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Observing penguins from the zodiacs.
from $11,095
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Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit South Shetland Islands
  • Kayak through icy waters
  • Visit research base sites
  • Discover Ushuaia Beagle Channel
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on an 11-day Antarctica expedition from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover pristine glaciers, penguin colonies, and icy fjords while crossing the legendary Drake Passage and exploring the White Continent’s untamed beauty.
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Penguin jump in Antarctica
from $11,695
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Best of Antarctica In Depth

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Spot whales, seals, and seabirds
  • Hike icy Antarctic terrain
  • Join snowshoeing and camping
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking
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Explore the Best of Antarctica In Depth on a 13-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the stunning landscapes of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Take part in daily Zodiac excursions, hike icy terrain, and spot penguins, whales, and seals in their natural habitat.
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Air transportation
from $5,995
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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Visit the legendary Cape Horn
  • Attend presentations and lectures
  • Sail through ice-filled bays
  • Explore Antarctic bases & stations
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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The shortest possible trip to Antarctica is this 6-day cruise/flight aboard Magellan Explorer starting in Ushuaia, through the Beagle Channel, legendary Cape Horn, and the Drake Passage to experience a day in one of the most spectacular places on earth - Antarctica! Return on a flight from King George Island to Patagonia's Punta Arenas, Chile.
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Kayaking glassy waters around incredible icebergs
from $18,595
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Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Sail the Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Take helicopter over Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Helicopter Tours
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Embark on this 14-day cruise exploring Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the legendary Drake Passage, where you'll witness breathtaking wildlife, from soaring albatrosses to playful dolphins.
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Kayak Antarctica
from $23,335
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Explore Stanley, East Falkland
  • Cruise scenic bays and channels
  • See Grytviken Whaling Station
  • View bird colonies and seal wallows
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Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MS Seaventure in Ushuaia, Argentina, cruise through the Beagle Channel on your way to the Falkland Islands, then on to South Georgia, and finally the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Stunning reflections in the Lemaire channel
from $15,195
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Ultimate Antarctic Circle Crossing

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Visit Antarctic Peninsula bays
  • Spot penguins and seals
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Embark on a 15-day expedition from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore South Shetland Islands, and reach the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe penguins, seals, whales, and icebergs, visit historic huts, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare polar experience.
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Two Glacier Mountains symmetrically reflecting in the Antarctic water
from $33,195
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South Georgia & Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Tour Punta Arenas' cultural sites
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Enter the remote Weddell Sea
  • Photograph glaciers and icebergs
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 20-day Fly/Sail photography expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the stunning landscapes of South Georgia and Antarctica. Capture breathtaking wildlife and surreal scenes in one of the world's most pristine environments, perfect for photographers of all skill levels.
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from $22,995
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit Falklands Islands
  • Discover South Georgia
  • Explore Historic Grytviken
  • Visit the scientific bases
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Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 20-day polar adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter vast penguin colonies, historic sites, and breathtaking ice-filled landscapes on this unforgettable voyage.
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A whale comes up to say hello
from $10,895
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Best of Antarctica: Whale Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Observe colonies of penguins
  • Join guided Zodiac excursions
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Experience a 12-day Antarctic cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the South Shetland Islands, and encounter whales, penguins, and seals. Enjoy activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and photography workshops.
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Hiking in Antarctica is rewarded with spectacular views
from $9,095
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Antarctica Springs to Life

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cross Drake Passage waters
  • Explore Ushuaia harborfront
  • Visit Deception Island beach
  • Experience Antarctic wildlife
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctica Springs to Life from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the legendary Drake Passage, explore the pristine landscapes of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Witness penguins nesting, seals resting on ice, and whales surfacing in the icy waters.
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Guests on the deck of the Ushuaia viewing the arctic landscape.
from $9,390
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Weddell Sea Quest

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • View the icy South Shetlands
  • Spot varied Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Visit enigmatic Elephant Island
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands, and the Weddell Sea aboard the MV Ushuaia. The Weddell Sea is always remembered as the polar region that still echoes the ill-fated expedition of the great British polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $10,075
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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Spot penguins, seals, and whales
  • Join Zodiac excursions
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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Explore the best of Antarctica on this 11-day Wildlife Explorer roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Navigate the legendary Drake Passage, witness towering icebergs, and discover the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and close encounters with penguins, whales, and seals.
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