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sea kayaking in the waters of Antarctica
from $19,695
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Antarctic Explorer: A Culinary Quest

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia
  • Fly across the Drake Passage
  • Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, enjoying stunning wildlife and exquisite dining amidst glaciers. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula with daily landings, and fly back to South America, avoiding the Drake Passage.
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Citizen Science Fjord Phyto
from $17,895
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Antarctic Explorer: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Lake Escondido
  • Cross the Antarctic Convergence
  • Zodiac the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Study the Southern Ocean
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Snorkeling, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Join a 10-day Antarctic Sail/Fly expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, featuring expert-led discussions and outdoor activities. Experience flexible itineraries for optimal wildlife encounters, from Zodiac cruises to penguin colony observations.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $19,995
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Antarctica & South Georgia Air-Cruise

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Witness king penguin colonies
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Trace Shackleton’s expedition
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Hiking, Kayaking
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Explore South Georgia and Antarctica on this 18-day expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Magellan Discoverer. Visit Grytviken, St. Andrew’s Bay, Salisbury Plain, Elephant Island, the South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Travel by Zodiac, attend expert talks, and observe penguins, albatrosses, glaciers, and historic sites.
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from $15,895
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Antarctic Explorer Express - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Spot Antarctica’s icebergs
  • Discover South Shetland wildlife
  • See penguins in Antarctic shores
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on the Douglas Mawson, perfect for time-pressed travelers. Explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, encountering whales, penguins, and magnificent icy landscapes.
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See the beautiful wildlife in Antarctica.
from $13,140
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Polar Circle Quest

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard RMS St. Helena
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit penguin colonies in Gentoo
  • Kayak in Lemaire Channel
  • Visit Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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During this 12-day Polar Circle Quest cruise to Antarctica aboard RMS St. Helena, sail from Ushuaia toward Antarctica’s wild frontier. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $24,750
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Tour Antarctic Peninsula glaciers
  • Search wild Weddell seal groups
  • Visit Ushuaia gateway to South Pole
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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 14-day cruise to the remote Weddell Sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot, where you encounter Emperor and Adelie penguins among stunning icebergs. Experience the legacy of explorers like Shackleton in a pristine Antarctic wilderness, where silence reigns and wildlife flourishes.
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Colony of black-browed albratross on the Falklands
from $11,600
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Classic South Georgia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark the MV Ushuaia for a classic 22-day cruise to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter abundant and diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems on this voyage of a lifetime!
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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $19,400
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King George Island to King George Island

Antarctica Bridge - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Endeavour
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Fly straight to Antarctica
  • Discover King George Island
  • Observe Adelie Penguins
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Santiago / Puerto Williams
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Variable
Sail on a 10-day fly-cruise aboard Silver Endeavour, flying to King George Island to begin an Antarctic expedition. Explore the Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula, and South Shetland Islands through guided Zodiac cruises, landings, and wildlife encounters.
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A cheerful herd of penguins gathers along the icy shores of South Georgia.
from $25,195
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Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cruise along Southern Ocean
  • Discover Falkland Islands wildlife
  • Visit Stanley and museums
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula bays
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
During this 20-day Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica cruise aboard Ocean Victory, sail across the Southern Ocean to explore the wildlife-rich shores. Discover thriving penguin colonies, watch albatrosses in flight, see seals resting on icy beaches, navigate through iceberg-filled waters, and visit active research stations.
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A majestic view from the kayak
from $16,995
EBD $2000
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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage. Encounter whales and penguins en route to the Antarctic Peninsula's northernmost tip. Despite the initial overwhelming silence, vibrant wildlife and fellow adventurers will deepen your appreciation for Antarctica's extremes.
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Gentoo penguin
from $17,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

Ushuaia to King George Island - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate Drake Passage
  • Discover remote Antarctic Peninsula
  • Spot penguins at Paulet Island
  • Explore glaciers and wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Local Market Visits
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Variable
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.
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The beautiful Antarctica!
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

Ushuaia to King George Island - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate Drake Passage
  • Discover remote Antarctic Peninsula
  • Spot penguins at Paulet Island
  • Explore glaciers and wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
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Variable
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.
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