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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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Hiking, 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 $22,580
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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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Whale Watching
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Variable
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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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $22,000
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Visit Historic Port Stanley
  • Discover South Georgia Wildlife
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula Waters
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Join a 20-day journey from Buenos Aires to Antarctica and return to Buenos Aires aboard SH Minerva. Travel by charter flight to Ushuaia, visit the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula, and spend sea days attending lectures, wildlife watching, and exploring remote polar landscapes before returning to Argentina.
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Beauty of Amazon River
from $4,178
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Amazon Journey via Marañón River- High Water Season

Iquitos to Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Kayak and swim in the Amazon River
  • Meet and visit with locals
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Iquitos / Nauta
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Variable
Set sail towards the Sapote River, a protected area of the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, on a 5-day Amazon cruise on the Zafiro. As translators for indigenous people, naturalist guides utilize their eagle eyes to help you spot and learn about Amazonian species.
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Manatee rescue center
from $5,600
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Amazon Journey via Marañon River- Low Water Season

5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • See Victoria Amazonica lilies
  • See pink river dolphins
  • Visit San Regis community
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Iquitos / Nauta
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day adventure aboard the elegant Zafiro through Iquitos, the Marañón River, and the Amazon River while exploring the pristine Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Enjoy immersive jungle excursions featuring pink river dolphins, giant Victoria Amazonica lilies, exotic wildlife, and authentic Amazonian communities.
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Experience  Kayaking in Amazon River
from $5,600
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Amazon Journey via Marañón River- High Water Season

5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Navigate Marañón & Ucayali rivers
  • Kayak and swim in the Amazon River
  • Experience Skiff adventures
  • Try traditional piranha fishing
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Kayaking, Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Fishing
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Variable
Embark on a 5-day Amazon Cruise aboard Zafiro from Iquitos through the Amazon, Marañón, and Ucayali rivers while exploring the breathtaking Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Encounter pink river dolphins, giant Victoria Amazonica lilies, and authentic Amazonian traditions during immersive rainforest excursions.
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Santa Fe land iguana
from $2,605
FreeFlight
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Central & East Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
  • Snorkel in crystal clear waters
  • Tour the tortoise breeding center
  • Enjoy on board family activities
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Baltra / San Cristobal Airport
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Variable
Board the 100 passenger Galapagos Legend for a unique 4-day cruise exploring the central and eastern islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Get ready to snorkel, hike and encounter wildlife such as sea lions, marine iguanas, and giant tortoises many which are unique to the Galapagos, not found anywhere else in this world
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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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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
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Variable
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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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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Variable
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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from $22,995
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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit Falklands Islands
  • Discover South Georgia
  • Explore Historic Grytviken
  • Visit the scientific bases
Starts / Ends
Arakur Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on a 20-day polar adventure from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Encounter vast penguin colonies, historic sites, and breathtaking ice-filled landscapes on this unforgettable voyage.
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Adelie Penguin, pygoscelis adeliae, Group Leaping into Ocean, Paulet Island in Antarctica
from $30,575
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In Shackleton's Footsteps

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore West Point Island
  • Visit Historic Port Stanley
  • Discover South Georgia Wildlife
  • Cruise Antarctic Peninsula Waters
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Experience a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Vega, traveling through the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. Discover remote landscapes, historic sites, penguin colonies, albatross, seals and other wildlife while exploring the Southern Ocean with time for expert lectures and photography sessions.
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