Antarctica Tours in 2026

from $65,835

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Emperor Penguin Overnight Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

• Explore Union Glacier
• Camp near an Emperor Penguin Colony
• Explore Antarctica
• Photograph local wildlife

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Moderate

Explore the sights and sounds of the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony along the shore of the Weddell Sea. Picture magnificent monarchs with their chicks amidst ice cliffs, pressure ridges, and icebergs. In the vast expanse of white, look for petrels and seals.

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from $24,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

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

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Bypass the Drake Passage by flying directly to the South Shetland Islands. Exit the airplane to a world unlike any other on earth; ice-filled fjords, penguin rookeries, and great expanses of ice await. Sail as far south as possible in an attempt to reach the Polar Circle. Flexibility is key to a successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.

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from $12,965

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Celebrating Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
• Encounter unforgettable wildlife
• Cruise among icebergs
• Stop to see historical sites

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Join a 12-day cruise on MS Seaventure to explore Antarctica's stunning wildlife and landscapes, with extra time for flexibility in your itinerary. Experience rich wildlife in the South Shetland Islands and the remote Antarctic Peninsula, enjoying more landings and Zodiac excursions.

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from $14,495

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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Tierra del Fuego
• Cross Drake Passage
• Visit Cuverville Island
• Hike Neko Harbour Glaciers

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Set out on a 13-day Ultimate Antarctica Experience cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Sail through the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Explore glaciers, penguin colonies, and icy bays by Zodiac. Spot whales and seals, hike snow-covered terrain, and visit historic sites.

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from $19,195

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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Explore wildlife
• Zodiac cruises
• Explore the unexplored

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Sylvia Earle to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Take a flight over the Drake Passage to maximize your time for exploration on the remarkable White Continent.

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from $10,075

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Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Explore Ushuaia City
• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Discover Antarctic Peninsula
• Visit Research Stations

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Sail from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova on an 11-day Antarctica Peninsula cruise. Cross the Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, seals, and whales while visiting research stations and historic sites. Experience Zodiac excursions, kayaking, and optional camping on the ice under the polar sky.

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from $12,595

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Celebrating New Year's In Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Explore Antarctic Sound
• Celebrate New Year’s Antarctica
• Discover South Shetland Islands

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Camping, Citizen Science

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Variable

Experience an 11-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea, and visit islands home to penguin colonies and research stations. Encounter whales, seals, and towering icebergs as you welcome the New Year in one of the world’s last untouched frontiers.

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from $8,200

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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Discover Ushuaia
• Admire unique widllife
• Visit the epic Neko Harbour
• Sail through the Lemaire Channel

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day Antarctica Beyond the Polar Circle Cruise aboard MV Hondius, starting from Ushuaia, with the chance to witness the Aurora Australis. Encounter humpback whales, explore Livingston and Deception Islands, and enjoy Zodiac cruises among glaciers, penguin colonies, and the icy waters of the Melchior Islands.

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from $14,303

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Skip the traditional Drake Passage
• Explore into channels and coves
• Experience activities
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

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Variable

This 9-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage, round trip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to explore channels, coves, watch for whales, and navigate icebergs on Zodiac cruises.

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from $10,145

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Whale Season in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Diverse wildlife sightings
• Sightings of Humpback whales
• Encounters with Orcas & Minke whale
• Majestic icebergs

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

This 11-day Whale Season in Antarctica Cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard MS Seaventure offers diverse wildlife sightings, including iconic penguins, seals, and majestic icebergs. Notably, abundant whale sightings make this journey truly exceptional. Expect encounters with Orcas and Minke whales in Antarctica's pristine wilderness.

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from $16,458

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Skip the traditional Drake Passage
• Explore into channels and coves
• Experience activities
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife
• Seven days Antarctic experience

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

Activities

Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

The 10-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage Cruise, roundtrip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, is an amazing way to discover Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, avoiding the Drake Passage, to explore channels and coves, observe whales, and maneuver around icebergs on Zodiac cruises.

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from $13,297

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Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Ushuaia - Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Flight to Puerto Natales
• Explore channels and coves
• Engage in exciting activities
• Experience activity options

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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Natales

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Variable

Experience the 10-day Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage Cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Natales on the National Geographic Explorer. Cruise outbound through the Drake Passage and return via a 2-hour flight from Antarctica, saving time at sea.

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from $16,195

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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Witness Antarctic wildlife
• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Presentations by polar experts
• Cruise in a Zodiac

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer, opt for the quickest route to Antarctica, for a unique aerial preview of the vast and dramatic landscape. Continue the adventure by ship experiencing wildlife and natural wonders and then return through the Drake Passage.

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from $15,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

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

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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.

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from $9,095

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Antarctica Springs to Life

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Cross Drake Passage waters
• Explore Ushuaia harborfront
• Visit Deception Island beach
• Experience Antarctic wildlife

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

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.

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from $9,895

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cruise Beagle Channel waters
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Observe penguins on Cuverville
• Sail through Lemaire Channel

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Begin in Ushuaia after a flight from Buenos Aires, then board Ocean Albatros for an 11-day round-trip cruise to Antarctica. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, and explore icy bays, wildlife colonies, and historic sites. Return to Ushuaia via the Drake Passage.

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from $10,195

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Look for spectacular wildlife
• Take Zodiac cruise in Paradise Bay
• Sail through Lemaire Channel

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the Drake Passage, visit the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, historic huts, and dramatic ice-filled channels. Experience the raw beauty and unique wildlife of the southernmost continent.

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from $22,995

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South Georgia & Antarctic Sail and Fly Cruise

Port Stanley to Puerto Natales - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena

• Uncover Port Stanley streets
• Sail across the Southern Ocean
• See the Grytviken museum
• Zodiac on Antarctic coasts
• Spot penguins and seals daily

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Stanley / Puerto Natales

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 16-day Polar Athena sail & fly expedition from Port Stanley, sailing across the Southern Ocean to South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife, glaciers, and penguin colonies with expert-led excursions before flying from King George Island back to Puerto Natales.

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