Top South Shetland Islands Trips & Tours

Join an 11-day Antarctica cruise on the Douglas Mawson, crossing the Drake Passage for a true explorer's experience. Enjoy daily excursions to penguin rookeries and ice-filled bays while encountering diverse wildlife and optional adventure activities.

Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, blending adventure with scientific exploration. Enjoy flexible itineraries, wildlife encounters, and engaging lectures while navigating stunning icy landscapes.

From Ushuaia, Argentina enjoy a true polar expedition to the northernmost tip of Antarctica on this round trip 20-day small ship cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer. Visit the remote Falkland Islands and see South Georgia's incredible wildlife as you immerse in the icy realm of the Antarctic. Glacier treks and zodiac excursions highlight the journey.

Travel 20 days from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Explorer. Cross the Strait of Magellan and sail to the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), South Georgia, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit Port Stanley, Grytviken, Salisbury Plain, St. Andrews Bay, and the South Shetland Islands.

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.

Set sail on a 20-day voyage from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Discoverer. Cross the Strait of Magellan, explore Saunders Island and Port Stanley, and cruise to South Georgia’s king penguin colonies. Visit Grytviken, St. Andrews Bay, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula before ending in Ushuaia.

Join a 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia, perfect for nature and science enthusiasts. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife, expert talks, and flexible itineraries tailored to weather and sightings.

Embark on a 21-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, home to diverse wildlife. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes and complete your journey with the iconic Drake Passage crossing.

Sail on this 11-Day Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals cruise Buenos Aires roundtrip aboard the World Voyager. Witness breathtaking glaciers, towering icebergs, and diverse wildlife. Join expert scientists in marine research, participate in citizen science programs, and listen to underwater whale vocalizations via hydrophones.

Meet thousands of penguins and other wildlife on this 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise aboard MV Hondius. Explore remote landscapes and possible sites like Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound in one of the world’s most extreme environments.

Take an 11-day trip from Ushuaia, Argentina to Punta Arenas, Chile aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica by Zodiac, and visit the South Shetland Islands and King George Island. Observe penguins, seals, and whales, and learn from onboard experts during the journey.

Embark on a 20-day expedition from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula aboard Ocean Victory. Visit the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and South Shetlands. Observe penguins, seals, albatross, and whales. Explore historic sites like Grytviken, kayak in quiet inlets, and enjoy deck views of glaciers, icebergs, and rugged polar landscapes.