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King penguins on South Georgia
from $16,195
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Best of the Southern Ocean

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Grytviken’s historic past
  • Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
  • Observe Falklands’ marine wonders
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on a 19-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia, exploring the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands and the stunning wilderness of South Georgia, home to vast penguin colonies and historical sites. Experience expert-led landings and unforgettable wildlife encounters before returning to Ushuaia.
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The port town of Ushuaia
from $33,430
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Highlights of Antarctica, Argentina and Brazil

Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Admire Ushuaia’s southern charm
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Sail through Lemaire Channel
  • Marvel at Iguazu Falls
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Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro
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Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Experience a 22-day expedition cruise and land journey from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro aboard Scenic Eclipse, exploring Antarctica and South America. Experience wildlife adventures, visit Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls, and end your journey in vibrant Rio de Janeiro.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $22,317
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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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Village Visits
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Variable
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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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $36,157
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Chilean fjords glacier sailing
  • Torres del Paine discovery
  • Francisco Coloane whale watching
  • Kayak near Antarctica’s landscapes
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Santiago / Santiago
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Variable
Explore Antarctica and southern Chile on an 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s icy wilderness. Navigate through towering glaciers, remote fjords, and protected marine parks. Experience exploration through narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels.
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Whale bones at the Grytviken whaling station
from $16,136
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South Georgia & Falklands From Punta Arenas to Montevideo

Santiago - Montevideo - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Sail toward South Georgia
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Explore Falkland Islands
  • Watch migrating whales
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Santiago / Montevideo
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on an 18-day expedition aboard MS Fram from Santiago to Montevideo via South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Encounter remarkable wildlife, explore remote landscapes, and enjoy immersive expedition experiences guided by expert naturalists.
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An old ship rusts in a Falkland Islands harbor
from $15,995
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Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Encounter King Penguin Colonies
  • View Historic Grytviken Settlement
  • Cruise Drygalski Fjord Glaciers
  • Walk Port Stanley Waterfront
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Variable
Sail 17 days roundtrip from Punta Arenas to the Falklands and South Georgia aboard Magellan Discoverer. Encounter king penguins at St Andrews Bay, walk in Shackleton’s footsteps at Grytviken, and cruise Drygalski Fjord. Explore Port Stanley, Bleaker Island, and Salisbury Plain while attending expert lectures at sea.
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $17,950
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit South Georgia
  • Discover Falkland History
  • Explore Patagonia Wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Kayaking, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Sail Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Patagonia on this 20-day roundtrip voyage from Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Ushuaia, Port Stanley and Puerto Madryn, cross the Drake Passage, observe polar wildlife, and learn about the region’s history, geography and exploration through guided expedition activities.
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Icebergs reflected in Antarctica's Paradise Bay
from $18,005
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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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Variable
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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Travel through ice flow during Antarctic cruise
from $20,299
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Antarctic & Falklands Adventure

Ushuaia to Buenos Aires - 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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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Travel to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands on an 18-day expedition cruise aboard World Traveller. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Peninsula by Zodiac, and land on remote islands guided by Captain’s Choice navigation. Experience glaciers, penguins, and isolated coastlines across the Southern Ocean.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $21,460
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Salisbury Plain penguins
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Land at Gold Harbor
  • Zodiac outings in Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Variable
Sail from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia on this 19-day expedition aboard Le Boreal, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Watch wildlife like penguins, orcas, and seals. Experience landings, zodiac outings, and remote glaciers across one of the world’s last true wildernesses.
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
from $33,195
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Falklands’ beaches
  • Marvel at South Georgia’s glaciers
  • Spot Antarctica's wildlife
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities
Photography Seminars, Snorkeling
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Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Sylvia Earle, exploring Ushuaia, the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and expert-led activities, concluding with a flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas.
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An Adelie Penguin protecting her new born.
from $11,600
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Classic South Georgia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 18-day polar expedition from Ushuaia aboard MV Ushuaia visiting the Falkland Islands and South Georgia, with seabirds, penguins, glaciers, and historic whaling sites across remote South Atlantic waters.
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