Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Seek out Antarctica’s wildlife
• Visit Torres del Paine National Pa
• Enjoy Tierra del Fuego
• Cruise pristine waters

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Santiago / Santiago

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The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests.

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from $58,990

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Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast

25 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Queenstown
• Discover Milford Sound
• Witness Balleny Islands
• Explore the Terra Nova Hut

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Queenstown / Hobart

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on a 25-day cruise from Queenstown to Hobart aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Explore Antarctica's remote and captivating landscape, following in the footsteps of explorer Sir Douglas Mawson. Navigate wild realms and experience the unpredictability.

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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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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 $21,995

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Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands

19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Learn more about Ernest Shackleton
• Set off on Zodiac excursions
• Explore historic, South Georgia
• Explore Falkland Islands

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Board luxurious Le Lyrial on an exciting 19-day expedition cruise to Antarctica. After a flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina, at the tip of South America, depart toward the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before cruising the Drake Passage and the expansive glaciers and wildlife-rich shorelines of the Antarctic peninsula.

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from $32,870

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Visit Karukinka Natural Park

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Adventure Options, Kayaking

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Join this 18-day Antarctica expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Chilean fjords, Patagonia’s landscapes, and Torres del Paine. Encounter penguins, whales, and glaciers on this epic adventure.

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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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Buenos Aires / Chile

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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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from $30,497

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• See Torres del Paine National Park
• Venture through wildlife reserves
• Navigate Chile's fjords
• Witness Antarctica's wildlife

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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia

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Discover near-mythic, awe-inspiring landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica on the National Geographic Resolution. Explore exotic icescapes and calving glaciers, isolated reserves, and pristine parks, as well as the remarkable wildlife that thrive in these environments.

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from $13,410

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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
• Observe magnificent wildlife
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Learn from a team of expert guides

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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

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Join Le Boreal for a 12-day Emblematic Antarctica Cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to an enchanting polar desert, a final frontier where penguins number in the thousands and humpback whales patrol the icy waters.

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from $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot incredible wildlife
• Explore unique flora and fauna
• Follow the paths of explorers
• Marvel at pristine ice formations

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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Variable

On this 22-day journey aboard Le Soleal, follow in the footsteps of pioneers such as Scott, Shackleton, and Borchgrevink. From New Zealand, cruise to Antarctica through the Ross Sea, visiting subantarctic islands, observing the region's spectacular wildlife, and admiring unspoiled landscapes.

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from $15,750

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Atlantic Odyssey Including Antarctic Peninsula to St. Helena

33 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Meet gentoo penguins & brown skuas
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• Visit Shackleton's grave site

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

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Explore the world´s most remote islands on this 33-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, an ice-strengthened vessel. Sail through the Antarctic Peninsula and enjoy the scenic waterway and the incredible variety of wildlife on your way to St. Helena.

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from $9,050

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Atlantic Odyssey, Excluding Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia - St Helena - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Ushuaia's rugged landscapes
• Sail South Georgia's thriving water
• Visit Grytviken's historic ruins
• Admire St. Helena's landmarks

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

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Embark on a 24-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard MV Plancius, exploring remote islands like South Georgia, Gough, and Tristan da Cunha, home to king penguins, albatrosses, and seals. Highlights include sailing from Ushuaia, crossing the Antarctic Convergence, and visiting historic St. Helena.

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from $29,891

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

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Join an exclusive 17-day expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Sail through the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica's wonders, cruise the Chilean fjords, and visit Torres del Paine National Park.

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from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

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Santiago / Hobart

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Spa Relaxation, Hiking

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Embark on a 31-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

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from $12,900

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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, Incl. Helicopters

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Hike on Deception Island
• Watch emperor penguins
• Take a walk on pack ice
• View seabirds in the Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Helicopter Tours

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The 11-day Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin cruise aboard Ortelius permits an amazing rendezvous with the magnificent Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. Explore the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adelies and gentoos. Visit Deception Island and Half Moon Island where even more penguins can be viewed.

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from $31,322

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Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Enjoy Argentina's coast
• Look for incredible wildlife
• Learn the region's maritime history
• Spot penguins in South Georgia

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits

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On this 25-day cruise aboard National Geographic Endurance, discover Argentina's eastern coast, from harbors to the UNESCO-listed Península Valdés during whale breeding season. Witness a sea of king penguins on a remote South Georgia beach and hike the Falkland Islands' shores with fur seals and the world's largest black-browed albatross colony.

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from $18,200

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Atlantic Odyssey including Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

Ushuaia - Praia - 43 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Antarctica watching whales
• Follow Wildlife Migrations
• Visit Rare Destinations
• Cross the Equator

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Port of Ushuaia / Praia

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.

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from $20,399

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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Spot Adelie penguin colonies
• Explore rugged coast by Zodiac
• Walk along Puerto Madryn’s cliffs
• Spot Gentoo penguins

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Relaxed

Embark on a 20-day Antarctic & Falklands Adventure cruise aboard World Navigator. Travel aboard an expedition ship, exploring icy coastlines, penguin-covered beaches, and remote Patagonian outposts. This immersive voyage invites you to experience some of the planet’s most remote and awe-inspiring destinations.

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from $20,299

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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Explore West Point Island
• Spot black-browed albatross
• See Falkland Island elephant seals
• Visit Port Stanley museum

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing

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Embark on an 18-day Antarctic & Falklands Adventure cruise aboard World Traveller and explore the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and the icy wilderness of Antarctica. This immersive itinerary combines cultural highlights and natural wonders with flexible daily exploration guided by your captain and expedition team.

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