Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

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.

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.

The Antarctica Express Air cruise is a compact 6-day expedition aboard Magellan Discoverer. Begin in Punta Arenas, Chile, with a flight to King George Island to explore penguin colonies, ice-filled bays, and Antarctic wildlife. Sail through the Drake Passage, spot seabirds and whales, and, weather permitting, land at Cape Horn. Conclude in Ushuaia.

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.

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.

The Antarctic Peninsula’s remarkable history provides you with a type of excitement often only associated with the early explorers. Enjoy plenty of time to explore its amazing scenery, a pristine wilderness of snow, ice, mountains, and waterways, and an incredible variety of wildlife on this 11-day polar voyage aboard MV Ushuaia.

Set out on a 19-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia on the MV Plancius. This journey to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula reveals a wild, breathtaking region brimming with diverse wildlife—a true paradise for nature enthusiasts.

This 20-day unique expedition cruise goes beyond wildlife viewing and delves into the human history of Falklands and Antarctica. Board MV Discoverer in Ushuaia, Argentina, cruise through the Beagle Channel on your way to the Falkland Islands, then on to South Georgia, and finally the Antarctic Peninsula.

Embark on an 12-day Antarctica Drake Fly & Sail cruise aboard World Traveller. Sail across the Drake Passage, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Sound, and South Shetland Islands. Make flexible landings based on ice and weather, guided by expert navigation.

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.

Join a 21-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the stunning wildlife of the Falklands-Malvinas and South Georgia. Experience breathtaking moments with king penguins, elephant seals, and migrating whales in this ultimate Antarctic adventure.

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.