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Wooden boardwalk in Bartolome
from $66,400
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Private Charter - Central Islands Aboard Treasure of Galapagos

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos
  • Interact with gentle giant tortoise
  • Observe avian courtship rituals
  • Visit The Interpretation Center
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Snorkeling
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This 5-day private voyage on the Treasure of the Galapagos explores the Central Islands of the Galapagos, including Santa Cruz, Bartolome, North Seymour, Mosquera, South Plaza, and San Cristobal. Experience the volcanic landscape, unique wildlife, and snorkeling opportunities offered by this exciting Galapagos tour.
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Penguins gathering on the shore
from $15,995
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Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Port Stanley settlement
  • Visit historic Grytviken site
  • Observe Salisbury Plain penguins
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula waters
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Travel 20 days from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Explorer. Cross the Strait of Magellan and sail to the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), South Georgia, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Visit Port Stanley, Grytviken, Salisbury Plain, St. Andrews Bay, and the South Shetland Islands.
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Stunning reflections in the Lemaire channel
from $18,995
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Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia and Antarctica

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Explore Historic Grytviken Site
  • Encounter Salisbury Plain Penguins
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula Waters
  • Discover Elephant Island Coast
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Kayaking
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Variable
Set sail on a 20-day voyage from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Discoverer. Cross the Strait of Magellan, explore Saunders Island and Port Stanley, and cruise to South Georgia’s king penguin colonies. Visit Grytviken, St. Andrews Bay, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula before ending in Ushuaia.
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A lovely reflection off the Amazon River
from $5,150
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Luxury Amazon Explorer - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon
  • Explore the Ucayali River
  • Navigate the Zapote River
  • Tour Nauta’s local market
  • Explore the Yarapa River by skiff
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Local Market Visits, Fishing
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day cruise through the Peruvian Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, starting with a city tour in Iquitos. Experience the rich biodiversity with river excursions, rainforest hikes, and opportunities to engage with local communities, ending with a visit to the Manatee Rescue Center in Nauta.
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A vast penguin colony nesting beneath the jagged, snow-dusted peaks of Salisbury Plain, South Georgia
from $19,995
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South Georgia In Depth Expedition Micro Cruise

Roundtrip Port Stanley - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Visit the Western Falkland Islands
  • Search for wildlife and seabirds
  • Explore the Eastern Falklands
  • Discover icy South Georgia
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Stanley / Stanley
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Variable
Join a 15-day expedition cruise to South Georgia on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, where you can explore stunning landscapes and observe active wildlife, including king penguins and elephant seals. Enjoy expert photography tips while visiting historic sites like Grytviken and Fortuna Bay.
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A group of penguins on an iceburg
from $23,995
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Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands

19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Learn more about Ernest Shackleton
  • Set off on Zodiac excursions
  • Explore historic, South Georgia
  • Explore Falkland Islands
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Board luxurious Le Lyrial on an exciting 19-day expedition cruise to Antarctica. After a flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, Argentina, at the tip of South America, depart toward the Falkland Islands and South Georgia before cruising the Drake Passage and the expansive glaciers and wildlife-rich shorelines of the Antarctic peninsula.
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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
Activities
Citizen Science, Camping
Activity Level
Variable
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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Cooper Bay on South Georgia Island features dramatic volcanic rock formations meeting the rough Southern Ocean
from $22,995
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South Georgia and Antarctica Shackleton Special Expedition Micro Cruise

Port Stanley - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Aureum
  • Explore scenic Port Stanley
  • Visit historic Grytviken
  • Watch penguins in St Andrews Bay
  • Step ashore in Antarctica
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Stanley / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Join a 20-day cruise on the Explorer Yacht Aureum, retracing Sir Ernest Shackleton's historic survival route from South Georgia to Antarctica. Experience stunning wildlife and natural beauty while visiting significant sites like Shackleton's grave and Elephant Island.
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Giant lily pads on the Amazon River
from $3,856
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River- Low Water Season

Iquitos to Nauta - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the Mirrored Forest
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Explore the black water streams
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Nauta / Nauta
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Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits
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Variable
Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve, one of Peru´s largest national parks. Go piranha fishing, trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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A lone Adelie penguin on an ice floe
from $16,999
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Drake Fly & Sail

King George Island to Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skip one Drake Passage crossing
  • Cruise the Antarctic Sound
  • Spot penguins and seals by Zodiac
  • See remote Antarctic landing sites
  • Explore Paulet Island
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Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Explore Antarctica on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator, starting with an overnight stay in Punta Arenas, before flying to King George Island. Skip one Drake Passage crossing and spend six days exploring the Antarctic Sound and Antarctic Peninsula. Join Zodiac excursions and shore landings to observe penguins, seals, glaciers, and icebergs.
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Enjoy a blissful snorkeling trip.
from $6,195
FreeFlight
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Western Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos
  • Hike Dragon Hill on Santa Cruz
  • Appreciate Isabela's wetlands
  • Observe diverse wildlife
  • Snorkel, swim & hike the Galapagos
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Baltra / Baltra
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Variable
This 7-day Western Islands cruise on the ship, Treasure of the Galapagos, explores Rabida, Santa Cruz, Fernadina, and more! Experience the fascinating western islands and understand how volcanic activity and isolation shaped the landscape. Encounter diverse wildlife, birdlife, and marinelife on your memorable vacation.
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Iceberg Flow during Trip to the Antarctic Peninsula
from $19,050
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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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