Antarctica Tours in 2026

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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Explore Buenos Aires
• Witness giant icebergs
• Spot penguin colonies
• See humpback whales and dolphins

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Whale Watching

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Set sail on a 13-day Antarctic expedition aboard World Navigator. Experience constant discovery as you navigate one of the most remote regions on the planet.

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from $10,595

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Antarctica All-Access

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Kayak near floating icebergs
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Visit historic research stations
• Spot penguins and seals

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Camping, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing, Citizen Science

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Embark on an 11-day Antarctic cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Begin with a hotel stay and city exploration before sailing across the Drake Passage. Discover dramatic landscapes, wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and the icy wonders of Antarctica through Zodiac cruises, kayaking, and visits to research stations.

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
• Discover Beak Island and more
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• See Deception Island's

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Join this 11-day Antarctic Discovery exploration cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard World Voyager. Highlights include navigating the famous Drake Passage & seeing hourglass dolphins, daily landings, & complimentary zodiac safaris. Watch for penguins hatching from late December to January, or search for orcas & sperm whales from January to March.

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from $17,399

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Antarctic Adventurer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Navigate the intrepid Drake Passage
• Discover Beak Island and more
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• See Deception Island

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the World Voyager to welcome the New Year alongside the inhabitants of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Enjoy shore landings and Zodiac safaris, allowing for up-close encounters with Weddell seals and other wildlife. Witness vibrant wildlife as you cross the Drake Passage.

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from $18,695

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Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Explore Punta Arenas vibrant scene
• Spot Antarctic icebergs
• Photograph glaciers and icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Ushuaia

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Join a 12-day Antarctic Explorer Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia on the Greg Mortimer. Discover stunning wildlife, majestic glaciers, and pristine landscapes as you cruise through the Antarctic Peninsula's icy bays.

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from $12,295

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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Experience Zodiac excursions
• Spot bounty of wildlife
• See tabular icebergs of Weddell Sea

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join this 12-day ultimate Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia & back aboard the Ocean Victory. Set sail from the grey waters of the Beagle Channel to the Antarctic mainland, cross the Drake Passage, & take in the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands. Spot seals, sea lions, & whales among the icy glaciers and venture beyond the Antarctic Circle.

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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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Scuba Diving

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Embark on a 12-day Antarctica Beyond the Polar Circle Cruise aboard MV Hondius, starting from Ushuaia. Encounter humpback whales, explore Livingston Island, Deception Island, and more. Experience Zodiac cruises amidst glaciers, witness penguin colonies and dive into the Melchior Islands.

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from $24,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

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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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 $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

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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

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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 $10,075

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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Spot penguins, seals, and whales
• Join Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Spa Relaxation, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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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.

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from $10,075

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Best of Antarctica: Pristine Wilderness

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Sail through the Beagle Channel
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Spot whales and penguins
• Hike icy Antarctic landscapes

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $8,195

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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cruise the Beagle Channel
• Brave the legendary Drake Passage
• Spot whales and seabirds
• Take thrilling Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $18,799

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Antarctic Adventurer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Cross Drake Passage
• See king penguins and seal colonies
• Navigate by Zodiac
• Land onto the Antarctic Peninsula

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Embark on a 16-day Antarctic Adventurer cruise aboard World Navigator. Explore remote landing sites across the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia. Spot king penguins, seals, and seabirds in their natural habitat.

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from $17,400

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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Marvel at spectacular icebergs
• Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
• Enjoy Zodiac excursions
• Crossing the Drake Passage

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Santiago / Puerto Williams

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Explore Antarctica on this 14-day cruise that visits the Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula, and the South Shetland Islands to witness diverse seabirds, whales, penguins, and the amazing scenery of glaciers and icebergs.

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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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Kayaking

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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 $13,179

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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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Wildlife Viewing

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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 $16,458

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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

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Hiking, Skiing, Land & Sea Exploration

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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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