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Fur seal paradise in Antarctica
from $15,600
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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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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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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
from $22,895
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • A cruise for women, by women
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Scuba Diving
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. Designed by women, led by women, and for women, this adventure lets you explore Antarctica’s stunning landscapes and thriving wildlife. Skip the Drake’s rough seas with charter flights and celebrate trailblazing female conservationists.
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Penguin sighting in Antarctica
from $12,720
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Antarctica: The White Continent – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit former whaling stations
  • Experience drifting icebergs
  • Observe diverse wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Join Le Boreal for a 12-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula roundtrip Ushuaia. Take a trip across the legendary Drake Passage and survey the remarkable wildlife of the White Continent, including Gentoo and Adelie penguins, Humpback whales, and seals. Marvel at the majestic landscape of icebergs, ice floes, and ancient glaciers.
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sea kayaking in the waters of Antarctica
from $19,695
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Antarctic Explorer: A Culinary Quest

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia
  • Fly across the Drake Passage
  • Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, enjoying stunning wildlife and exquisite dining amidst glaciers. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula with daily landings, and fly back to South America, avoiding the Drake Passage.
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Citizen Science Fjord Phyto
from $18,395
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Antarctic Explorer: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Lake Escondido
  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence
  • Zodiac the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Study the Southern Ocean
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Whale Watching, Snorkeling, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Join a 10-day Antarctic Sail/Fly expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, featuring expert-led discussions and outdoor activities. Experience flexible itineraries for optimal wildlife encounters, from Zodiac cruises to penguin colony observations.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $19,995
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Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Witness king penguin colonies
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Trace Shackleton’s expedition
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
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Explore South Georgia and Antarctica on this 18-day expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Magellan Discoverer. Visit Grytviken, St. Andrew’s Bay, Salisbury Plain, Elephant Island, the South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Travel by Zodiac, attend expert talks, and observe penguins, albatrosses, glaciers, and historic sites.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $10,075
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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Spot penguins, seals, and whales
  • Join Zodiac excursions
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Small Ship Sailing, Camping, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation
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Explore the best of Antarctica on this 11-day Wildlife Explorer roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Navigate the legendary Drake Passage, witness towering icebergs, and discover the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and close encounters with penguins, whales, and seals.
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An old iceberg on the beaches of Deception Island
from $10,075
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Best of Antarctica: Pristine Wilderness

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Sail through the Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Spot whales and penguins
  • Hike icy Antarctic landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Explore the Best of Antarctica: Pristine Wilderness on this 11-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, spot whales, seals, and penguins, and marvel at dramatic icy landscapes. Cross the legendary Drake Passage to reach the remote South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $9,575
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Best of Antarctica: Whale Journey

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cruise the Beagle Channel
  • Brave the legendary Drake Passage
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • Take thrilling Zodiac excursions
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Explore Antarctica on this 11-day adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and reach the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Witness incredible wildlife, including whales, penguins, and seabirds. Join thrilling Zodiac excursions and take a daring polar plunge.
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from $15,895
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Antarctic Explorer Express - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Discover South Shetland wildlife
  • See penguins in Antarctic shores
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on the Douglas Mawson, perfect for time-pressed travelers. Explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, encountering whales, penguins, and magnificent icy landscapes.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $26,860
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Tour Antarctic Peninsula glaciers
  • Search wild Weddell seal groups
  • Visit Ushuaia gateway to South Pole
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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 14-day cruise to the remote Weddell Sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot, where you encounter Emperor and Adelie penguins among stunning icebergs. Experience the legacy of explorers like Shackleton in a pristine Antarctic wilderness, where silence reigns and wildlife flourishes.
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A cheerful herd of penguins gathers along the icy shores of South Georgia.
from $25,195
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Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cruise along Southern Ocean
  • Discover Falkland Islands wildlife
  • Visit Stanley and museums
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula bays
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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During this 20-day Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Victory, sail across the Southern Ocean to explore the wildlife-rich shores. Discover thriving penguin colonies, watch albatrosses in flight, see seals resting on icy beaches, navigate through iceberg-filled waters, and visit active research stations.
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Icebergs at sunset
from $15,995
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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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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 $87,975
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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
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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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Hauling kayaks out for a paddle
from $11,600
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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • 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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Take your Antarctic expedition to the next level! This 13-day Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp voyage aboard MV Plancius is packed full of adventures with hiking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping on the Antarctic Continent.
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Sightseeing on South Georgia
from $37,695
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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
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Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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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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from $16,595
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Hone your photography skills
  • Explore the Drake Passage
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Experience Antarctica’s wonders
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Join a 12-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle and explore the breathtaking Antarctic landscape. Experience adventure through Zodiac navigation, land on the continent, and enjoy unique activities under the vibrant polar skies.
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Walk across the pristine Antarctic landscape
from $14,995
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Cruise through Lemaire Channel
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Camping, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Variable
Join this 13-day Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, departing from Ushuaia. Discover penguin colonies, glacial wonders, and the stunning Lemaire Channel before crossing the iconic Antarctic Circle.
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Leopard Seal
from $9,650
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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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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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See the beautiful wildlife in Antarctica.
from $21,080
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Ultimate Antarctic Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard RMS St. Helena
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit Gentoo penguin colony
  • Cruise scenic Beagle Channel
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
This 20-day Ultimate Antarctic Adventure aboard RMS St. Helena begins in Ushuaia, sailing through the Beagle Channel and crossing the Drake Passage to reach the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Explore via ship aboard Icebird yacht, adventure into remote bays and narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $20,395
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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Punta Arenas history
  • Marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs
  • Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
  • Engage in citizen science
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling
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Variable
Join a 13-day Weddell Sea Fly/Sail expedition on Sylvia Earle with New Scientist Discovery Tours, exploring Antarctica's remote regions rich in ice, wildlife, and history tied to Shackleton's Endurance expedition. Encounter seals, discover ancient fossils, and observe migrating whales while delving into polar science and the unique ecosystem.
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from $16,995
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day Antarctica trip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore Antarctica's landscapes and enjoy activities like kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional experiences include the polar plunge. Return via the Drake Passage, attend lectures, and reflect on your journey.
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