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Observe the Antarctic Landscape over the sea.
from $9,940
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Classic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard RMS St. Helena
  • Explore Gentoo's penguin colonies
  • Explore Antarctic remote landings
  • Check-out Brown Bluff wildlife
  • Disembark in Ushuaia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Camping, Small Ship Sailing
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During this 10-day Classic Antarctica cruise aboard RMS St. Helena, set sail from Ushuaia and head south along the Beagle Channel before crossing the Drake Passage—your gateway to Antarctica. While at sea, attend expert-led talks and spot seabirds and whales from the deck and explore where every day offers new adventures.
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Landscape during Antarctica tour
from $18,900
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South Georgia and Antarctica - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Marvel at spectacular icebergs
  • Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
  • Enjoy Zodiac excursions
  • Follow the history of Shackleton
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Santiago / Puerto Williams
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This 17-day Antarctic trip on Silver Cloud takes you to South Georgia, the Antarctic Sound, the Antarctic Peninsula, and Elephant Island, where you might encounter seabirds, whales, penguins, glaciers, and icebergs.
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Zodiac cruise
from $20,795
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Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Sail the Drake Passage
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
  • Look for minke and humpback whales
  • Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Take the Polar Plunge
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Join this 14-day Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle cruise aboard World Voyager. Embark on an unforgettable Antarctic adventure. Explore Buenos Aires, cruise through the Beagle Channel, cross the Drake Passage, and encounter wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula and beyond.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $29,757
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago / Puerto Natales
Activities
Village Visits
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Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 
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Rockhopper penguins
from $16,695
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Join this ultimate wildlife cruise
  • Discover incomparable landscapes
  • Visit Shackleton's resting place
  • Explore Stanley, Falkland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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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.
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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
from $17,050
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Elephant Island - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • 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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Tierra del Fuego National Park / Port of Ushuaia
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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.
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
from $21,323
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Antarctica & Falklands Expedition

Santiago - Buenos Aires - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Santiago colonial buildings
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctica’s wildlife
  • Walk Stanley’s historic streets
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Santiago / Buenos Aires
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Citizen Science
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Join a 24-day expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Falklands aboard MS Fram, starting in Santiago, Chile. Experience wildlife, culture, and stunning landscapes as you explore remarkable locations, ending your journey in Buenos Aires.
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Brilliant blue icebergs in Antarctic waters
from $24,499
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Grand Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate the Drake Passage
  • Zodiac excursions in Antarctica
  • Experience fjords and rugged cliff
  • Spot native birds and seals
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 20-day expedition cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands aboard World Traveller and explore remote shores by Zodiac, hike icy trails, and witness abundant wildlife. Enjoy expert-led excursions and daily discoveries aboard your expedition ship, with a flexible itinerary guided by real-time conditions.
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from $12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.
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Travelers listening to fascinating talks from the expedition team
from $31,495
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot wildlife in South Georgia
  • Explore the streets of Stanley
  • Hike Lake Escondido
  • Witness glaciers of Antarctic
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking, Skiing
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Variable
Join this 21-day Antarctic odyssey aboard the Greg Mortimer from Ushuaia to explore the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Experience unparalleled wildlife viewing, encountering the world's largest King Penguin colonies, whale migrations, and seals across serene polar landscapes.
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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $39,990
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Antarctica in Depth

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Buenos Aires rich culture
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Visit Deception Island
  • Navigate Lemaire Channel
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Photography Seminars, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Helicopter Tours
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Embark on a 13-day Antarctic expedition cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse II, exploring breathtaking glaciers and wildlife up close. Experience Zodiac landings, kayaking, and optional helicopter flights for an unforgettable adventure in this stunning region.
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Iceberg off coast of Antarctica
from $11,380
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Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Discover Weddell Sea
  • Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
  • See penguins, whales, and albatross
  • Sail across Beagle Channel
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Join the SH Diana 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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A whale comes up to say hello
from $17,195
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Join this ultimate wildlife cruise
  • Discover incomparable landscapes
  • Visit Shackleton's resting place
  • Explore Stanley, Falkland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a 23-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, exploring vibrant cities and diverse wildlife, including penguins and whales. Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, and the bird-filled Falkland Islands before concluding your journey across the South Atlantic.
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Gentoo penguin
from $12,695
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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore the white continent
  • Observe wildlife
  • Explore landscapes
  • Explore Antarctica's history
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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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.
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In touch with nature in Stromness
from $17,900
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Antarctica, The Falklands & South Georgia

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Witness Falkland Island's wildlife
  • Learn about Port Stanley's history
  • See South Georgia King penguins
  • Witness the glaciers of Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Set sail on a 19-day Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia cruise aboard SH Minerva. Explore the Falklands’ penguin colonies, visit Port Stanley, and see King penguins at South Georgia’s Grytviken. Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula for glaciers, icebergs, seals, whales and seabirds before crossing the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia.
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Rockhopper penguin sighting
from $14,500
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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Get a taste of Falklands history
  • See four S.Georgia penguin species
  • Discover the South Orkney Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 19-day cruise from Ushuaia to see black-browed albatrosses in the Falkland Islands, explore Port Stanley, visit South Georgia's king penguin colonies, marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs, and meet elephant seals. Experience an unforgettable adventure aboard the Ortelius!
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1800's whaling station
from $29,395
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Falklands’ beaches
  • Marvel at South Georgia’s glaciers
  • Spot Antarctica's wildlife
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling
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Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Sylvia Earle, exploring Ushuaia, the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and expert-led activities, concluding with a flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
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A humpback whale lifts its fluke
from $6,700
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Antarctica - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
  • Observe humpback and minke whales
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctica Whale Watching cruise aboard MV Plancius from Ushuaia, Argentina. Witness penguins at Danco Island, glaciers at Neko Harbour, and whales at Paradise Bay. Explore historic sites like Port Lockroy. Encounter humpback whales at Wilhelmina Bay. Experience nature's wonders in this unforgettable adventure.
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