South Shetland Islands Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 8-day Antarctic cruise on the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.

• Cruise the South Shetland Islands
• View penguins, seals, and whales
• Attend lectures and presentations
• Explore the Antarctic landscape

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from $9,095

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Variable

Board Ocean Victory on this 10-day cruise to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Set foot on the Antarctic continent as well as sub-Antarctic islands and experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery, and gigantic icebergs of this remote region on this expedition cruise.

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

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from $11,495

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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 8-day Antarctic adventure with Ocean Nova Air Cruises. Fly over the Drake Passage from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore the surrounding landscape.

• Cruise the South Shetland Islands
• View penguins, seals, and whales
• Attend lectures and presentations
• Explore the Antarctic landscape

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from $12,195

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

On this 11-day adventure to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula you'll cruise through sea ice, witness penguins building their nests, kayak along icebergs, and experience exhilarating encounters with abundant wildlife including penguins, seals and whales.

• Explore local bays and channels
• Scout for humpback & minke whales
• Experience a Polar Plunge swim
• Learn from on-board specialists

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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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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from $17,795

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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
• Visit Antarctic research sites
• Experience polar plunge

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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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
• Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
• Visit historic huts on land

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from $8,095

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula

Activity Level

Variable

Board Ocean Albatros on this 10-day cruise to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Set foot on the Antarctic continent as well as sub-Antarctic islands and experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery, and gigantic icebergs of this remote region on this expedition cruise.

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

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from $33,295

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• See thousands of pairs of penguins
• Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours

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from $32,295

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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Step ashore on the Antarctic
• See the king penguins
• Cross the Antarctic Circle

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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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Fly over the Sothern Ocean
• Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness the Antarctic wildlife

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from $17,895

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• Marvel at giant icebergs

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from $18,295

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Meet Antarctica´s wildlife
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• View Neko Harbor´s icebergs

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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

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• See the activity of a penguin city
• Chance to spot leopard seals
• Cruise on a Zodiac

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from $15,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

This Antarctic experience flies from Punta Arenas, Chile to King George Island where you embark on a cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands for a full 6 days before flying back to Chile. This tour is excellent for those who wish to maximize time in Antarctica and minimize time sailing the high seas crossing the Drake Passage.

• Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
• Cruise along fjords & icebergs
• Search for polar wildlife
• View presentations by polar guides

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from $24,595

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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Explore Punta Arenas historic charm
• Witness Antarctica’s icebergs
• Visit Antarctic penguin rookeries
• Witness the Antarctic wildlife

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from $22,895

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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Snorkeling, Photography Seminars, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• A cruise for women, by women
• Chance to spot leopard seals
• Cruise on a Zodiac
• Fly over the Drake Passage

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from $29,795

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, fly directly to the South Shetland Islands, skipping the Drake Passage, and witness fjords, penguin colonies, and vast icy landscapes. Sail southward to reach the Polar Circle, embracing the flexibility required to adapt to ever-changing conditions for a memorable trip.

• Round-trip Air-Cruise
• Wildlife Encounters
• Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
• Enriching Experiences

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