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Experience cruise tailored to adventurous and discerning travelers. With 50 unique itineraries available between 2026 and 2028, guests can explore top destinations like Antarctica Peninsula, Reykjavik, Svalbard, Lemaire Channel, and Longyearbyen, while enjoying curated activities such as Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Whale Watching, and Local Market Visits. Whether you prefer short getaways or extended explorations, trips range from 7 days to 34 days, with pricing from $5,250 to $58,525. 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 2026 and 2027 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 $15,600
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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, Photography Seminars
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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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Santo Antonio, Principe
from $13,325
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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
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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 $14,275
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Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Tema and Accra
  • Tour Freetown landmarks
  • Explore Bijagos Archipelago
  • Discover Goree Island
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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 $12,700
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Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa

Luanda - Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Luanda Heritage
  • Visit Ganvie Stilt Village
  • Discover Sao Tome Culture
  • Experience Gabon Coastline
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Luanda / Tema
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
Travel 15 days from Luanda to Accra aboard SH Diana. Visit Angola, Republic of Congo, Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe, Benin, Togo, and Ghana. See historic forts, markets, coastal towns, and rainforest regions. Experience local culture, wildlife areas, and coastal landscapes across West Africa.
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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
from $11,825
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Solomon Islands Secrets: cruise from Guadalcanal to the Sepik River

Honiara to Sorong - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Rabaul Wartime History
  • Experience Sepik River Culture
  • Discover Lake Sentani Heritage
  • Visit Mansinam Historic Landmarks
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Brisbane / Sorong
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Kayaking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, Festival Visits
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Variable
Sail from Brisbane to Sorong on this 15-day expedition aboard SH Minerva. Visit the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Papua, exploring historic wartime sites, traditional villages, island communities, and marine environments. Experience local cultures, regional history, and remote destinations across the South Pacific and western Pacific.
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Pinnacle shaped icebergs floating in Andvord Bay near Neko Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula
from $14,200
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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 $11,525
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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
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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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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from $8,000
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Cruise from Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes

Halifax - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Halifax history
  • Visit Saint-Pierre trails
  • Visit Qassiarsuk Viking ruins
  • Hike Narsaq trails
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Halifax / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes cruise from Halifax to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Visit Saint-Pierre, St. John’s, St. Anthony, and Greenland’s Qassiarsuk, Narsaq, and Qaqortoq. Cruise Iceberg Alley, explore Viking ruins, watch whales and seals, and experience subarctic landscapes.
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Antarctic Landscape
from $9,800
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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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Getting ready to kayak near a glacier
from $6,825
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Expedition to Greenland, land of Northern Lights

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq wildlife
  • Cruise Evigheds Glacier fjord
  • Visit Qeqertarsuaq volcanic isle
  • Sail Disko Bay icebergs
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Explore Greenland on a 9-day cruise aboard SH Vega, sailing through Kangerlussuaq, Disko Bay, Ilulissat, Sisimiut, Uummannaq, and spectacular Arctic glaciers. Visit UNESCO-listed Icefjord, experience Inuit culture, explore museums, spot Arctic wildlife, and cruise among towering icebergs.
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The Ross Sea Ice Shelf is Antarctica's largest ice shelf.
from $30,725
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Ultimate Antarctica Adventure from Ushuaia to Dunedin

Ushuaia - Dunedin - 34 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula glacier
  • Discover Ross Sea history
  • Encounter Balleny Islands wildlife
  • Cruise Sub-Antarctic Islands
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Buenos Aires / Dunedin
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Travel from Buenos Aires to Dunedin in 34 days aboard SH Minerva, exploring Antarctica, the Ross Sea, South Shetland Islands, Balleny Islands, and New Zealand's Sub-Antarctic Islands. Discover remote polar landscapes, historic expedition sites, volcanic islands, and wildlife-rich waters before reaching New Zealand.
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