,995
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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Visit the legendary Cape Horn
  • Attend presentations and lectures
  • Sail through ice-filled bays
  • Explore Antarctic bases & stations
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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The fastest possible trip to Antarctica, and one of most economical is this 6-day cruise/flight starting in Ushuaia. Sail the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and mythical Drake Passage to experience a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth - Antarctica! Return on a flight from King George Island to Patagonia's Punta Arenas, Chile.
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Albatross nest amid rolling hills in Falkland Islands
from $32,295
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore the Falkland Islands
  • South Georgia's king penguin
  • Go on Zodiac-cruises
  • Observe spectacular wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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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Air transportation
from $5,995
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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Visit the legendary Cape Horn
  • Attend presentations and lectures
  • Sail through ice-filled bays
  • Explore Antarctic bases & stations
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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The shortest possible trip to Antarctica is this 6-day cruise/flight aboard Magellan Explorer starting in Ushuaia, through the Beagle Channel, legendary Cape Horn, and the Drake Passage to experience a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth - Antarctica! Return on a flight from King George Island to Patagonia's Punta Arenas, Chile.
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from $14,395
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Antarctic Explorer Express - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Fly across the Drake Passage
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover Lake Escondido’s views
  • Experience Antarctica’s wilderness
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Join this 9-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the stunning landscapes of Antarctica, starting from Ushuaia. Experience daily excursions, wildlife encounters, and optional activities like the polar plunge before concluding your journey in Punta Arenas.
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