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An Antarctic Fur Seal resting on ice in Antarctica.
from $20,299
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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Spot black-browed albatross
  • See Falkland Island elephant seals
  • Visit Port Stanley museum
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on an 18-day Antarctic & Falklands Adventure cruise aboard World Traveller and explore the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and the icy wilderness of Antarctica. This immersive itinerary combines cultural highlights and natural wonders with flexible daily exploration guided by your captain and expedition team.
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Watch for whale blows!
from $13,410
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit polar research stations
  • Explore drifting icebergs
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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Join L'Austral for this 12-day polar expedition cruise to the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. Embark on an unforgettable voyage and succumb to the enchantment of the breathtaking landscapes inhabited by astonishing wildlife. Explore the Gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, seals, and seabirds.
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Zodiacs during Antarctic tour in Paradise Bay
from $14,040
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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Experience adventure of Antarctica
  • Visit research stations
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.
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Emperor penguins in Antarctica
from $30,595
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Mawson’s Antarctica

Hobart - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Hobart’s waterfront
  • Spot wildlife on Macquarie Island
  • Marvel at East Antarctica ice cliff
  • Visit New Zealand subantarctic
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Hobart / Dunedin
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Join this 24-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, tracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic journey through Antarctica's breathtaking scenery. Encounter diverse wildlife, penguins, and albatrosses while exploring remote landscapes and discovering Mawson's legendary base.
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Adelie penguins
from $64,710
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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Trace footsteps of explorers
  • Set sail from Hobart
  • Navigate through coastal ice floes
  • wildlife of the Southern Ocean
  • eastern side of Antarctica
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Hobart / Cape Town
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Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.
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Camping in the Polar regions
from $11,395
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Very Best of Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Camp under Antarctic stars
  • Encounter unforgettable wildlife
  • Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions
  • Visit historic research stations
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Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 12-day Antarctic adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Explore the Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula with expert guides, thrilling Zodiac excursions, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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A group of kayakers pose in the icy waters of Antarctica.
from $10,195
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Exploring Antarctica's Spring

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ushuaia beauty
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Experince Zodiac cruising
  • Navigate South Shetlands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on an extraordinary 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the rich wildlife of this frozen world, including albatrosses, prions, petrels, penguins, seals, whales, and dolphins. Journey through the stunning landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, and South Shetland Islands.
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A colony of king penguins on South Georgia
from $22,995
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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore South Georgia Island
  • Spot seals, whales, and penguins
  • Cruise the scenic Beagle Channel
  • Visit remote Falkland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Spa Relaxation
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Sail roundtrip from Ushuaia on a 20-day cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Discover polar landscapes, the wildlife haven of South Georgia, and the windswept shores of the Falklands. See glaciers, towering icebergs, and penguin colonies. Visit remote beaches and watch for whales and seals.
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from $15,395
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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cruise Beagle Channel waters
  • Cruise Wilhelmina Bay by Zodiac
  • Visit Cuverville Island
  • Explore Damoy Point huts
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Camping
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Begin a 13-day round-trip Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula by Zodiac, and visit remote sites rich in wildlife and history. Spot penguins, seals, and whales while surrounded by towering glaciers and dramatic landscapes.
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Hiking to a summit with views of the glaciers below
from $10,100
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Weddell Sea - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Iceberg Alley
  • Spot whales and seals
  • Hike Devil Island
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Begin your 13-day Antarctic journey in Ushuaia, sailing through the Beagle Channel and Drake Passage to explore the Weddell Sea’s giant icebergs, historic sites, and diverse wildlife. Visit Antarctic Sound, Brown Bluff, and Devil Island before crossing the Drake back to Ushuaia, concluding your journey.
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Enjoying some whale watching on an Antarctica cruise
from $9,495
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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Cruise through icy waters by Zodiac
  • See historic site like Port Lockroy
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Small Ship Expedition cruise from Ushuaia roundtrip aboard Magellan Discoverer. Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the legendary Drake Passage. Watch for albatross, petrels, and whales. Explore the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula, landing by Zodiac to see towering glaciers and diverse wildlife.
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Hiking in Neko Harbor, Antarctic Peninsula
from $9,250
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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage + Long hikes

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Hike Antarctic wilderness trails
  • Zodiac cruise icy bays
  • Observe penguins, albatross & more
  • Enjoy trips ashore each day
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Hiking, Snorkeling
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Set out on an 11-day Antarctica expedition cruise aboard MV Plancius, featuring long hikes, Zodiac excursions, and close-up wildlife encounters. Discover glaciers, penguin colonies, and historic sites from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Scenery at the Petermann Island.
from $10,999
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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate Drake Passage seas
  • Explore Hidden Bay
  • Spot penguins and seals
  • Land at Cierva Cove
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Set sail on an 11-day Antarctic Discovery cruise aboard World Traveller and use Zodiacs for landings, spot penguins and whales, and traverse icy terrain. Sail aboard a purpose-built expedition ship with flexible daily plans directed by the Captain for optimal wildlife viewing and exploration.
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Looking across the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia
from $15,949
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Exploring the Last Continent

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Navigate Legendary Drake Passage
  • Step Ashore at Brown Bluff
  • Experience Cierva Cove Scenery
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 15-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard World Traveller. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula with landings at Brown Bluff, Cierva Cove, Beak Island, and Hidden Bay. Cross the Drake Passage twice, encounter penguins, seals, and whales, and witness towering icebergs, snow-capped peaks, and pristine polar landscapes.
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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $16,499
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Drake Express

King George Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Beak Island’s stark terrain
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Explore Deception Island’s
  • Witness Gentoo penguin rookeries
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day Drake Express cruise aboard World Traveller, 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.
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Clear sunny skies over Crater Lake in Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica
from $14,599
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Antarctic Discovery

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Explore Deception Island
  • Cross Drake Passage
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Discovery cruise aboard World Voyager cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Daily landings offer rare wildlife, active adventures, and changing landscapes—each selected by the Captain to maximize your expedition.
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St Andrew, South Georgia
from $9,995
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Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

Punta Arenas roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Saunders Island
  • Experience the West Falklands
  • Visit Bleaker Island
  • See king penguins at Fortuna Bay
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on the Magellan Explorer on this 17-day cruise to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia. In the austral spring, summer, and fall, large numbers of penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds congregate in the Southern Ocean to feed and reproduce. Present in abundant numbers, these animals will provide endless inspiration for your photographs.
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