Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

from $19,295

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Wild Antarctica featuring the Weddell Sea - Fly/Sail

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Marvel at enormous tabular icebergs
• Discover Antarctic Sound wildlife
• Visit historic huts on land

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Photography Seminars, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Snorkeling

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Join an 11-day expedition on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the stunning western Antarctic Peninsula and the historically rich Weddell Sea. Ideal for adventurers, this journey navigates icy waters to discover unique geological wonders and dramatic frozen landscapes.

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from $33,195

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South Georgia & Antarctica: Through the Lens - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Tour Punta Arenas' cultural sites
• Visit Elephant Island
• Enter the remote Weddell Sea
• Photograph glaciers and icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 20-day Fly/Sail photography expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the stunning landscapes of South Georgia and Antarctica. Capture breathtaking wildlife and surreal scenes in one of the world's most pristine environments, perfect for photographers of all skill levels.

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from $28,295

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Southern Antarctic Realms: Antarctic Circle & Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• View Weddell Sea Adelie colonies
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula
• Marvel at Lake Escondido
• Spot albatrosses in Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 17-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, crossing the Antarctic Circle and exploring the remote Weddell Sea. Experience stunning icebergs, wildlife like Adelie penguins, and the legendary history of polar explorers in an awe-inspiring, remote landscape.

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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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from $15,555

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Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Cross the Antarctic Convergence
• View icebergs, seabirds, and whales
• Board Zodiacs for shore excursions
• Travel to 66º33´S
• Visit Peninsula's bays and channels
• Explore scientific bases

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day Antarctica cruise aboard MS Seaventure, departing from Ushuaia. Cruise through the Beagle Channel, Cape Horn, and the Drake Passage before reaching the Antarctic Peninsula and crossing the Antarctic Circle. Explore Antarctica using Zodiacs to visit penguin rookeries, seal wallows, bird colonies, and whale feeding areas.

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from $30,595

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In Shackleton’s Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Tour the Andes Mountain Range
• Retrace Shackleton's route
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Spot wildlife of the Scotia Sea

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 20-day Antarctic cruise aboard Sylvia Earle, retracing Sir Ernest Shackleton's legendary journey from the Antarctic Peninsula to South Georgia. Experience wildlife sightings, including King Penguins and seals, while visiting historic sites like the Endurance shipwreck and Elephant Island.

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from $27,295

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Antarctic Feast: Circle in Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Enjoy a special Christmas feast
• Explore the Andes Mountain Range
• Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
• Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join a 15-day Antarctic cruise on the Douglas Mawson, venturing beyond standard routes to cross the Antarctic Circle and witness stunning landscapes and unique wildlife. Experience festive celebrations aboard while enjoying daily excursions via Zodiacs to see penguins, seals, and magnificent ice formations.

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from $11,000

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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore wildlife
• Discover South Shetland Islands
• Witness humpback and minke whales
• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Join the Ortelius on a 13-day Polar Circle cruise from Ushuaia to the deep south of Antarctica. See glaciers, ice-filled channels, and wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales, with a chance to witness the Southern Lights.

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from $9,650

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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Visit Point Wild
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Discover the Devil Island

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Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

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Variable

Board MV Plancius in Ushuaia for an 11-day Antarctic adventure, sailing through the Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage. Explore historic sites like Point Wild and the Weddell Sea, spot whales, seals, and seabirds, and witness stunning landscapes, including Antarctic Sound, Brown Bluff, and Devil Island, before returning to Ushuaia.

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from $7,800

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Antarctica - Whale Watching Discovery and Learning Voyage

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Visit Port Lockroy
• Spot penguins and seals
• Meet gentoo penguins

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Ushuaia / Arakur Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving

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Set sail from Ushuaia on an 11-day Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard Ortelius, crossing the Drake Passage to explore glaciers, icy bays, and wildlife-rich sites like Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Port Lockroy. Spot whales, seals, and penguins, and enjoy Zodiac cruises and possible snowshoeing in this polar wonderland.

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from $12,965

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Christmas in Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

• Explore Antarctica on Christmas
• Stop to see historical sites
• Sail across the Antarctic Peninsula
• Cruise among icebergs
• Encounter unforgettable wildlife

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Celebrate the Christmas season and explore the majestic white continent. Enjoy abundant wildlife encounters and the striking panoramic landscape of the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula aboard the MS Seaventure on this 12-day cruise.

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from $18,295

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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Tour the Andes Mountain Range
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Enjoy included activities
• Enjoy polar plunge in polar waters

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Camping

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Join the 14-day Antarctica Active expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer from Ushuaia, which includes paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling in the voyage cost. Experience deep exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with these all-inclusive activities, plus standard Zodiac excursions and the unique opportunity to camp on the ice.

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from $30,295

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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Discover Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic Peninsula’s fjords
• Visit Elephant Island’s shores

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Set sail on a 20-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, retracing Shackleton’s path through the Antarctic. Explore stunning landscapes, wildlife encounters, and enjoy guided excursions, culminating in a scenic return to Ushuaia.

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from $17,895

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• Marvel at giant icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

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from $6,995

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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

10 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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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Embark on this 10-day Antarctic adventure with Magellan Explorer. Sail the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia and across the Drake Passage to the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula where you will search for wildlife and explore the surrounding landscape.

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from $14,295

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Cruise through Drake Passage
• Sail through Paradise Bay
• Observe Gentoo penguin colonies
• Visit Deception Island

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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Citizen Science

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Variable

During this 13-day Crossing the Antarctic Circle cruise aboard Ocean Victory. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula, including Paradise Bay, Cuverville Island, Damoy Point, and Wilhelmina Bay. Witness penguin colonies, whales, and icebergs, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare achievement.

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from $13,880

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Roundtrip Cruise to Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness glaciers and wildlife
• Enjoy whale watching
• Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Set sail on a 15-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Vega. Explore glaciers, icebergs, and penguin colonies. Enjoy enriching lectures, photography guidance, sea days with observation decks, and the unique landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

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from $14,495

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Antarctic Micro Fly Cruise - Sail One Way

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena

• Fly to King George Island
• Sail the Gerlache Strait
• Zodiac cruise among icebergs
• Visit penguin colonies
• Explore Antarctic highlights

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Puerto Natales / Ushuaia

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Join the MV Polar Athena 9-Day Antarctica Fly Cruise from Puerto Natales. Explore glaciers, iceberg-filled coves, and penguin colonies while sailing the Gerlache Strait and navigating remote Antarctic islands.

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