Top Antarctica Tours & Cruises in 2028

from $6,995

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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• Cruise the South Shetland Islands
• View penguins, seals, and whales
• Attend lectures and presentations
• Explore the Antarctic landscape

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on this 10-day Antarctic adventure with Magellan Explorer. Sail the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia and across the Drake Passage to the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula where you will search for wildlife and explore the surrounding landscape.

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from $15,395

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Cruise through Drake Passage
• Sail through Paradise Bay
• Observe Gentoo penguin colonies
• Visit Deception Island

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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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.

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from $15,195

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Ultimate Antarctic Circle Crossing

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Visit Antarctic Peninsula bays
• Spot penguins and seals

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

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Embark on a 15-day expedition from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore South Shetland Islands, and reach the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe penguins, seals, whales, and icebergs, visit historic huts, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare polar experience.

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from $18,995

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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Fly to King George Island
• Spot whales and penguins
• Cross the legendary Drake
• Witness glaciers calving

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Explore the Antarctic on this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, and witness towering glaciers, massive icebergs, and incredible wildlife, including penguins, whales, and seals.

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from $18,595

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Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Sail the Beagle Channel
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Take helicopter over Antarctica

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Small Ship Sailing, Spa Relaxation, Helicopter Tours

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Embark on this 14-day cruise exploring Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the legendary Drake Passage, where you'll witness breathtaking wildlife, from soaring albatrosses to playful dolphins.

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from $12,650

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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Ushuaia
• Discover Beagle Channel
• Experience Drake Passage
• See the Antarctic Convergence
• Uncover Weddell Sea's wildlife
• Visit Antarctic Sound

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Immerse yourself in a 13-day Antarctica-Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp expedition aboard MV Ortelius filled with thrilling adventures. Engage in kayaking, photography workshops, hiking, mountaineering, and camping, adjusted based on the unpredictable weather and ice conditions. Delve into the exploration of this isolated and awe-inspiring region.

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from $30,195

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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Fly over Southern Ocean
• Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness the Antarctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Snorkeling

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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage for deeper exploration below the Antarctic Circle. Experience stunning icebergs, unique wildlife, and the isolation of the deep south through daily Zodiac cruises.

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from $18,195

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Tour the Andes Mountain Range
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Experience polar plunge
• Sail close to legendary Cape Horn

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join an 11-day Antarctic cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer, sailing from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage. Experience thrilling adventures like Zodiac cruises and landings on the Antarctic mainland for an unforgettable exploration.

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from $16,195

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Explore ice cliffs via Zodiac

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Hiking

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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, experiencing the wild beauty of the continent like early explorers. Enjoy daily adventures, including guided Zodiac cruises through stunning ice formations and opportunities to explore penguin-populated landscapes.

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from $16,195

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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Tour the Andes Mountain Range
• Watch out for Antarctic wildlife
• Enjoy Zodiac on Antarctic Peninsula
• Visit South Shetland Islands

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving

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Join this 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Sylvia Earle, where women actively engage in science and leadership. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and discussions on climate change alongside expert female guides.

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from $12,660

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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Embark on Zodiacs
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Look out for wildlife
• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.

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from $12,695

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Antarctic Peninsula: The Classic Voyage

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Cross Drake Passage waters
• Visit Deception Island ruins
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula coast
• Discover Antarctic historic sites

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Experience a 12-day Antarctica voyage from Ushuaia to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the Drake Passage, visit South Shetland Islands and Deception Island, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds, join Citizen Science activities, and land at research stations and historic sites.

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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

Starts / Ends

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 $12,695

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Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer’s Expedition

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore South Shetlands islands
• Spot penguins and whales
• Kayak pristine Antarctic waters
• Cross legendary Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore the South Shetland Islands, witness glaciers and penguins, engage in Citizen Science, and visit historic bases. Cross the Drake Passage, enjoy guided excursions, Zodiac rides, and optional camping under the Antarctic stars.

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from $9,150

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Antarctica - Whale watching discovery and learning voyage

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Explore Danco Island
• Visit Neko Harbour
• Experience Paradise Bay
• Sail Lemaire Channel
• Visit Port Lockroy

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join the 11-day whale watching and learning voyage aboard MV Hondius. Depart from Ushuaia, Argentina, and explore spectacular sites like Paradise Bay, Neko Harbour, and Port Lockroy. Witness diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes on this unforgettable journey.

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from $12,895

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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Gerlache Strait's glaciers
• Spot wildlife in Antarctica
• Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
• Discover Antarctic Peninsula

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Camping

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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.

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from $16,260

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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 $29,795

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer

• Round-trip Air-Cruise
• Wildlife Encounters
• Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
• Enriching Experiences

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Variable

On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, fly directly to the South Shetland Islands, skipping the Drake Passage, and witness fjords, penguin colonies, and vast icy landscapes. Sail southward to reach the Polar Circle, embracing the flexibility required to adapt to ever-changing conditions for a memorable trip.

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