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Rockhopper penguins
from $31,750
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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Observe New Island penguin colonies
  • See South Georgia wildlife
  • Sail on Antarctic Peninsula
  • Drake Passage crossing
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a 19-day Polar voyage cruise aboard Le Boreal. Sail via the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, encounter penguins and seals, cross the Drake Passage, and explore Antarctic Peninsula sites by Zodiac and guided landings.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $11,900
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

Valparaiso to Ushuia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise the Pulluche Canal
  • Discover Tortel's wooden walkways
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Watch wildlife in Tuckers Islets
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Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
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Sail from Valparaiso to Ushuaia on a 15-day expedition cruise through Chilean Patagonia aboard L' Austral. Discover glaciers, fjords, historic towns, and UNESCO sites aboard a small ship designed for remote exploration.
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from $8,875
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Cruise from Argentina to Chile

Ushuaia to Valparaiso - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Visit Cape Horn lighthouse
  • Navigate Angostura Kirke
  • Visit Tortel village
  • Visit Chiloe's palafitos in Castro
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Ushuaia / Valparaiso
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on a 15-day adventure aboard SH Vega through Chilean Patagonia. Explore Ushuaia, Puerto Williams, glaciers, Angostura Kirke, Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Chiloé, Puerto Montt, and Valparaíso. Experience remote fjords, national parks, wildlife, and UNESCO sites while cruising in comfort through pristine landscapes.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $29,757
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago / Puerto Natales
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Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 
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Mirror-smooth waters in the Lemaire Channel
from $17,700
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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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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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King Penguins on the march in Antarctic Peninsula
from $37,995
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Visit King Penguin colonies
  • Explore historic Stanley town
  • Spot wildlife in South Georgia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
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Join a 23-day Antarctic expedition on the Sylvia Earle, venturing beyond the Antarctic Peninsula to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle. Experience breathtaking wildlife, ice-filled fjords, and unique ecosystems while uncovering the region's rich human history.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $26,995
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Falkland Islands and South Georgia: 20-Day Wildlife Adventure

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Puerto Madryn
  • Hike Steeple Jason
  • Encounter king penguins
  • See Shackleton sites
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Hiking, Citizen Science
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Variable
Sail on a 20-day journey from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia on Ultramarine, flying to Puerto Madryn before exploring the Falkland Islands and wildlife-rich South Georgia. Enjoy encounters with penguins, seals, and historic whaling sites, then return across the Southern Ocean toward the Beagle Channel.
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Seals and cormorants on Beagle Channel
from $25,195
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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • See Falklands penguin colonies
  • Kayak quiet inlets
  • Explore South Georgia wildlife
  • View Antarctic glacier
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
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Embark on a 20-day expedition from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula aboard Ocean Victory. Visit the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and South Shetlands. Observe penguins, seals, albatross, and whales. Explore historic sites like Grytviken, kayak in quiet inlets, and enjoy deck views of glaciers, icebergs, and rugged polar landscapes.
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Iceberg Flow during Trip to the Antarctic Peninsula
from $33,740
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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Observe New Island penguins
  • Visit South Georgia’s Gold Harbor
  • Observe whales, seals, and seabirds
  • Explore Salisbury Plain
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Buenos and Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters, glaciers, and historic polar routes.
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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $3,051
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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis
  • Learn about the great navigators
  • Zodiac to Porter Glacier
  • Walk near Aguila Glacier’s lagoon
  • Learn about Magellanic penguins
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Embark on a 9-day Patagonia adventure aboard MV Ventus Australis, tracing Darwin’s historic route through the Fuegian Archipelago, round-trip from Ushuaia, to the breathtaking landscapes at the world’s end.
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Taking in close-up views of glaciers
from $800
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Spirit of Glaciers

2 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Santa Cruz
  • Scenic Navigation
  • Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
  • Guided Excursions
  • Unforgettable Experiences
  • Gourmet Dining
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El Calafate / El Calafate
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Embark on a 2-day Spirit of Glaciers cruise aboard the MV Santa Cruz to explore Patagonia’s stunning beauty. Designed for comfort and adventure, the cruise features towering glaciers, serene waterways, and lush forests. Enjoy guided excursions, cozy accommodations, and gourmet dining for an unforgettable experience.
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The port town of Ushuaia
from $1,955
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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis
  • Visit Cape Horn National Park
  • Admire Wulaia Bay's natural beauty
  • Hike at spectacular Pia Glacier
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Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Explore Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego on a 5-day expedition cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas. This cruise offers an immersive experience through remote fjords, icy landscapes, and historic sites.
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Perito Moreno Glacier
from $230
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Glaciers Gourmet Navigation

1 Day Itinerary aboard Maria Turquesa
  • Sail across Lago Argentino
  • Visit Spegazzini Glacier Viewpoint
  • Land at Las Vacas Station
  • Hike to old settler post
  • Walk at Perito Moreno footbridges
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El Calafate / El Calafate
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Sail aboard Maria Turquesa catamaran for a full-day tour of Los Glaciares National Park. Depart from La Soledad port and see Spegazzini, Upsala, and Perito Moreno Glaciers, trek at Las Vacas, and walk Perito Moreno footbridges.
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