Antarctica Tours in December 2025

from $95,900

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Emperors & Explorers

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

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience two Antarctic icons in one action-packed adventure. Fly by ski aircraft to the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony. Camp on the sea ice where thousands of birds come to raise and feed their young. Continue your adventure by flying to the Geographic South Pole, the most remote destination on Earth. History comes alive as you stand at 90° South.

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from $16,295

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Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Ride a helicopter to discover ANT
• Excursions thru a helicopter ride
• Join Zodiac excursions to explore
• Discover Antarctica thru lectures
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Hiking, Helicopter Tours

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Variable

Join a 12-day expedition to the remote east coast of the Antarctic Peninsula aboard the Ultramarine. This helicopter-focused adventure offers rare views of icebergs, mountains, and remote landscapes, with two heli-flightseeing excursions, a heli-landing, and Zodiac trips through the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound.

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from $10,395

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Christmas in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Discover wildlife in Beagle Channel
• Navigate through Lemaire Channel
• Observe unique wildlife
• Celebrate Christmas in icy beauty

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Antarctica's breathtaking glaciers and diverse wildlife, including penguins and seals. Enjoy festive Christmas traditions in this stunning wilderness before returning with unforgettable memories.

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from $15,699

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Spot penguins, seals, and seabirds
• Experience Zodiac safaris
• Cruise past towering icebergs
• Visit Brown Bluff

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Set sail on a 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard World Navigator. Brave the Drake Passage, attempt to cross the Antarctic Circle, and explore rugged sites like Brown Bluff and Hidden Bay. Cruise by Zodiac to remote coves and glaciers. Watch for whales, leopard seals, and penguins along the ice-filled coastline of the White Continent.

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from $11,499

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Spot penguin colonies and seals
• Cruise Cierva Cove
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Begin in Buenos Aires before embarking in Ushuaia for an 11-day Antarctic cruise through the legendary Drake Passage aboard World Voyager. Explore remote landings like Brown Bluff and Cierva Cove, spot whales and penguins, and witness pristine ice landscapes.

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from $14,600

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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago - Puerto Williams - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind

• Explore Puerto Williams
• Discover Drake Passage
• Experience Antarctic Sound
• Visit the South Shetland Islands

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Santiago / Puerto Williams

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Variable

Join the Silver Wind on a 12-day expedition cruise from Puerto Williams, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands. Enjoy an exclusive program of small-group shore experiences, guided by a team of experts.

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from $23,335

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Explore Stanley, East Falkland
• Cruise scenic bays and channels
• See Grytviken Whaling Station
• View bird colonies and seal wallows

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Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Photography Seminars

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Variable

This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MS Seaventure in Ushuaia, Argentina, cruise through the Beagle Channel on your way to the Falkland Islands, then on to South Georgia, and finally the Antarctic Peninsula.

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from $17,895

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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 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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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage. Encounter whales and penguins en route to the Antarctic Peninsula's northernmost tip. Despite the initial overwhelming silence, vibrant wildlife and fellow adventurers will deepen your appreciation for Antarctica's extremes.

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from $16,795

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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Join a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition departing from Ushuaia. Pass by the Drake Passage, witness whales and penguins, and reach the northernmost point of the Antarctic Peninsula. In the middle of profound silence, the lively wildlife enhances travelers' understanding of Antarctica's unique contrasts.

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from $16,995

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Antarctic Cruise Adventure

13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Discover Antarctica's wildlife
• Trek at Cerro Alarken Reserve
• Learn more about this region
• Visit the South Shetland Islands
• Hike along magical landscapes

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise aboard the all-balcony ship Le Lyrial on a spectacular 13-day expedition cruise of Antarctica. Visit the incredible Antarctic Sound, the South Shetland Islands, Neko Harbor, Cuverville Island, and Wilhelmina Bay, accompanied by a team of naturalist guides who will highlight the rich wildlife you'll see as you explore the glaciers & icebergs.

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from $9,700

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Cross the infamous Drake Passage
• Hike, kayak, zodiac cruise, & more
• Camp ashore on the White Continent
• Spot whales, penguins, and more

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on MV Hondius for an adventure of a lifetime. This 13-day expedition cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula is packed full of adventure with hiking and snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping on the Antarctic Continent.

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from $11,100

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Cross the infamous Drake Passage
• Hike, kayak, zodiac cruise, & more
• Camp ashore on the White Continent
• Spot whales, penguins, and more

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on the Ortelius for an adventure of a lifetime. This 13-day expedition cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula is packed full of adventures with hiking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, photo workshops, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping under the Antarctic stars.

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from $18,095

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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cross the infamous Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Set foot on the Antarctic continent
• Look for spectacular wildlife

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Kayaking

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Variable

Embark on a 19-day Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros from Ushuaia and back. Encounter British charm in Port Stanley. Head to South Georgia, a wildlife paradise, cross the Drake Passage, explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, then return via the Drake Passage to Ushuaia.

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from $17,995

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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
• Visit Antarctic research sites
• Experience polar plunge

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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Variable

Join this 13-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Discover wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy expert-led outings while crossing the iconic Drake Passage and Cape Horn.

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from $6,790

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Classic Antarctica

11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Navigate beautiful waterways
• Visit an Antarctic station

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

The Antarctic Peninsula’s remarkable history provides you with a type of excitement often only associated with the early explorers. Enjoy plenty of time to explore its amazing scenery, a pristine wilderness of snow, ice, mountains and waterways, and an incredible wide variety of wildlife on this 11-day polar voyage.

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from $16,999

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Drake Express

King George Island Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Fly to King George Island
• Visit Elephant Island
• Explore Deception Island’s
• Witness Gentoo penguin rookeries

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 10-day expedition aboard World Voyager. Fly to King George Island, the unofficial capital of Antarctica, and explore the South Shetland Islands, rich with wildlife and stunning landscapes. Visit Elephant Island, Deception Island, and other remarkable sites. Experience the vast, icy expanse of the Antarctic Peninsula and more.

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from $13,408

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Highlights of Antarctica

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

• Board hybrid electric-powered ship
• Enjoy whale watching in Antarctica
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Enjoy guided shore landings

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Begin your 12-day Antarctic adventure in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia to board MS Fridtjof Nansen and cross the Drake Passage. Explore Antarctica for five days with guided landings, wildlife encounters, and optional activities before returning via Ushuaia.

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from $11,275

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Antarctica All-Access

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Experience the Antarctic Peninsula
• See unforgettable wildlife
• Cruise among icebergs
• Stop to see historical sites

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Camping

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the MS Seaventure and explore all that Antarctica has to offer with included activities like kayaking. It's a unique chance to fully experience the continent's enchanting beauty without extra charges, creating an unforgettable journey.

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