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Spotting the continent of Antarctica
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cross the famous Drake Passage
  • Possibly encounter killer whales
  • See icebergs, glaciers and wildlife
  • Sail towards Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 16-day Antarctic Circle cruise aboard National Geographic Endurance and sail across the Drake Passage, then explore the Antarctic Circle’s stunning landscapes, icebergs, and wildlife. This voyage offers a deep exploration of Antarctica's natural wonders before returning to Ushuaia and Buenos Aires.
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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
from $8,010
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Spirit of Terra Nova

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Terra Nova Adventurer
  • Sail to Beagle Channel
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit Adélie penguin colonies
  • Visit Brown Bluff
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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During this 11-day Spirit of Terra Nova cruise aboard Terra Nova Adventurer, explore Antarctica from Ushuaia and sail through the Beagle Channel. Cross the Drake Passage, attend expert-led briefings, and spot seabirds and whales along the way.
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Colorful sunset over Antarctica
from $13,999
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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Spend Christmas in Antarctica
  • Spot albatrosses on the Drake
  • Land at Brown Bluff or Cierva Cove
  • Watch penguins at busy colonies
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on an 11-day Christmas cruise from Ushuaia aboard World Navigator. Cross the Drake Passage in search of albatrosses and whales, then spend six days exploring Antarctica through Zodiac safaris and captain-selected shore landings.
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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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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling
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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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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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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
Activities
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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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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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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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
Activities
Citizen Science
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Variable
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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