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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $18,895
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Spirit of Antarctica: In Partnership with New Scientist

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia, perfect for nature and science enthusiasts. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife, expert talks, and flexible itineraries tailored to weather and sightings.
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Admire views of Lake Escondido
  • Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
  • Participate in citizen science
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Hiking in Antarctica
from $11,795
EBD 15
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Christmas in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Antarctica's breathtaking glaciers and diverse wildlife, including penguins and seals. Enjoy festive Christmas traditions in this stunning wilderness before returning with unforgettable memories.
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • Cross Drake Passage
  • Spot whales in Antarctic waters
  • Celebrate Christmas in icy beauty
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Adele Penguin King of the Hill
from $14,599
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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day Exploring the Last Continent cruise board the World Traveller, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Cross the Drake Passage to Antarctica, exploring wildlife and volcanic landscapes in the South Shetland Islands, with possible stops at Deception Island and Elephant Island. The trip continues to the Antarctic Peninsula and ends in Ushuaia.
  • Cross the iconic Drake Passage
  • Wildlife of South Shetland Islands
  • Deception and Elephant Island
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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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
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Adventure Options, Photography Seminars, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation, Citizen Science, Small Ship Sailing
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.
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Observe colonies of penguins
  • Join guided Zodiac excursions
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $8,990
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Polar Circle Quest

12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
This 12-day small ship cruise to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia sails to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands from Ushuaia, Argentina. Conditions permitting, navigate some of the most beautiful waterways on the planet: the Gerlache Strait, Errera Channel, Neumayer Channel, and the extremely narrow Lemaire Channel.
  • Discover the Antarctic peninsula
  • Spot varied wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Explore south for the Polar Circle
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
from $10,395
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and crossing the Drake Passage to explore stunning Antarctica. Experience thrilling activities like kayaking, wildlife sightings, and visits to research stations amidst breathtaking glaciers and icebergs.
  • Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Discover Antarctic Peninsula
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Guests on the deck of the Ushuaia viewing the arctic landscape.
from $8,990
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Weddell Sea Quest

12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
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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.
  • View the icy South Shetlands
  • Spot varied Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Visit enigmatic Elephant Island
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A specatular iceberg off the coast of Antarctica
from $10,695
EBD 15
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife encounters, thrilling activities like kayaking and ice camping, and navigate the scenic Lemaire Channel before returning across the Drake Passage.
  • Explore Gerlache Strait's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife in Antarctica
  • Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
  • Discover Antarctic Peninsula
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Hiking in Antarctica is rewarded with spectacular views
from $12,778
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Highlights of Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Begin your 12-day Antarctic adventure in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia to board MS Fridtjof Nansen and cross the Drake Passage. Explore Antarctica for five days with guided landings, wildlife encounters, and optional activities before returning via Ushuaia.
  • Board hybrid electric-powered ship
  • Enjoy whale watching in Antarctica
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Enjoy guided shore landings
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from $11,275
EBD 20%
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Antarctica All-Access

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the MS Seaventure and explore all that Antarctica has to offer with included activities like kayaking. It's a unique chance to fully experience the continent's enchanting beauty without extra charges, creating an unforgettable journey.
  • Experience the Antarctic Peninsula
  • See unforgettable wildlife
  • Cruise among icebergs
  • Stop to see historical sites
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Gentoo penguin
from $12,795
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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Hiking, Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Cross the 7th Continent off your list on this 12-Day Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent Cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Conquer the famed Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and Antarctic Peninsula; get up close and personal with penguins, whales, and other wildlife.
  • Explore the white continent
  • Observe wildlife
  • Explore landscapes
  • Explore Antarctica's history
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Zodiac cruise in Antarctica
from $10,895
EBD 15
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New Year in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 12 days cruising and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula on the Polar Pioneer. Celebrate New Year's Eve amidst icebergs, glaciers, penguins, and whales on the seventh continent!
  • Camping experience in Antarctica
  • Enjoy feeding humpback whales
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Explore Gerlache Strait
  • Discover nesting colonies penguins
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Brilliant blue icebergs in Antarctic waters
from $13,972
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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution and witness the stunning beauty of huge tabular icebergs surrounded by turquoise blue meltwater pools, towering mountains rising up to 9,000 feet from the sea, countless penguins, and diverse marine mammals
  • See legendary landscapes & habitats
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
  • Experience the Antarctic undersea
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A mother gentoo penguin and her chick
from $13,851
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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Antarctica Peninsula
Activity Level
Variable
This 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise on the National Geographic Endurance takes you to huge tabular icebergs in pools of turquoise blue meltwater, mountains rising some 9,000 feet straight up from the sea, penguins galore, abundant marine mammals, and experiences like cruising through the spectacular Lemaire Channel.
  • See legendary landscapes & habitats
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
  • Experience the Antarctic undersea
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Skiers make their way to the South Pole pulling their sleds. Courtesy John Beatty, Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions
from $81,113
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Ski the Last Degree

12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Ultimate
Ski the last 60 nautical miles (69 mi/111 km) to reach the most southerly point on Earth and experience firsthand the challenges faced by early explorers. Ski Last Degree captures the essence of polar exploration in an incredible expedition.
  • Visit the South Pole
  • Experience Antarctica
  • Ski to the South Pole
  • Enjoy outdoor activities
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $10,180
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Peninsula Odyssey cruise onboard the SH Diana for 12 days, departing and returning to Ushuaia. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, guided by experts, and immerse in breathtaking landscapes and encounters with wildlife. Engage in thrilling adventures through engaging lectures, and Zodiac excursions, and delectable cuisine along the way.
  • Explore wildlife of Antarctica
  • Explore the White Continent
  • Witness the beauty of Antarctica
  • Explore remote locations
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Chinstrap Penguins during wildlife tour
from $13,410
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join Le Boreal for a 12-day Emblematic Antarctica Cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to an enchanting polar desert, a final frontier where penguins number in the thousands and humpback whales patrol the icy waters.
  • Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
  • Observe magnificent wildlife
  • Visit research and whaling stations
  • Learn from a team of expert guides
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Iceberg near Paulet Island
from $11,498
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The Great White Continent

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture to explore the Great White Continent, Antarctica. Witness breathtaking landscapes, rich natural history, and the spirit of exploration. This adventure promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of this pristine and awe-inspiring polar region.
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Sail to Antarctica
  • Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings
  • Watch Zodiacs cruising icebergs
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