South Shetland Islands and King George Island Whale Watching Cruises

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Across the Antarctic Circle - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Tour Punta Arenas' historic routes
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Sail close to legendary Cape Horn

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 12-day expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66°33' South to explore remote ice-filled regions rarely seen by travelers. Witness stunning landscapes, including towering icebergs, while observing whales and penguin colonies during thrilling daily outings.

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from $20,895

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Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Hone your photography skills
• Explore Punta Arenas vibrant scene
• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Fly over the Drake Passage

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 12-day Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Sylvia Earle. Discover stunning wildlife, majestic glaciers, and pristine landscapes as you cruise through the Antarctic Peninsula's icy bays.

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from $18,695

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Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Explore Punta Arenas vibrant scene
• Spot Antarctic icebergs
• Photograph glaciers and icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia

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Join a 12-day Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia on the Greg Mortimer. Discover stunning wildlife, majestic glaciers, and pristine landscapes as you cruise through the Antarctic Peninsula's icy bays.

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from $19,295

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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
• Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
• Visit historic huts on land

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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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Join an 11-day expedition on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the stunning western Antarctic Peninsula and the historically rich Weddell Sea. Ideal for adventurers, this journey navigates icy waters to discover unique geological wonders and dramatic frozen landscapes.

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from $17,295

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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard 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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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 $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

Activities

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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from $16,395

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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 $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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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 $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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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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Variable

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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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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Variable

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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from $32,595

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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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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Citizen Science

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Variable

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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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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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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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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from $22,995

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South Georgia and Antarctic Fly and Sail Cruise

Puerto Natales - Port Stanley - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena

• See King Penguins
• Visit Grytviken Cemetery
• Walk Salisbury Plain
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula

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Puerto Natales / Falkland Islands

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Experience a 16-day expedition aboard Admiralty Dream from Puerto Natales to Port Stanley. Fly to King George Island, navigate the Antarctic Peninsula, cross the Scotia Sea, explore South Georgia’s wildlife sites, and finish in the Falkland Islands. Daily outings, landings, and guided activities offer access to remote Antarctic environments.

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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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Variable

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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from $18,295

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Meet Antarctica´s wildlife
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• View Neko Harbor´s icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

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