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A colony of king penguins on South Georgia
from $36,295
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • VIsit Falkland coastal charm
  • Experience Stanley’s heritage
  • Admire South Georgia’s mountains
  • Visit Grytviken’s whaling ruins
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Join a 20-day cruise from Buenos Aires aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring remote polar destinations like the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience diverse wildlife, historic sites, and dramatic landscapes on this unforgettable expedition.
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Puerto Williams, Chile
from $27,100
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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Puerto Williams Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind
  • Explore New Island’s wild landscape
  • Tour West Point's rugged cliffs
  • Discover historic Port Stanley
  • Navigate the icy Antarctic Sound
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Santiago / Santiago
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Hiking, Spa Relaxation
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Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Silver Wind, visiting the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Elephant Island, rich in wildlife and history—Experience Antarctica’s remote wilderness for five days before returning via the Drake Passage.
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Falkland Islands
from $17,470
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Falklands, South Georgia & Valdes Peninsula: in the Heart of the Wilderness

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Observe king penguins
  • Visit historic Stanley
  • Land by Zodiac on remote shores
  • Explore Valdes Peninsula reserve
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Embark on a 20-day expedition aboard Le Lyrial. Navigate the South Atlantic to discover South Georgia’s glaciers and the Falkland Islands’ diverse birdlife. Encounter vast king penguin colonies and unique marine species at the Valdes Peninsula. This luxury voyage offers deep immersion into remote wildlife.
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Elephant Seal Pups in South Georgia
from $31,395
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Falkland Islands
  • Discover South Georgia
  • Watch elephant seals battle
  • Observe spectacular wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 22-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the Subantarctic islands and Antarctica—experience king penguin colonies in South Georgia and stunning wildlife in the Antarctic Peninsula.
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View of Stromness from the water
from $10,995
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Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Observe king penguin colonies
  • Explore Grytviken historical sites
  • Cruise Drygalski Fjord waters
  • Visit Port Stanley town
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 17-day sub-Antarctic cruise from Punta Arenas aboard Magellan Explorer. Visit the Falklands and South Georgia, landing on Saunders Island, West Point Island, Grytviken, Fortuna Bay, Gold Harbor, and St Andrews Bay. Hike, kayak, and cruise in Zodiacs while watching king, rockhopper, and macaroni penguins, and glaciers.
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Colony of Adelie Penguins
from $52,315
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
  • Marvel at Lake Escondido’s waters
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula iceberg
  • Visit Shackleton’s whaling station
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Snorkeling, Photography Seminars
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Join a 21-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the stunning wildlife of the Falklands-Malvinas and South Georgia. Experience breathtaking moments with king penguins, elephant seals, and migrating whales in this ultimate Antarctic adventure.
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Travelers listening to fascinating talks from the expedition team
from $31,495
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot wildlife in South Georgia
  • Explore the streets of Stanley
  • Hike Lake Escondido
  • Witness glaciers of Antarctic
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping, Skiing
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Join this 21-day Antarctic odyssey aboard the Greg Mortimer from Ushuaia to explore the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands. Experience unparalleled wildlife viewing, encountering the world's largest King Penguin colonies, whale migrations, and seals across serene polar landscapes.
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Whale bones at the Grytviken whaling station
from $23,300
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The Ultimate South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Peninsula Cruise

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Discoverer
  • Explore Falkland Islands wildlife
  • Discover South Georgia wildlife
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula ice
  • View Shag Rocks seabirds
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Sail on a 21-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard Heritage Discoverer, exploring the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Experience remote wildlife habitats, historic sites, and polar landscapes with time at sea for lectures, wildlife viewing, and onboard relaxation.
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Rockhopper penguins
from $57,990
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Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Visit the Falkland Islands
  • Explore South Georgia
  • Relive Shackleton's epic journey
  • View impressive Antarctic wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 20-day Antarctic expedition cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse II, starting and ending in Buenos Aires. Explore captivating wildlife and historic sites in the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before concluding your journey in the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula.
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A fleet of zodiacs will carry you to remote landscapes
from $36,095
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Antarctica Complete

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Traverse Drake Passage’s waters
  • Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
  • Witness Antarctic Peninsula beauty
  • Encounter South Georgia’s wildlife
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Join a 23-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring Ushuaia, the Antarctic Peninsula, and South Georgia. Experience onboard lectures, thrilling activities, and a traditional Fuegian barbecue before concluding your unforgettable journey in Ushuaia.
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Penguin sighting in Antarctica
from $12,720
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Antarctica: The White Continent – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit former whaling stations
  • Experience drifting icebergs
  • Observe diverse wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Join Le Boreal for a 12-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula roundtrip Ushuaia. Take a trip across the legendary Drake Passage and survey the remarkable wildlife of the White Continent, including Gentoo and Adelie penguins, Humpback whales, and seals. Marvel at the majestic landscape of icebergs, ice floes, and ancient glaciers.
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St Andrew, South Georgia
from $10,995
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Falklands (Malvinas) & South Georgia

Punta Arenas roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Saunders Island
  • Experience the West Falklands
  • Visit Bleaker Island
  • See king penguins at Fortuna Bay
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on the Magellan Explorer on this 17-day cruise to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia. In the austral spring, summer, and fall, large numbers of penguins, whales, seals, and seabirds congregate in the Southern Ocean to feed and reproduce. Present in abundant numbers, these animals will provide endless inspiration for your photographs.
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