Antarctica Tours in December 2025

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Antarctica by Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Hiking, Helicopter Tours

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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.

• 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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from $15,003

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Antarctica on this 8-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage cruise, and bypass the traditional Drake Passage with a two-hour flight. Join experts aboard the National Geographic Explorer, venturing into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Enjoy activities like whale watching, Zodiac cruising around icebergs and hiking.

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

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from $10,395

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Christmas in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $13,999

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

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Join this 13-day roundtrip exploration from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Circle on World Traveller. Highlights include crossing the Antarctic Circle & becoming a member of the Order of the Red Nose. Then search the waters for Weddell, elephant, & crabeater seals as your Captain navigates through picturesque channels of pristine icebergs and ice floes.

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

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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

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Puerto Williams

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $14,499

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Come aboard World Navigator for a 13-day cruise crossing the Antarctic Circle. Sail through the challenging Drake Passage, see incredible wildlife, and explore the South Shetland Islands' beautiful landscapes, with possible landings on Elephant Island and Deception Island. Experience Captain's Choice ports of call for thrilling surprises and more.

• Brave the intrepid Drake Passage
• Witness extraordinary wildlife
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Discover Antarctica's beauty

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from $16,995

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Antarctic Cruise Adventure

13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

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.

• 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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from $10,499

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

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.

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

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from $9,700

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

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.

• 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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from $17,995

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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

Activity Level

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.

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

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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

Starts / Ends

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.

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

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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

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $11,100

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

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.

• 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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from $18,095

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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $23,335

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

Starts / Ends

Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $6,790

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Classic Antarctica

11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $15,600

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

This 21-day cruise onboard the Ortelius takes you to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. The gorgeous scenery and plentiful wildlife combine to make it one of the most aesthetically breathtaking in the world. Tens of thousands of penguins and fin whales call the cold seas home.

• Experience Falkland culture
• Observe wandering albatross
• Spot fin whales from the ship
• Visit the South Shetland Islands

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from $12,680

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Antarctic Peninsula in Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

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Embark on a 15-day in-depth Antarctic cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard SH Diana. Traverse the Southern Ocean, sail through narrow passages, and visit remote bays for interesting discoveries. Explore landscapes and wildlife, including penguins, albatrosses, and whales, and take a traditional polar plunge into the icy waters.

• Witness unique Antarctic wildlife
• Admire Antarctica's icy landscape
• Wildlife in Antarctica
• Try Patagonian lamb

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