South Shetland Islands Whale Watching Cruises

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

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $20,295

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $14,799

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Exploring the Last Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Traverse the Drake Passage
• Join Zodiac through remote coves
• Discover Antarctica’s vast icebergs
• Experience Ushuaia’s colorful charm

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Join a 12-day Antarctica expedition cruise on the World Navigator, where you can explore breathtaking landscapes and wildlife through daily shore landings. Experience the thrill of discovery in one of the world's most remote regions with expert guides highlighting remarkable moments like humpback whales breaching.

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from $9,895

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cruise Beagle Channel waters
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Observe penguins on Cuverville
• Sail through Lemaire Channel

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Begin in Ushuaia after a flight from Buenos Aires, then board Ocean Albatros for an 11-day round-trip cruise to Antarctica. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, and explore icy bays, wildlife colonies, and historic sites. Return to Ushuaia via the Drake Passage.

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from $13,495

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Sail through Beagle Channel
• Zodiac ashore each day to explore
• Experience the Drake Passage
• Enjoy guided Zodiac excursions

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 11-day Discovering the 7th Continent Antarctic Small Ship Cruise on the World Voyager. Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, sail through the Beagle Channel, explore Antarctica’s icy landscapes, witness penguins and whales, and cross the legendary Drake Passage.

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from $10,195

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Look for spectacular wildlife
• Take Zodiac cruise in Paradise Bay
• Sail through Lemaire Channel

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, historic huts, and dramatic ice-filled channels. Experience the raw beauty and unique wildlife of the southernmost continent.

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from $26,075

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Ultimate Explorer: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Discover South Georgia
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula
• Visit South Shetlands
• Cross Antarctic Circle

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Kayaking, Camping, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 24-day Antarctica cruise round-trip from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the Drake Passage and explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the South Shetland Islands before venturing to the Antarctic Circle. Encounter penguins, seals, and whales while learning about the region’s wildlife, history, and icy landscapes.

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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

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Hiking, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

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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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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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

Starts / Ends

Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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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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

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $18,095

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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cross the infamous Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Set foot on the Antarctic continent
• Look for spectacular wildlife

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 19-day Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros from Ushuaia and back. Encounter British charm in Port Stanley. Head to South Georgia, a wildlife paradise, cross the Drake Passage, explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, then return via the Drake Passage to Ushuaia.

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from $12,965

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Christmas in Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Explore Antarctica on Christmas
• Stop to see historical sites
• Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
• Cruise among icebergs
• Encounter unforgettable wildlife

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Celebrate the Christmas season and explore the majestic white continent. Enjoy abundant wildlife encounters and the striking panoramic landscape of the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula aboard the MS Seaventure on this 12-day cruise.

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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

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $22,995

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South Georgia and Antarctic Fly and Sail Cruise

Puerto Natales - Port Stanley - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena

• See King Penguins
• Visit Grytviken Cemetery
• Walk Salisbury Plain
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Falkland Islands

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 16-day expedition aboard Admiralty Dream from Puerto Natales to Port Stanley. Fly to King George Island, navigate the Antarctic Peninsula, cross the Scotia Sea, explore South Georgia’s wildlife sites, and finish in the Falkland Islands. Daily outings, landings, and guided activities offer access to remote Antarctic environments.

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from $9,095

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Highlights of the Southern Spring

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Sail the historic Beagle Channel
• Cross the iconic Drake Passage
• Witness penguins in early spring
• Try camping on Antarctic snowfields

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-Day Highlights of the Southern Spring cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Sail through the legendary Beagle Channel and brave the iconic Drake Passage. Experience wildlife encounters in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover the Gerlache Strait region, famous for its icy landscapes and marine life.

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from $8,990

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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

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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 will always be 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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from $12,595

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Celebrating New Year's In Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Explore Antarctic Sound
• Celebrate New Year’s Antarctica
• Discover South Shetland Islands

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 11-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea, and visit islands home to penguin colonies and research stations. Encounter whales, seals, and towering icebergs as you welcome the New Year in one of the world’s last untouched frontiers.

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