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Spotting penguin colonies on a zodiac excursion in Antarctica
from $16,150
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Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Observe southern right whales
  • Explore Stanley
  • Visit Carcass Island
  • Join Zodiac excursions
  • Cruise the Antarctica
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
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Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica on this 21-day expedition aboard MV Hondius. You travel from Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia, discover remarkable wildlife, join Zodiac excursions, and experience polar landscapes with an expert expedition team.
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St Andrew, South Georgia
from $16,150
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctic Peninsula

Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore the Falkland Islands
  • Visit South Georgia
  • Photograph polar wildlife
  • Discover Antarctica by Zodiac
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Puerto Madryn / Port of Ushuaia
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Experience a 21-day expedition aboard Plancius from Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia. Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula with Zodiac excursions, wildlife encounters, photography opportunities, and visits to remarkable polar landscapes.
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A lone Adelie penguin on an ice floe
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

King George Island to Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skip one Drake Passage crossing
  • Cruise the Antarctic Sound
  • Spot penguins and seals by Zodiac
  • See remote Antarctic landing sites
  • Explore Paulet Island
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Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Explore Antarctica on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator, starting with an overnight stay in Punta Arenas, before flying to King George Island. Skip one Drake Passage crossing and spend six days exploring the Antarctic Sound and Antarctic Peninsula. Join Zodiac excursions and shore landings to observe penguins, seals, glaciers, and icebergs.
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Sightseeing on South Georgia
from $41,495
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • See thousands of pairs of penguins
  • Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Enjoy Flightseeing tours
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.
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from $22,095
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Scuba Diving
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Board the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Sylvia Earle to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Take a flight over the Drake Passage to maximize your time for exploration on the remarkable White Continent.
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1800's whaling station
from $32,295
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Falklands’ beaches
  • Marvel at South Georgia’s glaciers
  • Spot Antarctica's wildlife
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Join a 20-day cruise on the Sylvia Earle, exploring Ushuaia, the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and expert-led activities, concluding with a flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
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sea kayaking in the waters of Antarctica
from $17,895
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Antarctic Explorer - Sail/Fly Expedition

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Observe Antarctic wildlife
  • Admire scenic Tierra del Fuego
  • Watch Antarctic Peninsula whales
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Join a 10-day cruise to Antarctica on the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. Experience vibrant marine life, towering glaciers, and large penguin colonies amid breathtaking ice-covered landscapes.
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Citizen Science Fjord Phyto
from $17,895
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Antarctic Explorer: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Lake Escondido
  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence
  • Zodiac the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Study the Southern Ocean
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Citizen Science
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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.
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Chinstrap penguin sighting
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

Ushuaia to King George Island - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Visit Ushuaia's Indigenous Cultur
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit King George Island
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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Experience a 12-day expedition from Buenos Aires to Punta Arenas aboard World Navigator, traveling through Ushuaia and the Drake Passage before exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit sites such as Beak Island, Brown Bluff, Cierva Cove, and Hidden Bay, with landings and Zodiac excursions guided by weather and sea conditions.
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $22,995
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Join a 12-day Sail/Fly expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on the Greg Mortimer, venturing below the Antarctic Circle to witness stunning icebergs and wildlife. Experience a unique atmosphere as you explore remote landscapes at 66°33'S.
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $33,195
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Falklands’ beaches
  • Marvel at South Georgia’s glaciers
  • Spot Antarctica's wildlife
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Sylvia Earle, exploring Ushuaia, the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and expert-led activities, concluding with a flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
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Breathtaking landscapes of Antarctica
from $19,299
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness diverse wildlife
  • Crossing the Antarctic Circle
  • Experience classic elegance
  • Discover icebergs in Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Join this 14-day Antarctic cruise from Ushuaia, delving into the vibrant culture before sailing through the Drake Passage aboard World Navigator. Explore breathtaking landscapes, cross the Antarctic Circle, and make unforgettable landings.
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