Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

Embark on a 15-day expedition from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore South Shetland Islands, and reach the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe penguins, seals, whales, and icebergs, visit historic huts, and cross the Antarctic Circle for a rare polar experience.

Experience a 15-day Antarctic Circle journey from Ushuaia roundtrip aboard MV Discoverer, crossing Drake Passage and exploring South Shetland Islands, the Antarctic Peninsula, and Lemaire Channel. Discover wildlife, icebergs, and remote landscapes, plus time in Ushuaia’s Patagonia setting before embarkation and after disembarkation.

Embark on the 12-day Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Douglas Mawson. Fly over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience vast glaciers, penguins, seals, and whales. Take Zodiac cruises, photograph icebergs, and witness skuas.

Experience a 12-day Antarctica voyage from Ushuaia to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Victory. Cross the Drake Passage, visit South Shetland Islands and Deception Island, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Observe penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds, join Citizen Science activities, and land at research stations and historic sites.

Join this 14-day cruise expedition aboard Ultramarine and sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of emperor penguins.

Embark on this 14-day cruise exploring Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the legendary Drake Passage, where you'll witness breathtaking wildlife, from soaring albatrosses to playful dolphins.

Embark on a 10-day Drake Express cruise aboard World Navigator, land at remote research stations, and witness abundant wildlife. This flexible itinerary brings you face-to-face with penguins, seals, and massive icebergs in some of the world’s most untouched places.

During this 10-day Classic Antarctica cruise aboard Terra Nova Adventurer, 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.

Experience a 13-day Antarctica cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard MV Discoverer. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula, reach the Antarctic Circle, visit the South Shetland Islands, and discover glaciers, penguin colonies, historic sites, and remarkable polar wildlife through guided shore landings and Zodiac excursions.

Experience Antarctica like no other on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise aboard SH Minerva. Traverse the notorious Drake Passage, witness giant tabular icebergs, get up close with penguins, and learn about the history of Shackleton's Endurance and its remarkable survival and rescue story. A truly unique cruise!

Immerse yourself in a 13-day Antarctica-Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp expedition aboard MV Ortelius filled with thrilling adventures. Engage in kayaking, photography workshops, hiking, mountaineering, and camping, adjusted based on the unpredictable weather and ice conditions. Delve into the exploration of this isolated and awe-inspiring region.

Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage for deeper exploration below the Antarctic Circle. Experience stunning icebergs, unique wildlife, and the isolation of the deep south through daily Zodiac cruises.