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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $11,630
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Antarctica: Ocean (Re)Imagined

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Drake Passage Crossing
  • Antarctic Peninsula exploration
  • Whale watching in Antarctica
  • Encounter seals and elephant seals
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Travel on a 12-day voyage from Buenos Aires and Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula aboard Le Lyrial. Cross the Drake Passage, join zodiac excursions, spot penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds, and explore one of the planet’s most remote regions while learning from onboard polar experts.
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Zodiac cruising among icebergs
from $17,095
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Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cross Weddell Sea
  • Visit Adélie Colonies
  • Join Zodiac excursions
  • Discover Volcanic Cliffs
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 12-day journey from Ushuaia on Ocean Explorer and cross the Drake Passage to reach towering ice, major penguin colonies, and historic sites across the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound. Experience Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewing, and striking geological features before returning to Ushuaia.
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Adele Penguin King of the Hill
from $17,899
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Exploring the Last Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Cross the iconic Drake Passage
  • Discover Brown Bluff
  • Land at Cierva Cove
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day Exploring the Last Continent cruise board the World Traveller, starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Cross the Drake Passage to Antarctica, exploring wildlife and volcanic landscapes in the South Shetland Islands, with possible stops at Deception Island and Elephant Island. The trip continues to the Antarctic Peninsula and ends in Ushuaia.
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Penguin and Icebergs!
from $15,899
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Traverse the Drake Passage
  • Join Zodiac through remote coves
  • Discover Antarctica’s vast icebergs
  • Experience Ushuaia’s colorful charm
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Join a 12-day Antarctica expedition cruise on the World Navigator, where you can explore breathtaking landscapes and wildlife through daily shore landings. Experience the thrill of discovery in one of the world's most remote regions with expert guides highlighting remarkable moments like humpback whales breaching.
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Ice falling from a glacier
from $10,695
25% Off
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Gerlache Strait's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife in Antarctica
  • Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
  • Discover Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife encounters, thrilling activities like kayaking and ice camping, and navigate the scenic Lemaire Channel before returning across the Drake Passage.
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Brilliant blue icebergs in Antarctic waters
from $18,595
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Voyaging Beyond the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Discover rare polar sights
  • Learn from expert guides
  • Witness stunning glaciers
  • Uncover Shackleton’s Historic Sites
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Venture on a 14-day Antarctica cruise that starts in Buenos Aires and sails from Ushuaia aboard Le Lyrial. Cross the famous Drake Passage, take daily Zodiac trips, see penguins and whales up close, and explore Antarctica with A&K’s expert guide, plus a chance to cross the Antarctic Circle.
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Penguin colony near Ushuaia
from $25,699
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Cross legendary Drake Passage
  • Visit scenic Brown Bluff
  • Spot humpback whales and seabirds
  • Navigate South Shetland Islands
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Ushuaia on a 14-day cruise aboard World Navigator and explore Antarctica through guided landings and Zodiac safaris. Cross the Drake Passage, visit remote Antarctic Peninsula locations, spot whales and seabirds, and experience changing polar landscapes shaped by ice, snow, and glaciers.
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Breathtaking landscapes of Antarctica
from $19,299
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness diverse wildlife
  • Crossing the Antarctic Circle
  • Experience classic elegance
  • Discover icebergs in Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 14-day Antarctic cruise from Ushuaia, delving into the vibrant culture before sailing through the Drake Passage aboard World Navigator. Explore breathtaking landscapes, cross the Antarctic Circle, and make unforgettable landings.
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Cruising in the zodiac looking for wildlife
from $14,303
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
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Variable
This 9-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage, round trip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to explore channels, coves, watch for whales, and navigate icebergs on Zodiac cruises.
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The wildlife was so abundant it was difficult to land.
from $17,803
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
  • Seven days Antarctic experience
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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
Activity Level
Variable
The 10-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage Cruise, roundtrip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, is an amazing way to discover Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, avoiding the Drake Passage, to explore channels and coves, observe whales, and maneuver around icebergs on Zodiac cruises.
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Penguin chicks
from $29,795
Save $5000
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Round-trip Air-Cruise
  • Wildlife Encounters
  • Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
  • Enriching Experiences
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activity Level
Variable
On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, fly directly to the South Shetland Islands, skipping the Drake Passage, and witness fjords, penguin colonies, and vast icy landscapes. Sail southward to reach the Polar Circle, embracing the flexibility required to adapt to ever-changing conditions for a memorable trip.
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Stunning landscapes
from $17,295
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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Admire views of Lake Escondido
  • Witness Antarctica’s icy landscapes
  • Enjoy Zodiac excursions
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring stunning icebergs, wildlife, and historic sites. Experience Zodiac excursions and expert-led lectures, returning with a newfound appreciation for Antarctica’s beauty.
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