South Shetland Islands Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

Let the clear Antarctic air fill your lungs on this magical 18-day cruise aboard the brand new Magellan Explorer. Admire the spectacular landscapes ad unique wildlife of one of the most remote locations on the planet. Starting in Punta Arenas, discovering Antarctica, South Georgia and finally disembarking back in Ushuaia.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the Best of Antarctica: Pristine Wilderness on this 11-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, spot whales, seals, and penguins, and marvel at dramatic icy landscapes. Cross the legendary Drake Passage to reach the remote South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Explore Antarctica on this 11-day adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and reach the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Witness incredible wildlife, including whales, penguins, and seabirds. Join thrilling Zodiac excursions and take a daring polar plunge.

Join this 13-day Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, departing from Ushuaia. Discover penguin colonies, glacial wonders, and the stunning Lemaire Channel before crossing the iconic Antarctic Circle.

During this 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard Ocean Victory. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, including Paradise Bay, Cuverville Island, Damoy Point, and Wilhelmina Bay. Witness penguin colonies, whales, and icebergs, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare achievement.

Embark the MV Ushuaia for a classic 22-day cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter abundant and diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems on this voyage of a lifetime!

During this 20-day Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Victory, sail across the Southern Ocean to explore the wildlife-rich shores. Discover thriving penguin colonies, watch albatrosses in flight, see seals resting on icy beaches, navigate through iceberg-filled waters, and visit active research stations.

The Classic Antarctica air-cruise offers an 8-day adventure from Punta Arenas, Chile, flying directly to Antarctica. Explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, sailing through ice-filled fjords and encountering penguins, seals, and whales. Enjoy Zodiac landings with expert guides before returning to Punta Arenas.

Embark on a 24-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica, the Falkland Islands, and South Georgia aboard the Ocean Nova. Sail through the Beagle Channel, spot penguins, seals, and albatrosses in the Falklands, and explore South Georgia’s glaciers. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula’s towering icebergs and cross the Antarctic Circle.