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Gentoo penguin
from $13,595
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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore the white continent
  • Observe wildlife
  • Explore landscapes
  • Explore Antarctica's history
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Helicopter Tours
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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.
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Zodiac cruise in Antarctica
from $12,395
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New Year in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Camping experience in Antarctica
  • Enjoy feeding humpback whales
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Explore Gerlache Strait
  • Discover nesting colonies penguins
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Spend 12 days cruising and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula aboard Sea Spirit. Celebrate New Year's Eve amidst icebergs, glaciers, penguins, and whales on the seventh continent!
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A mother gentoo penguin and her chick
from $16,782
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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • See legendary landscapes & habitats
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
  • Experience the Antarctic undersea
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Buenos Aires / Antarctica Peninsula
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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.
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Brilliant blue icebergs in Antarctic waters
from $14,990
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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • See legendary landscapes & habitats
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
  • Experience the Antarctic undersea
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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
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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
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $10,380
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore wildlife of Antarctica
  • Explore the White Continent
  • Witness the beauty of Antarctica
  • Explore remote locations
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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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.
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Antarctic Landscape
from $10,375
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Discover wildlife at Petermann
  • Sail iconic Lemaire Channel
  • Attend onboard expert lectures
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard SH Minerva. Embark in Ushuaia, cruise through ice-filled waters, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Discover penguins, glaciers, and research stations while gaining insights from expert guides and photographers. End your journey back in Ushuaia before flying to Buenos Aires.
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Chinstrap Penguins during wildlife tour
from $12,660
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
  • Observe magnificent wildlife
  • Visit research and whaling stations
  • Learn from a team of expert guides
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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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.
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Iceberg near Paulet Island
from $14,279
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The Great White Continent

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Sail to Antarctica
  • Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings
  • Watch Zodiacs cruising icebergs
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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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.
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Iceberg near Paulet Island
from $13,004
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The Great White Continent

12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Sail to Antarctica
  • Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings
  • Watch Zodiacs cruising icebergs
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Pursuit 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.
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Watch for whale blows!
from $15,590
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit polar research stations
  • Explore drifting icebergs
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Join L'Austral for this 12-day polar expedition cruise to the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. Embark on an unforgettable voyage and succumb to the enchantment of the breathtaking landscapes inhabited by astonishing wildlife. Explore the Gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, seals, and seabirds.
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Zodiacs during Antarctic tour in Paradise Bay
from $16,260
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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Experience adventure of Antarctica
  • Visit research stations
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.
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Camping in the Polar regions
from $11,395
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Antarctic Peninsula: The Classic Voyage

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Camp under Antarctic stars
  • Encounter unforgettable wildlife
  • Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions
  • Visit historic research stations
Starts / Ends
Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Camping, Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Classic Voyage from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Explore the Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula with expert guides, thrilling Zodiac excursions, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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