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Embark on an unforgettable journey to South America in 2025, where you can actively participate in citizen science initiatives while exploring the beauty of the region. These tours offer a unique opportunity to engage with local ecosystems, contribute to important research, collect environmental data, and make a meaningful impact. Choose from the 6 top-rated South America tours ranging from $11,795 to $57,264, which include a variety of activities that allow you to contribute to real-world scientific projects. Popular activities this year include Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, and Small Ship Sailing. Share your ideal citizen science experience with us, and our team of travel experts will help you plan a trip that makes a difference.
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
from $28,078
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Antarctica & Falklands Expedition

Santiago - Buenos Aires - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Santiago colonial buildings
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Witness Antarctica’s wildlife
  • Walk Stanley’s historic streets
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Santiago / Buenos Aires
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Join a 24-day expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Falklands aboard MS Fram, starting in Santiago, Chile. Experience wildlife, culture, and stunning landscapes as you explore remarkable locations, ending your journey in Buenos Aires.
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A colony of king penguins on South Georgia
from $26,518
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Springtime Expedition to Antarctica

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Discover Antarctic wildlife
  • Visit Stanley’s Dockyard Museum
  • Explore Shackleton’s grave
  • Discover Buenos Aires streets
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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
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Join a 23-day Antarctic cruise on MS Fram, starting in Buenos Aires and sailing to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience wildlife, lectures, and Citizen Science activities, before concluding in Punta Arenas.
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Adelie penguin on ice
from $11,795
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Quest for the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit the huts of Damoy Point
  • Visit penguin colonies
  • Discover Deception Island volcano
  • Spot humpback whales surfacing
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Small Ship Sailing, Camping
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Embark on a 13-day Quest for the Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Sound, Weddell Sea, and Antarctic Peninsula, and enjoy Zodiac excursions, penguin sightings, whale watching, and historic sites.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $25,195
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Epic Falklands Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cross the iconic Beagle Channel
  • Spot penguins in Falkland Island
  • Cruise Antarctic Sound and Peninsul
  • Explore South Shetland Island
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on this 20-day Epic Falklands Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica Cruise from Ushuaia round-trip aboard the Ocean Victory. Sail through the legendary Beagle Channel toward the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands. Discover diverse penguin species, playful seals, and birdlife on remote outer islands.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $26,075
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Ultimate Antarctica: Falklands, South Georgia & the Antarctic Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Cruise through the Beagle Channel
  • Discover South Georgia’s glaciers
  • Visit vast king penguin colonies
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 24-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia to Antarctica, the Falkland Islands, and South Georgia aboard the Ocean Nova. Sail through the Beagle Channel, spot penguins, seals, and albatrosses in the Falklands, and explore South Georgia’s glaciers. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula’s towering icebergs and cross the Antarctic Circle.
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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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Citizen Science, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Spa Relaxation, Wildlife Viewing
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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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