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Explore the breathtaking South Shetland Islands, a remote archipelago located off the Antarctic Peninsula, on a snorkeling tour with Adventure Life. Experience the unique marine wildlife in the area, including various species of penguins, seals, and sea birds, as well as colorful fish. With these 23 snorkeling trips for 2025 and 2026, you can explore the region's coastal waters and get a glimpse of its unique underwater ecosystems, all while learning about its fascinating history. From the majestic King Penguins of Half Moon Island to the vibrant coral reefs of Deception Island, you'll be able to experience the beauty of the South Shetland Islands up close. Tours start from $9,250 and last from 9 to 23 days. For an unforgettable snorkeling experience, contact Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 12-day Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip Punta Arenas aboard Greg Mortimer, exploring remote areas of Antarctica. Begin on the legendary Drake Passage, where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans converge, creating a challenging waterway.
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Almost ready to depart
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • See the activity of a penguin city
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Get a chance to observe seals and penguins in their natural habitat. Spend 12 days aboard the Sylvia Earle exploring Antarctica's huge white continent. Additionally, fly through the Drake Passage during this expedition.
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from $17,895
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • See the activity of a penguin city
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia
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Explore Antarctica on this 12-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Sylvia Earle. Reduce your time at sea by flying one way over the Drake Passage and sailing the other way. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, and the Legendary Cape Horn.
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Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica
from $24,595
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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Punta Arenas historic charm
  • Witness Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic penguin rookeries
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake – Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip from Punta Arenas aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize exploration time. Discover stunning icebergs, abundant wildlife, and the breathtaking landscapes of this remote region.
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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
from $22,895
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • A cruise for women, by women
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Kayaking, Scuba Diving
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Designed by women, led by women, and for women, this adventure lets you explore Antarctica’s stunning landscapes and thriving wildlife. Skip the Drake’s rough seas with charter flights and celebrate trailblazing female conservationists.
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from $20,095
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • 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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Join a 13-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore the Weddell Sea in Antarctica, famous for its icebergs and historical significance. Experience the breathtaking wilderness as you navigate pack ice and encounter stunning tabular icebergs.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $20,395
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Punta Arenas history
  • Marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs
  • Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
  • Engage in citizen science
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Join a 13-day Weddell Sea Fly/Sail expedition on Sylvia Earle with New Scientist Discovery Tours, exploring Antarctica's remote regions rich in ice, wildlife, and history tied to Shackleton's Endurance expedition. Encounter seals, discover ancient fossils, and observe migrating whales while delving into polar science and the unique ecosystem.
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Albatross nest amid rolling hills in Falkland Islands
from $20,395
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Join a Fly/Sail cruise expedition
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula glacier
  • Watch whales in Antarctic waters
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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia
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Embark on the 12-day Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Douglas Mawson. Fly over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience vast glaciers, penguins, seals, and whales. Take Zodiac cruises, photograph icebergs, and witness skuas.
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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
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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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Zodiac Cruise through Antarctic waters
from $14,195
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctica’s icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 10-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience the thrill of sailing the Drake Passage and witness the breathtaking beauty of this untouched paradise.
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Enjoy close-up wildlife watching!
from $17,795
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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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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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A large colony of King Penguins.
from $14,995
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard 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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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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from $32,295
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Step ashore on the Antarctic
  • See the king penguins
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Explore Antarctica along with South Georgia and the Falkland - Malvinas islands on this 23-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Enjoy the wildlife experiences and the unique adventures while on this journey to the deep south.
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Lemaire channel reflection
from $9,250
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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Cruise between icebergs & fjords
  • Observe penguins, albatross & more
  • Enjoy trips ashore each day
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking
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Meet the Antarctic's great stars, the penguins, which number in the thousands and include a variety of curious species. This 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise takes you to the picturesque scenery found in one of the world's most inhospitable settings. Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound may be visited during your Antarctic adventures.
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Albatross nest amid rolling hills in Falkland Islands
from $32,295
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore the Falkland Islands
  • South Georgia's king penguin
  • Go on Zodiac-cruises
  • Observe spectacular wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring South Georgia, the Falklands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Delve into the islands' rich history, observe diverse wildlife, and witness king penguin colonies before returning to Ushuaia.
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from $14,395
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Antarctic Explorer Express - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Fly across the Drake Passage
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Discover Lake Escondido’s views
  • Experience Antarctica’s wilderness
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Join this 9-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the stunning landscapes of Antarctica, starting from Ushuaia. Experience daily excursions, wildlife encounters, and optional activities like the polar plunge before concluding your journey in Punta Arenas.
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1800's whaling station
from $29,395
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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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