Top Antarctica Trips & Tours in January 2026

from $9,875

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Antarctic Wonders

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Sail through Lemaire Channel
• Spot gentoo penguin colonies
• Visit Mikkelsen Harbor wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Experience Antarctica on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia on SH Minerva. Enjoy sea days with lectures and photography sessions, explore the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, and sail through the Lemaire Channel. Visit Mikkelsen Harbor to spot gentoo penguins and seals, and end in Ushuaia, the “End of the World.”

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from $44,040

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Antarctica in Depth

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• Explore Buenos Aires’ districts
• Admire Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Navigate Beagle Channel
• Witness Antarctic wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Experience a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse from Buenos Aires, featuring guided excursions in stunning, remote landscapes. With expert guidance and diverse wildlife, this journey promises unique adventures in comfort and safety.

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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

• 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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Port of Bluff / Port of Bluff

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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.

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from $20,349

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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• See legendary landscapes & habitats
• Encounter iconic wildlife
• Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
• Experience the Antarctic undersea

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Embark on a 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution and witness the stunning beauty of huge tabular icebergs surrounded by turquoise blue meltwater pools, towering mountains rising up to 9,000 feet from the sea, countless penguins, and diverse marine mammals

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from $19,199

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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• See legendary landscapes & habitats
• Encounter iconic wildlife
• Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
• Experience the Antarctic undersea

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Buenos Aires / Antarctica Peninsula

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This 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise on the National Geographic Endurance takes you to huge tabular icebergs in pools of turquoise blue meltwater, mountains rising some 9,000 feet straight up from the sea, penguins galore, abundant marine mammals, and experiences like cruising through the spectacular Lemaire Channel.

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from $26,500

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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 28 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Helicopter Tours

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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.

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from $16,900

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Meet six species of penguin
• Visit sites of past explorers
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Bird watch across the Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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This Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctic Peninsula 20-day cruise is an animal-lover’s dream come true. The rugged landscapes create an incredible background for the cruise and are home to some of the world's most unusual animals, including penguins, seals, and seabirds.

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from $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Visit Ross Sea Region
• See Macquarie Island wildlife
• Explore Enderby Island
• Zodiac cruise around Snares

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing

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Sail on a 22-day expedition from Dunedin to Antarctica aboard Le Soleal. Explore Enderby Island, the Ross Sea, Macquarie Island, and the Snares. Spot penguins, sea lions, and historic explorer sites. Enjoy days at sea with lectures and wildlife viewing.

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from $17,680

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Antarctica, The Falklands & South Georgia

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore Ushuaia’s scenic landscapes
• Experience Stanley's British charm
• Sail Antarctica’s dramatic glaciers
• Witness Falklands’ wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 19-day cruise aboard SH Diana, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Highlights include penguin colonies, stunning glaciers, and cultural stops, with luxurious at-sea relaxation.

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from $11,480

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Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Discover Weddell Sea
• Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
• See penguins, whales, and albatross
• Explore Ushuaia port city

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join the SH Vega on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip in Ushuaia and encounter Antarctica like never before. Cross the notorious Drake Passage, marvel at colossal tabular icebergs, observe penguins up close, and discover the history of Shackleton's Endurance, its incredible survival, and its rescue tale.

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from $31,495

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Ross Sea Odyssey

Roundtrip Dunedin - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore the deep South
• Encounter subantarctic wildlife
• Traverse the Antarctic Circle
• Cruise along Victoria Land Coast

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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Kayaking, Photography Seminars

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Join a 25-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson to explore the Ross Sea, where you can see yellow-eyed penguins and nesting albatrosses. Cross the Antarctic Circle to encounter emperor penguins and majestic glaciers at the Ross Ice Shelf, experiencing the raw beauty of this remote frontier.

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from $7,390

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Classic Antarctica

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• View vast penguin rookeries
• Explore the pristine wilderness
• Navigate narrow passages
• Cross the infamous Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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This classic small ship cruise to Antarctica lets you follow in the footsteps of the early Antarctic explorers like Shackleton, Cook & Ross. Explore amazing Antarctic scenery - pristine wilderness of sea, snow, ice, mountains, and an incredible abundance of wildlife on this 10-day Antarctic cruise on the MV Ushuaia which houses only 88 passengers.

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from $10,675

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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Discover wildlife at Petermann
• Sail iconic Lemaire Channel
• Attend onboard expert lectures

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Wildlife Viewing

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Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard SH Minerva. Embark in Ushuaia, cruise through ice-filled waters, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Discover penguins, glaciers, and research stations while gaining insights from expert guides and photographers. End your journey back in Ushuaia before flying to Buenos Aires.

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from $12,100

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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

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

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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

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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.

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from $9,595

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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

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 / Antarctica Peninsula

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Camping

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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.

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from $65,390

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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• VIsit Falkland coastal charm
• Experience Stanley’s heritage
• Admire South Georgia’s mountains
• Visit Grytviken’s whaling ruins

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Join a 20-day cruise from Buenos Aires aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring remote polar destinations like the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience diverse wildlife, historic sites, and dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable expedition.

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from $10,080

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Antarctic Wonders

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Explore Buenos Aires
• Cruise Antarctic Peninsula
• Capture images of Antarctic scenery
• Explore Petermann Island

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Embark on an 11-day Antarctica cruise aboard SH Vega. Fly south, board the boutique ship, and cross open ocean. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula with glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife. Take shore excursions to sites such as Petermann Island and the Lemaire Channel before returning to Ushuaia for your flight back to Buenos Aires.

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from $68,190

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Antarctica's Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife

Hobart - Christchurch - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Visit Beaufort Island’s cliffs
• Explore Hobart’s vibrant harbor
• Sail along the Ross Sea
• Admire Mount Erebus

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Hobart / Christchurch

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Whale Watching

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Set sail on a 24-day Scenic Eclipse II cruise from Hobart to Christchurch, exploring Antarctica’s Ross Sea and its historic routes. Experience breathtaking glaciers and unique wildlife.

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