10-Day South Shetland Islands Cruises

Embark on a 10-Day Highlights of the Southern Spring cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Sail through the legendary Beagle Channel and brave the iconic Drake Passage. Experience wildlife encounters in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover the Gerlache Strait region, famous for its icy landscapes and marine life.

Experience the 10-day Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage Cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Natales on the National Geographic Explorer. Cruise outbound through the Drake Passage and return via a 2-hour flight from Antarctica, saving time at sea.

Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise to Antarctica aboard the Ocean Victory, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Experience breathtaking wildlife encounters and explore stunning ice formations with expert guides in one of Earth’s most untouched landscapes.

Board Ocean Albatros on this 10-day cruise to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Set foot on the Antarctic continent as well as sub-Antarctic islands and experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery, and gigantic icebergs of this remote region on this expedition cruise.

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, enjoying stunning wildlife and exquisite dining amidst glaciers. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula with daily landings, and fly back to South America, avoiding the Drake Passage.

Join a 10-day Antarctic Sail/Fly expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, featuring expert-led discussions and outdoor activities. Experience flexible itineraries for optimal wildlife encounters, from Zodiac cruises to penguin colony observations.

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.