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A large colony of King Penguins.
from $14,995
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Venture through Lake Escondido
  • Spot marine life on Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctic icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling
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Join a 10-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, beginning in Ushuaia and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula via the Drake Passage. Experience thrilling Zodiac excursions, stunning wildlife, and breathtaking scenery.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $9,390
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Polar Circle Quest

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Discover the Antarctic peninsula
  • Spot varied wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Explore south for the Polar Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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This 12-day small ship cruise to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia sails to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands from Ushuaia, Argentina. Conditions permitting, navigate some of the most beautiful waterways on the planet: the Gerlache Strait, Errera Channel, Neumayer Channel, and the extremely narrow Lemaire Channel.
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Enjoy close-up wildlife watching!
from $20,095
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic research sites
  • Experience polar plunge
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Join this 13-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy expert-led outings while crossing the iconic Drake Passage and Cape Horn.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $18,695
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Spot Antarctic Peninsula icebergs
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego’s valleys
  • Visit Antarctic historic huts
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Skiing
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Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle to explore remote icy landscapes. Experience stunning glaciers, vibrant wildlife, and historic sites while navigating pack ice and iceberg-laden waters.
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The glaciers plung straight into the water at times.
from $15,295
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore vibrant Ushuaia
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Witness towering Antarctic glaciers
  • Kayak in Antarctica's serene bays
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 15-day expedition to and from Ushuaia aboard the Sea Spirit, departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Encounter whales, penguins, and spectacular glaciers.
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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
from $8,010
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Spirit of Terra Nova

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Terra Nova Adventurer
  • Sail to Beagle Channel
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit Adélie penguin colonies
  • Visit Brown Bluff
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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During this 11-day Spirit of Terra Nova cruise aboard Terra Nova Adventurer, explore Antarctica from Ushuaia and sail through the Beagle Channel. Cross the Drake Passage, attend expert-led briefings, and spot seabirds and whales along the way.
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A majestic view from the kayak
from $18,295
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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 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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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage. Encounter whales and penguins en route to the Antarctic Peninsula's northernmost tip. Despite the initial overwhelming silence, vibrant wildlife and fellow adventurers will deepen your appreciation for Antarctica's extremes.
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Hiking in Antarctica
from $12,912
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Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Gaze ocean views in Puerto Natales
  • Kayak near icebergs in Antarctica
  • Spot whales in Antarctica
  • Cross the famous Drake Passage
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Puerto Natales / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking
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Join a 10-day Antarctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer, flying directly from Puerto Natales to King George Island. Explore the stunning landscapes, wildlife, and activities like kayaking and hiking before sailing back to Ushuaia, Argentina.
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A penguin colony hanging out on the ice.
from $6,390
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Classic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • View vast penguin rookeries
  • Explore the pristine wilderness
  • Navigate narrow passages
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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This classic small ship cruise to Antarctica lets you follow in the footsteps of the early Antarctic explorers like Shackleton, Cook & Ross. Explore amazing Antarctic scenery - pristine wilderness of sea, snow, ice, mountains, and an incredible abundance of wildlife on this 10-day Antarctic cruise on the MV Ushuaia which houses only 88 passengers.
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Antarctic sunset
from $14,495
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New Year's Antarctic Circle Crossing

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit Damoy Point huts
  • Spot whales in Wilhelmina
  • Explore Deception Island
  • Discover South Shetlands
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Photography Seminars, Camping, Citizen Science
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Embark on a 13-day New Year’s Antarctic Circle Crossing aboard the Ocean Victory. Discover icy landscapes filled with penguins, whales, and seals. Explore historic research huts and awe-inspiring ice formations. This journey is an exceptional blend of adventure, discovery, and remarkable wildlife experiences.
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A seal sits on snow.
from $7,190
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Classic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Sail the Drake Passage
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Navigate beautiful waterways
  • Visit an Antarctic station
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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The Antarctic Peninsula’s remarkable history provides you with a type of excitement often only associated with the early explorers. Enjoy plenty of time to explore its amazing scenery, a pristine wilderness of snow, ice, mountains, and waterways, and an incredible variety of wildlife on this 11-day polar voyage aboard MV Ushuaia.
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A humpback whale dives beneath the Antarctic waters
from $17,795
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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Visit research stations
  • Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
  • Witness massive icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition aboard World Voyager. Antarctic cruise, exploring Ushuaia, the Drake Passage, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, whales, and breathtaking ice landscapes on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
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