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King Penguins on the march in Antarctic Peninsula
from $37,995
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Visit King Penguin colonies
  • Explore historic Stanley town
  • Spot wildlife in South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
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Join a 23-day Antarctic expedition on the Sylvia Earle, venturing beyond the Antarctic Peninsula to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle. Experience breathtaking wildlife, ice-filled fjords, and unique ecosystems while uncovering the region's rich human history.
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from $22,995
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit Falklands Islands
  • Discover South Georgia
  • Explore Historic Grytviken
  • Visit the scientific bases
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Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 20-day polar adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter vast penguin colonies, historic sites, and breathtaking ice-filled landscapes on this unforgettable voyage.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $15,995
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Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia & Antarctica

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Cruise Strait of Magellan
  • Visit Saunders Island
  • Hike West Point Island
  • Zodiac cruise on Prion Island
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 20-day cruise exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Magellan Explorer. Spot diverse wildlife including king, gentoo, and rockhopper penguins, along with albatross and seals. Visit remote islands like Saunders, West Point Island, and Elephant Island.
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A humpback whale dives beneath the Antarctic waters
from $17,795
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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Visit research stations
  • Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
  • Witness massive icebergs
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition aboard World Voyager. Antarctic cruise, exploring Ushuaia, the Drake Passage, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter penguins, whales, and breathtaking ice landscapes on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
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Watching the Adelie colony
from $16,995
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Antarctic Peninsula Expedition Micro Cruise by Air & Sea

Ushuaia - Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Discover stunning Paradise Bay
  • Observe whales in Wilhelmina Bay
  • Experience Puerto Natales
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Natales
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Join a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula sail/fly expedition cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, featuring a scenic ocean crossing and a flight home. Explore stunning locations like Paradise Bay while observing wildlife, including penguins and whales, with expert guidance.
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Antarctica Wildlife
from $16,995
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Antarctic Peninsula Expedition Micro Cruise by Air & Sea

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Discover scenic Puerto Natales
  • Fly to remote King George Island
  • Step ashore in Antarctica
  • View the scenic Beagle Channel
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Puerto Natales / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Hiking
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Enjoy a 10-day fly/sail cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, starting in Puerto Natales and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, including sights like Paradise Bay and Deception Island. Spot penguins, seals, and whales before crossing the Drake Passage and ending your journey in Ushuaia, Argentina.
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from $45,895
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

Dunedin - Ushuaia - 34 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Dunedin’s vibrant culture
  • Follow in footsteps of explorers
  • Discover Ross Sea’s wildlife
  • Spot Macquarie Island’s wildlife
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Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 34-day expedition from Dunedin to Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring the wonders of Antarctica. Follow in the footsteps of historic explorers while experiencing the stunning landscapes and untouched wilderness of the 7th continent.
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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $19,795
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Cross Southern Ocean’s expanse
  • Observe South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Visit Grytviken’s whaling station
  • Explore Ushuaia’s scenic waterfront
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 21-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Ushuaia and exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, home to diverse wildlife. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula's stunning landscapes and complete your journey with the iconic Drake Passage crossing.
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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $24,695
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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore king penguin rookeries
  • Tour abandoned whaling stations
  • Enjoy on-board lectures
  • Step foot on the 7th continent
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join this incredible 18-day cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer to Antarctica and South Georgia. Discover the unique wildlife and reflect at the resting place of the great explorer, Sir Ernest Shackleton.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $13,495
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Antarctica: Fly the Drake Passage

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Observe South Shetland Islands
  • Visit Chilean Patagonia ranch
  • Explore King George Island
  • View Antarctic wildlife encounter
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Citizen Science
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9-day expedition from Punta Arenas aboard Ocean Nova. Journey includes flight to King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula exploration via Zodiac and shore landings, visits to the South Shetland Islands, and a return via Punta Arenas with a Patagonia excursion before departure.
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Enjoy close-up wildlife watching!
from $20,095
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Visit Antarctic research sites
  • Experience polar plunge
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $18,695
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Across the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Spot Antarctic Peninsula icebergs
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego’s valleys
  • Visit Antarctic historic huts
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Skiing
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Variable
Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle to explore remote icy landscapes. Experience stunning glaciers, vibrant wildlife, and historic sites while navigating pack ice and iceberg-laden waters.
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Best Antarctic Kayaking Trips

Icebergs at sunset
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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 $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
Activities
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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Variable
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 $39,595
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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
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
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Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Camping, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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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

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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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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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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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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Team of explorers in Geographic South Pole
from $115,501
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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
Activities
Hiking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
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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