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Top Antarctica Trips & Tours in January 2026

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Discover Antarctica in January 2026 on one of these 67 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during January 2026 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking, and Photography Seminars. Prices for trips in January 2026 range from $4,995 to $188,640 for a vacation of 6 to 31 days. Choose any of the below 67 itineraries in January 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Antarctica trip planners.
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Icebergs at sunset
from $18,995
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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 8 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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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Embark on this 8-day Antarctica cruise by air and have an adventure with the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.
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Posing at the Ceremonial South Pole. Courtesy Adam Ungar, Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions
from $85,400
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South Pole Overnight and Three Glaciers Retreat

at Three Glaciers Retreat - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Union Glacier
  • Experience Antarctica
  • Visit the Amundsen-Scott Station
  • Enjoy outdoor activities
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Skiing
Activity Level
Moderate
This Antarctica tour provides an exclusive opportunity to camp overnight at one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth, and walk in the footsteps of polar explorers who reached the Geographic South Pole.
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Sightseeing on South Georgia
from $40,595
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • See thousands of pairs of penguins
  • Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Enjoy Flightseeing tours
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Helicopter Tours
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Variable
From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.
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Leopard Seal
from $9,250
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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Variable
Meet thousands of penguins and other wildlife on this 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise aboard MV Hondius. Explore remote landscapes and possible sites like Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound in one of the world’s most extreme environments.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $20,095
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Ushuaia’s scenic waterfront
  • Sail Beagle Channel’s waters
  • Discover Falkland landscapes
  • Experience Stanley’s ambiance
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 21-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, where you can see king penguins and historic whaling sites. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes and wildlife before a memorable Drake Passage crossing.
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A group of kayakers pose in the icy waters of Antarctica.
from $12,965
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Celebrating Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure
  • Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Encounter unforgettable wildlife
  • Cruise among icebergs
  • Stop to see historical sites
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join a 12-day cruise on MS Seaventure to explore Antarctica's stunning wildlife and landscapes, with extra time for flexibility in your itinerary. Experience rich wildlife in the South Shetland Islands and the remote Antarctic Peninsula, enjoying more landings and Zodiac excursions.
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Chinstrap penguin sighting
from $9,595
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise to Antarctica aboard the Ocean Victory, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Experience breathtaking wildlife encounters and explore stunning ice formations with expert guides in one of Earth’s most untouched landscapes.
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Camping in the Polar regions
from $15,695
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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer
  • Explore local bays and channels
  • Scout for humpback & minke whales
  • Experience a Polar Plunge swim
  • Learn from on-board specialists
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
On this 11-day adventure to the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula you'll cruise through sea ice, witness penguins building their nests, kayak along icebergs, and experience exhilarating encounters with abundant wildlife including penguins, seals and whales.
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Team of explorers in Geographic South Pole
from $110,000
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South Pole and Emperors at Echo Camp

Antarctica Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore remote areas of Antarctica
  • Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
  • See penguin colony in Atka Bay
  • Visit the Geographic South Pole
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Cape Town / Cape Town
Activity Level
Moderate
Fly over tens of thousands of icebergs as you cross the Polar Circle. This 8-day South Pole and Emperors Antarctic Adventure is a thrilling exploration of the icy wonders of Antarctica. See the Emperor penguin colony in Atka Bay and visit the heart of the Great White Continent, the South Pole.
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Geographic South Pole Explorers
from $110,000
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South Pole and Emperors at Whichaway Camp

Antarctica Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore remote areas of Antarctica
  • Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
  • See penguin colony in Atka Bay
  • Visit the Geographic South Pole
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Cape Town / Cape Town
Activities
Hiking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Join this 8-day South Pole and Emperors Antarctic Expedition, A thrilling exploration of the icy wonders of Antarctica. See the Emperor penguin colony in Atka Bay and visit the heart of the Great White Continent, the Geographic South Pole.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $14,695
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The Antarctic Peninsula and Extreme Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover the Weddell Sea
  • Visit Hope Bay or Devil's Island
  • View Brown Bluff's volcanic cliffs
  • Admire the Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join a 12-day expedition to the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Peninsula from Ushuaia on the Ocean Albatros, featuring wildlife encounters and stunning landscapes. This action-packed voyage emphasizes active exploration with an expert team, maximizing time ashore in Earth's final frontier.
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $23,795
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Fly over the Drake Passage and explore Antarctica aboard the Greg Mortimer on a 12-day air cruise from Punta Arenas to the Antarctic Circle, and back. Skip the seas, see more wildlife.
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Rosy midnight sun colors over icy seas
from $9,795
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join this 10-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring stunning landscapes and wildlife in the South Shetland Islands and Gerlache Strait. Experience Zodiac cruises, visit penguin rookeries, and enjoy breathtaking views of glaciers and icebergs, all guided by an expert Expedition Team.
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Penguin jump in Antarctica
from $20,295
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Meet Antarctica´s wildlife
  • Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
  • View Neko Harbor´s icebergs
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.
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Adele Penguin King of the Hill
from $14,999
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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Cross the iconic Drake Passage
  • Discover Brown Bluff
  • Land at Cierva Cove
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join a 12-day Exploring the Last Continent cruise board the World Traveller, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Cross the Drake Passage to Antarctica, exploring wildlife and volcanic landscapes in the South Shetland Islands, with possible stops at Deception Island and Elephant Island. The trip continues to the Antarctic Peninsula and ends in Ushuaia.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $16,449
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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
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
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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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $10,595
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Antarctica All-Access

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Kayak near floating icebergs
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Visit historic research stations
  • Spot penguins and seals
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Camping, Citizen Science, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Antarctic cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Begin with a hotel stay and city exploration before sailing across the Drake Passage. Discover dramatic landscapes, wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands, and the icy wonders of Antarctica through Zodiac cruises, kayaking, and visits to research stations.
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $13,849
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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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