South Shetland Islands Whale Watching Cruises

Embark on an 11-day Antarctica Drake Fly & Sail cruise aboard World Traveller. Sail across the Drake Passage, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Sound, and South Shetland Islands. Make flexible landings based on ice and weather, guided by expert navigation.

Sail roundtrip from Ushuaia on a 20-day cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Discover polar landscapes, the wildlife haven of South Georgia, and the windswept shores of the Falklands. See glaciers, towering icebergs, and penguin colonies. Visit remote beaches and watch for whales and seals.

Set out on an 11-day Antarctica expedition cruise aboard MV Plancius, featuring long hikes, Zodiac excursions, and close-up wildlife encounters. Discover glaciers, penguin colonies, and historic sites from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula.

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.

Embark on a 10-day Drake Express cruise aboard World Traveller, land at remote research stations, and witness abundant wildlife. This flexible itinerary brings you face-to-face with penguins, seals, and massive icebergs in some of the world’s most untouched places.

Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Embark on a 15-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula with landings at Brown Bluff, Cierva Cove, Beak Island, and Hidden Bay. Cross the Drake Passage twice, encounter penguins, seals, and whales, and witness towering icebergs, snow-capped peaks, and pristine polar landscapes.