Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

Cruise the South Shetland Islands
View penguins, seals, and whales
Attend lectures and presentations
Explore the Antarctic landscape

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Sailing from Ushuaia and through the mythical waters of the Drake Passage, you are invited on this 10-day adventure to one of the coldest, highest, windiest, driest, and most inhospitable places - Antarctica. Find yourself at the gates of the white continent. From here, navigate along the Antarctic …

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Hiking to a summit with views of the glaciers below

$8,800

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Cross the infamous Drake Passage
Hike, kayak, zodiac cruise, & more
Camp ashore on the White Continent
Spot whales, penguins, and more

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the Southern Polar skies, all from the comfort of your floating basecamp, MV Hondius. Some …

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$4,995

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Antarctica Express Air Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Visit the legendary Cape Horn
Attend presentations and lectures
Sail through ice-filled bays
Explore Antarctic bases & stations

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:: Fly Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

For those short on time this Antarctic Express Air Cruise optimizes your experience so you can see it all! Embark the Ocean Nova in Ushuaia and set sail for Cape Horn. Depending on the weather, be one of the few to step foot on this rarely-visited island! Begin by crossing the Drake Passage en …

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$11,195

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer

Explore local bays and channels
Scout for humpback & minke whales
Experience a Polar Plunge swim
Learn from on-board specialists

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

During this 11-day Antarctic expedition, dramatic ice formations ignite your imagination as you search the landscape for the wildlife that calls it home. Whether it’s humpback whales alongside the ship, a leopard seal diving beneath your Zodiac, penguins sliding into crystal waters from an …

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$13,695

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Hone your photography skills
Explore the Drake Passage
Navigate on a Zodiac
Take a Polar Plunge

Starts / Ends:: Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

On this 12-day adventure cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Sylvia Earle, immerse yourself in the essence of polar exploration with this traditional expedition to the sought-after white continent. Traverse the renowned Drake Passage, marveling at breathtaking seabirds and approaching the ice by sea, …

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$19,795

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Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica via Ushuaia

21 Day Itinerary aboard MS Seaventure

Explore Stanley, East Falkland
Cruise scenic bays and channels
See Grytviken Whaling Station
View bird colonies and seal wallows

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

The sub-Antarctic Falkland Islands/Malvinas and South Georgia are home to some of the most unique and abundant wildlife on earth. With beaches covered in fur seals, elephant seals, and hundreds of thousands of penguins, it’s one of the most jaw-dropping nature scenes you will ever experience. …

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$18,320

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The Great Adventure

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

Marvel at abundant wildlife
Visit historic sites in the region
Discover the myriad landscapes
Explore up close with Zodiac trips

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

On this 18-day voyage, sail from South Georgia, a land of adventure whose grandiose landscapes are home to abundant wildlife. Journey in the footsteps of the great explorers as far as the Antarctic Peninsula, with its icy panoramas of iridescent colors. Discover a wide variety of animal species …

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$6,595

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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Sail along ice-filled fjords
Cross the infamous Drake Passage
Explore the Antarctic landscape
Search for penguins, seals & whales

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Board Ocean Nova Air Cruises for a 10-day journey to the 7th Continent: Antarctica. These cruises are at the beginning and end of the season, are economically priced, and recommended for travelers on a budget that want the full Antarctic experience. Depart from Ushuaia, Argentina and cross the …

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$71,500

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Early Emperors at Echo Camp

6 Day Itinerary

Explore remote areas of Antarctica
Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
See penguin colony in Atka Bay
Photograph local wildlife

Starts / Ends:: Cape Town / Cape Town
Activities:: Adventure Options, Hiking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Moderate

Discover the Emperor Penguin Colony on the shore of Atka Bay and explore the spectacular backdrop of ice cliffs, pressure ridges, and icebergs of the Antarctic. Join this 6-day Early Emperor's Antarctic Expedition and experience this breathtaking place in luxury. With the help of an experienced …

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$68,500

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Early Emperors at Whichaway Camp

6 Day Itinerary

Explore remote areas of Antarctica
Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
See penguin colony in Atka Bay
Photograph local wildlife

Starts / Ends:: Cape Town / Cape Town
Activities:: Adventure Options, Hiking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Moderate

Experience the Antarctic in an action-packed adventure. During this 6-day Early Emperor's Antarctic Expedition, explore nearby ice tunnels, ice waves, a blue river, and a crystal cave network. With experienced guides on hand to share their knowledge of the local wildlife and environment, take a …

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$16,595

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Antarctic Peninsula In Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
Explore Antarctic wildlife
Explore Antarctic Peninsula
Discover famous sites

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Experience this 15-day expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Greg Mortimer, where you'll visit famous sites and possibly uncover new ones. Discover the wonders of the peninsula during peak summer, when young penguin chicks grow rapidly, fur seal pups are weaned, and …

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$60,900

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Emperor Penguin Overnight Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

Explore Union Glacier
Camp near an Emperor Penguin Colony
Explore Antarctica
Photograph local wildlife

Starts / Ends:: Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:: Adventure Options, Camping, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Moderate

Discover the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony on the shore of the Weddell Sea. On the sea ice where you camp, tens of thousands of birds arrive to raise and feed their young. Photograph regal monarchs with their young against a breathtaking background of ice cliffs, pressure ridges, and icebergs. …

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$26,095

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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Explore South Georgia
Discover South Georgia's wildlife
Explore Antarctic Peninsula
Look out for views and sceneries

Starts / Ends:: Ushuaia / Ushuaia
Activities:: Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Explore the best of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 21-Day South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic Odyssey Roundtrip Ushuaia aboard Greg Mortimer. Summer comes to South Georgia’s remote, untamed landscape like a freight train. Famed for its abandoned whaling stations and …

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$10,195

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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

Explore the South Shetland Islands
Experience Zodiac excursions
Spot bounty of wildlife
See tabular icebergs of Weddell Sea

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Join this 12-day ultimate Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia and back aboard the Ocean Victory. Start your journey in the Beagle Channel, then cross the infamous Drake Passage and explore the South Shetland Islands. Witness the bounty of wildlife, from albatrosses, seabirds, and seals to whales. …

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$10,195

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The Antarctic Adrenaline Adventure

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Explore vibrant Patagonian city
Conquer the legendary Drake Passage
Witness Antarctic Convergence
Marvel at Antarctica's wonders

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on a 12-day Antarctic Adrenaline Adventure cruise aboard Ocean Albatros. Arrive in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, and explore Patagonia or venture into Tierra del Fuego's raw nature. Board the vessel, navigate the Beagle Channel, and conquer the challenging Drake Passage …

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$11,061

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Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

Ushuaia - Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Flight to Puerto Natales
Explore channels and coves
Engage in exciting activities
Experience activity options

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Natales
Activities:: Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Easy Active

On this 10-day Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage Cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Natales aboard National Geographic Explorer, cruise through the Drake Passage outbound, then return via a 2-hour flight from Antarctica, saving time at sea. Join experts aboard the National Geographic …

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$7,900

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

including Deception Island - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Cross the infamous Drake Passage
Cruise between icebergs & fjords
Observe penguins, albatross & more
Set foot on the Antarctic Continent

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and enjoy the most dramatic scenery and the widest variety of wildlife in Antarctica on this special 11-day cruise. Visit the volcanic islands of the South Shetlands and explore the wide variety of flora and fauna in South Shetland.This classic route to the Antarctic …

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