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Take a trip back in time on one of these 13 Antarctica archaeology tours in 2026. Explore ruins, excavations, and archaeology digs near hot spots such as Antarctica Peninsula, Drake Passage, South Georgia, Antarctic Sound, and Brown Bluff on a guided private or small group tour with an exceptional multi-lingual guide aided by historians and archaeologists. These 13 archaeology trips also afford plenty of opportunities to enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking, and Photography SeminarsTell one of our Antarctica travel experts about your ideal archaeology trip they will help you start planning a seamless adventure.
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Crabeater seal posing for the camera in Antarctica
from $13,700
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Deep South Basecamp Experience

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Kayak Among Floating Icebergs
  • Camp Beneath Polar Skies
  • Visit Historic Research Stations
  • Spot Penguins and Seals
  • Cruise Through The Gullet
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Port of Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Camping
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Discover the 14-Day Antarctic Deep South Basecamp aboard Ortelius, an expedition that goes beyond the Polar Circle to the remote Marguerite Bay. Explore iconic sites like Pendleton Strait, Horseshoe Island, and Pourquoi Pas Island while enjoying kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, and camping under the Southern Polar skies amid penguins, whales, and dramatic glacial landscapes.
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $24,600
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Bellingshausen Sea, Peter I Island plus Ellsworth Land - incl. helicopters

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Visit penguin nesting sites
  • Witness historic expedition sites
  • Discover Peter I Island
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Begin your 25-day expedition in Ushuaia, Argentina, and sail aboard Ortelius through the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s remote southern reaches. Discover rare wildlife, historic sites, and untouched landscapes as you explore the Bellingshausen Sea, Ellsworth Land, and Peter I Island by Zodiac and helicopter.
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $9,650
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Point Wild
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Discover the Devil Island
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Variable
Board MV Plancius in Ushuaia for an 11-day Antarctic adventure, sailing through the Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage. Explore historic sites like Point Wild and the Weddell Sea, spot whales, seals, and seabirds, and witness stunning landscapes, including Antarctic Sound, Brown Bluff, and Devil Island, before returning to Ushuaia.
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Colony of black-browed albratross on the Falklands
from $11,600
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Classic South Georgia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark the MV Ushuaia for a classic 22-day cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter abundant and diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems on this voyage of a lifetime!
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Whale bones at the Grytviken whaling station
from $23,300
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The Ultimate South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Peninsula Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Discoverer
  • Explore Falkland Islands wildlife
  • Discover South Georgia wildlife
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula ice
  • View Shag Rocks seabirds
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Village Visits
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Sail on a 21-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard Heritage Discoverer, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience remote wildlife habitats, historic sites, and polar landscapes with time at sea for lectures, wildlife viewing, and onboard relaxation.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $21,460
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Salisbury Plain penguins
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Land at Gold Harbor
  • Zodiac outings in Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Sail from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia on this 19-day expedition aboard Le Boreal, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Watch wildlife like penguins, orcas, and seals. Experience landings, zodiac outings, and remote glaciers across one of the world’s last true wildernesses.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $17,950
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit South Georgia
  • Discover Falkland History
  • Explore Patagonia Wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation
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Sail Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Patagonia on this 20-day roundtrip voyage from Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Ushuaia, Port Stanley and Puerto Madryn, cross the Drake Passage, observe polar wildlife, and learn about the region’s history, geography and exploration through guided expedition activities.
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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $36,157
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Chilean fjords glacier sailing
  • Torres del Paine discovery
  • Francisco Coloane whale watching
  • Kayak near Antarctica’s landscapes
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Santiago / Santiago
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Explore Antarctica and southern Chile on an 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s icy wilderness. Navigate through towering glaciers, remote fjords, and protected marine parks. Experience exploration through narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $41,380
HALF DEP
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Patagonia, Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica Odyssey

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 25 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Antarctica Peninsula exploration
  • Visit Grytviken in South Georgia
  • Visit Falkland Islands
  • See Patagonia glacier scenery
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on a 25-day Antarctica cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Chilean Fjords, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, and Antarctica. Kayak past icebergs, cruise by Zodiac to glaciers, hike among penguins, and cross the Drake Passage. Experience remote wildlife and dramatic polar landscapes.
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Observe beautiful fur seals
from $32,999
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Ultimate Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia

Buenos Aires roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Antarctica expedition
  • Visit South Georgia wildlife
  • Discover Falkland Islands
  • Sail remote Southern Ocean
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Photography Seminars, Hiking
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Variable
Join a 22-day expedition aboard Seabourn Pursuit from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, then onward to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Spot penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds, enjoy time at sea, and experience immersive, guided landings curated by your Expedition Leader.
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An Antarctic Fur Seal resting on ice in Antarctica.
from $20,299
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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 17 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Spot black-browed albatross
  • See Falkland Island elephant seals
  • Visit Port Stanley museum
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Wine Tasting
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Embark on a 17-day Antarctic & Falklands Adventure cruise aboard World Traveller and explore the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and the icy wilderness of Antarctica. This immersive itinerary combines cultural highlights and natural wonders with flexible daily exploration guided by your captain and expedition team.
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Travel through ice flow during Antarctic cruise
from $20,299
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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Spot black-browed albatross
  • See Falkland Island elephant seals
  • Visit Port Stanley museum
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Travel to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands on an 18-day expedition cruise aboard World Traveller. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula by Zodiac, and land on remote islands guided by Captain’s Choice navigation. Experience glaciers, penguins, and isolated coastlines across the Southern Ocean.
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