Top Antarctica Trips & Tours in February 2026

from $17,800

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica - Polar Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

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Join MV Hondius on a 23-day sailing adventure that allows you to discover and explore Antarctica, passing from the Falkland Island to Polar Circle. Experience some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth and enjoy close encounters with Gentoo and Adélie penguins, brown skuas, leopard seals, along with humpback and minke whales.

• Bird watch a multitude of seabirds
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• See Commerson’s Dolphins
• Visit whaling and sealing station

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from $17,680

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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

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On this 19-day Antarctica cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard SH Vega, follow Ernest Shackleton's route and discover amazing fossil sites, explore Elephant Island, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands, sail among the enormous tabular icebergs of the Weddell Sea, and travel through the Scotia Sea.

• Enjoy a zodiac cruise
• Explore Shackleton's expedition
• Discover King penguins
• Hike across the Devil's Nose

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from $42,495

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

Dunedin - Ushuaia - 34 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Photography Seminars, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 34-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the subantarctic islands and the Ross Sea, starting in Dunedin. Experience penguins, albatrosses, and glaciers while crossing the Antarctic Circle, concluding your adventure in Ushuaia.

• Cross Antarctic waters
• Witness Ross Sea’s ice shelves
• Encounter Macquarie’s landscapes
• Explore Dunedin’s coastal charm

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from $14,586

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Highlights of Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $16,295

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Hiking, Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Cross the 7th Continent off your list on this 12-Day Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent Cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Conquer the famed Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and Antarctic Peninsula; get up close and personal with penguins, whales, and other wildlife.

• Explore the white continent
• Observe wildlife
• Explore landscapes
• Explore Antarctica's history

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from $9,250

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Meet the Antarctic's great stars, the penguins, which number in the thousands and include a variety of curious species. This 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise takes you to the picturesque scenery found in one of the world's most inhospitable settings. Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound may be visited during your Antarctic adventures.

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Cruise between icebergs & fjords
• Observe penguins, albatross & more
• Enjoy trips ashore each day
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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from $31,500

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In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton: Ross Sea Antarctica

28 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Port of Bluff / Port of Bluff

Activity Level

Variable

Visit the subantarctic islands of Snares, Auckland, Macquarie, and Campbell, in the unique Southern Ocean during your 28-day Antarctica expedition to the Ross Sea. Aboard the Heritage Adventurer, spot penguins, seabirds, seals, and whales as you explore via Zodiacs and on wildlife walks.

• Visit the Ross Sea region
• Experience nature on a grand scale
• View relics of early exploration
• Observe penguins, seals, and whales
• Enjoy shore landings on islands

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from $16,695

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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring stunning Antarctic landscapes and diverse wildlife like penguins and seals. Visit South Georgia and the Falkland Islands before concluding your journey with a scenic sail across the South Atlantic.

• Join this ultimate wildlife cruise
• Discover incomparable landscapes
• Visit Shackleton's resting place
• Explore Stanley, Falkland Islands

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from $41,638

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Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands

Northbound - 22 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Santiago

Activity Level

Variable

This extraordinary 22-day Antarctica expedition takes you to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Enjoy an extra day at the Peninsula by flying from the Falkland Islands back to the mainland. Take full advantage of rare wildlife sightings, watching whales feed off the bow or perfect conditions for a late day kayaking excursion.

• Admite Antarctica's unique beauty
• Observe spectacular wildlife
• Discover three different regions
• Enjoy incredible photo ops

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from $18,610

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to whales. Visit South Georgia, home to king penguins and elephant seals, then the Falkland Islands with rugged shores and seabirds. End at Valdes Peninsula, where orcas hunt and guanacos roam.

• Explore Antarctica's landscape
• Explore South Georgia's wildlife
• Experience the Falkland Islands
• See Valdes Peninsula's wildlife

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from $26,500

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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 28 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 28-day Antarctic expedition roundtrip Ushuaia aboard MV Ortelius. Explore the Weddell Sea with its clear waters and massive tabular icebergs formed by the continent's floating ice sheets. Walk in the footsteps of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton, visit South Georgia with its abundance of wildlife, and ultimately reach Elephant Island.

• Explore the Weddell Sea
• Discover South Georgia's wildlife
• Explore Elephant Island
• Wildlife on Elephant Island

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from $10,999

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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Antarctic Discovery cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller. Brave the intrepid Drake Passage, guided by petrels and albatrosses. Witness the meeting of warm and cold waters, attracting remarkable wildlife like humpback whales. Witness the power and beauty of Antarctica, with its icy peaks and unique landscapes.

• Explore Parque Yatana's culture
• Conquer the intrepid Drake Passage
• Encounter extraordinary wildlife
• Set foot on the seventh continent

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from $9,180

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Antarctic Peninsula Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula's icy wonders and wildlife on a 11-day cruise aboard the SH Vega. Visit Gerlache Strait and Antarctic Sound for breathtaking scenery and the opportunity to take a photo with the local penguins. Led by expert polar specialists, this is an unforgettable journey to the end of the Earth.

• Experience your Antarctica dream
• Sail through the Gerlache Strait
• See the picturesque Lemaire Channel
• Visit Petermann Island

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from $10,180

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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Peninsula Odyssey cruise onboard the SH Diana for 12 days, departing and returning to Ushuaia. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, guided by experts, and immerse in breathtaking landscapes and encounters with wildlife. Engage in thrilling adventures through engaging lectures, and Zodiac excursions, and delectable cuisine along the way.

• Explore wildlife of Antarctica
• Explore the White Continent
• Witness the beauty of Antarctica
• Explore remote locations

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from $9,495

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Variable

Board Ocean Albatros on this 10-day cruise to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Set foot on the Antarctic continent as well as sub-Antarctic islands and experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery, and gigantic icebergs of this remote region on this expedition cruise.

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

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from $29,305

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Santiago

Activity Level

Variable

The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests.

• Seek out Antarctica’s wildlife
• Visit Torres del Paine National Pa
• Enjoy Tierra del Fuego
• Cruise pristine waters

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from $9,180

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Antarctic Peninsula Discovery

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the magnificent icy landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula during an 11-day cruise on the SH Diana. Witness Gerlache Strait and Antarctic Sound with the guidance of knowledgeable polar experts on this expedition to the southernmost point of the Earth.

• Explore the Gerlache Strait
• Explore penguins
• See the picturesque Lemaire Channel
• Visit the White Continent

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from $15,890

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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Boreal for a 12-day Emblematic Antarctica Cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to an enchanting polar desert, a final frontier where penguins number in the thousands and humpback whales patrol the icy waters.

• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
• Observe magnificent wildlife
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Learn from a team of expert guides

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