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Experience cruise tailored to adventurous and discerning travelers. With 36 unique itineraries available between 2025 and 2027, guests can explore top destinations like Antarctica Peninsula, South Georgia, Dakar, Reykjavik, and Cape Town, while enjoying curated activities such as Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, and Whale Watching. Whether you prefer short getaways or extended explorations, trips range from 9 days to 22 days, with pricing from $5,175 to $40,780. is known for exceptional service, small-ship intimacy, and flexible policies designed to ensure a smooth travel experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups, cruises in 2025 and 2026 offer a perfect blend of comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $8,480
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Antarctic Wonders

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Buenos Aires
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula
  • Capture images of Antarctic scenery
  • Explore Petermann Island
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on an 11-day Antarctica cruise aboard SH Vega. Fly south, board the boutique ship, and cross open ocean. Explore the Antarctic Peninsula with glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife. Take shore excursions to sites such as Petermann Island and the Lemaire Channel before returning to Ushuaia for your flight back to Buenos Aires.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $13,425
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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Observe penguins, seals, and whales
  • Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
  • Navigate through towering icebergs
  • See different seabird species
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Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 22-day cruise from Ushuaia to Cape Town aboard the SH Diana. This polar adventure offers a chance to explore remote and pristine locations with opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales, combined with learning experiences and onboard relaxation.
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Glacier trekking
from $17,680
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Antarctica, The Falklands & South Georgia

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Ushuaia’s scenic landscapes
  • Experience Stanley's British charm
  • Sail Antarctica’s dramatic glaciers
  • Witness Falklands’ wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise aboard SH Diana, exploring Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands. Highlights include penguin colonies, stunning glaciers, and cultural stops, with luxurious at-sea relaxation.
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In touch with nature in Stromness
from $17,900
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Antarctica, The Falklands & South Georgia

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Witness Falkland Island's wildlife
  • Learn about Port Stanley's history
  • See South Georgia King penguins
  • Witness the glaciers of Antarctica
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 19-day Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia cruise aboard SH Minerva. Explore the Falklands’ penguin colonies, visit Port Stanley, and see King penguins at South Georgia’s Grytviken. Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula for glaciers, icebergs, seals, whales and seabirds before crossing the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia.
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Penguins navigating the icy slopes
from $14,180
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Roundtrip cruise to Antarctica from Ushuaia

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Witness unique Antarctic wildlife
  • Admire Antarctica's icy landscape
  • Wildlife in Antarctica
  • Sail through Beagle Channel
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day in-depth Antarctic cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard SH Diana. Traverse the Southern Ocean, sail through narrow passages, and visit remote bays for interesting discoveries. Explore landscapes and wildlife, including penguins, albatrosses, and whales, and take a traditional polar plunge into the icy waters.
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Santo Antonio, Principe
from $12,675
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West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola

Tema to Luanda - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Lome's market and landmarks
  • Unwind in Principe's pristine beach
  • Immerse in Gabon’s rich wildlife
  • Explore Luanda’s Iron Palace
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Tema / Luanda
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.
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Panoramic photo of beach in Senegal
from $13,950
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Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Visit Monrovia’s National Museum
  • Cruise through Bijagos Archipelago
  • Stroll through Takoradi’s markets
  • Explore Accra’s historic forts
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Tema / Dakar
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Join this 15-day West African cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in local culture, markets, and cuisine. Visit Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Takoradi's markets and venture into the lush Kakum National Park, then cruise to Monrovia to explore its bustling markets and rich history.
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The floating village of Ganvie
from $13,950
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Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
  • See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
  • Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
  • Trek through Diosso Gorge
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Luanda / Ghana
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Variable
Embark on this 15-day cruise in Central Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.
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Mirror-like waters in Paradise Bay
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
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
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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Remote lagoon in Papua New Guinea
from $11,100
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Wild Eden of Papua New Guinea

Honiara to Jayapura - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Honiara's history
  • Explore Florida Islands
  • Snorkel Roderick Bay
  • Explore Wewak culture
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Honiara / Jayapura
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Variable
Sail through Papua New Guinea on a 15-day cruise from Honiara to Jayapura aboard SH Minerva. Explore Rabaul’s volcanoes, Kimbe Bay’s reefs, and Madang’s wartime relics. Visit Garove and Tami Islands, discover Sepik River villages, and witness unique tribal traditions. Experience vibrant marine life, WWII history, and cultural encounters.
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Leopard seal resting on ice floe, looking at the photographer, blue sky, with icebergs in background, cloudy day, Antarctic peninsula
from $11,400
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Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Discover Weddell Sea
  • Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
  • See penguins, leopard Weddell seals
  • Scenic Lemaire Channel views
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
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!
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Pinnacle shaped icebergs floating in Andvord Bay near Neko Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula
from $11,380
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Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Discover Weddell Sea
  • Conquer Drake Passage sea crossing
  • See penguins, whales, and albatross
  • Explore Ushuaia port city
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Join the SH Vega on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip in Ushuaia and encounter Antarctica like never before. Cross the notorious Drake Passage, marvel at colossal tabular icebergs, observe penguins up close, and discover the history of Shackleton's Endurance, its incredible survival, and its rescue tale.
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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.
from $10,380
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore wildlife of Antarctica
  • Explore the White Continent
  • Witness the beauty of Antarctica
  • Explore remote locations
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
Activities
Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Peninsula Odyssey cruise onboard the SH Diana for 12 days, departing and returning to Ushuaia. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, guided by experts, and immerse in breathtaking landscapes and encounters with wildlife. Engage in thrilling adventures through engaging lectures, and Zodiac excursions, and delectable cuisine along the way.
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Antarctic Landscape
from $10,375
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Discover wildlife at Petermann
  • Sail iconic Lemaire Channel
  • Attend onboard expert lectures
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Peninsula cruise aboard SH Minerva. Embark in Ushuaia, cruise through ice-filled waters, and explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Discover penguins, glaciers, and research stations while gaining insights from expert guides and photographers. End your journey back in Ushuaia before flying to Buenos Aires.
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More sunsets in Raja Ampat, Pulau Wayag!
from $8,525
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Secrets of the Coral Triangle

Jayapura to Sorong - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Jayapura museums
  • Discover Pulau Roon's landscapes
  • Meet Kwatisore whale sharks
  • Hike Mount Arfak
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Jayapura / Sorong
Activities
Whale Watching, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise across Indonesia’s Papua and Raja Ampat. Explore remote islands, vibrant coral reefs, and rich Papuan culture. Encounter whale sharks in Kwatisore, hike highlands in Baliem Valley, and discover Misool’s Yapap Lagoon. Experience unique wildlife, local traditions, and marine biodiversity.
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Humpback Whale in the Antarctica
from $9,325
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Antarctic Wonders

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Spot gentoo penguin colonies
  • Visit Mikkelsen Harbor wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Experience Antarctica on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia on SH Minerva. Enjoy sea days with lectures and photography sessions, explore the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, and sail through the Lemaire Channel. Visit Mikkelsen Harbor to spot gentoo penguins and seals, and end in Ushuaia, the “End of the World.”
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Antarctic Landscape
from $9,150
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Antarctic Wonders

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Navigate Lemaire Channel
  • See beautiful mountain views
  • Visit Petermann Island
  • See wildlife in Antarctic Peninsula
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise and discover Antarctic Peninsula aboard SH Diana. Fly south, board your ship, cross remote waters, and explore glaciers, wildlife colonies, and isolated channels. Experience research bases, icy passages, and rugged coasts before returning to Ushuaia for your flight back to Buenos Aires.
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from $19,480
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Antarctica, the Falklands & South Georgia roundtrip cruise

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Enjoy a zodiac cruise
  • Explore Shackleton's expedition
  • Discover King penguins
  • Hike across the Devil's Nose
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
On this 19-day Antarctica cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard SH Vega, follow Ernest Shackleton's route and discover amazing fossil sites, explore Elephant Island, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands, sail among the enormous tabular icebergs of the Weddell Sea, and travel through the Scotia Sea.
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