Antarctic Peninsula
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Wild Earth Travel's small ship cruises to Antarctica. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, our expeditions offer the essential experience of exploring the pristine wilderness of the Antarctic Peninsula. Traverse the infamous Drake Passage, escorted by albatrosses and cape petrels, before reaching the White Continent. Cruise aboard Zodiacs among ice floes, explore penguin rookeries, and witness breathtaking panoramas of towering icebergs and snow-capped mountains. With experienced guides, opportunities for kayaking, and comfortable expedition ships, our cruises ensure a memorable journey to the heart of Antarctica.
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Across the Antarctic Circle Expedition Cruise
Greg Mortimer
13 days from
$1,867 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Venturing below the Antarctic Circle is about more than just earning bragging rights. It is the chance …
Next departure on 21 December, 2024
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- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Day 3-4 Drake Passage crossing
- Days 5-10 Antarctic Peninsula & Crossing Antarctic Circle
- Days 11-12 Drake Passage crossing
- Day 13 Disembark Ushuaia
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Fly and Sail Expedition
Greg Mortimer
13 days from
$1,961 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Venturing below the Antarctic Circle is about more than just earning bragging rights. It is the chance …
Next departure on 16 January, 2025
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- Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-4 Drake Passage crossing
- Days 5-11 Antarctic Peninsula & Antarctic Circle
- Day 12 Fly King George Island to Punta Arenas
- Day 13 Depart Punta Arenas
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Adventures in Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
11 days from
$1,309 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Charting a course through the Drake Passage and along the Antarctic Peninsula, this voyage offers incredible opportunities …
Next departure on 29 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5: South Shetland Islands
- Day 6-8: Antarctica
- Day 9-10: Drake Passage
- Day 11: Disembarkation
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Antarctica aboard Ortelius - Polar Circle, Deep South Discovery Voyage
Ortelius
14 days from
$938 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise will take you further south of Antarctica, crossing the Polar …
Next departure on 10 March, 2025
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- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 – 5: Entering Antarctica
- Day 6 – 8: Through the Gullet
- Day 9 – 11: The whales of Crystal Sound
- Day 12 – 13: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 14: There and back again
- Day 6 – 8: (Alternate program if the route to the south of Crystal Sound/Hanusse Bay is blocked by ice)
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Antarctica Active Expedition - All Inclusive Activities
Greg Mortimer
15 days from
$1,642 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Aurora Expeditions is renowned for the variety and volume of activities offered to expeditioners on our voyages. …
Next departure on 20 November, 2025
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- Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Day 3-4 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 5-12 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 13-14 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 15 Disembark Ushuaia
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Antarctica All-Access - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
13 days from
$1,180 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Take in the very best of Antarctica, with access to every activity and adventure we offer, at …
Next departure on 08 December, 2024
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- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5: South Shetland Islands
- Day 6-9: Antarctica
- Day 10-11: Drake Passage
- Day 12: Disembarkation
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords
National Geographic Explorer
18 days from
$2,372 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Join us on an odyssey that combines the celebrated wonders of the southernmost realms of the planet …
Next departure on 19 January, 2025
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- DAY 1: Santiago
- DAY 2: Punta Arenas / Embark
- DAY 3: Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park & Ainsworth Bay
- DAY 4: Francisco Coloane Marine Park
- DAY 5: Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine Park
- DAY 6: Puerto Natales / Kirke Narrows
- DAY 7-8: Exploring the Chilean Fjords
- DAY 9: At Sea / Drake Passage
- DAY 10-15: Exploring Antarctica
- DAY 16-17: At Sea
- DAY 18: Ushuaia / Disembark / Santiago (Resolution)
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Antarctica - Basecamp Voyage
Hondius
13 days from
$836 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the Antarctic …
Next departure on 23 November, 2024
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- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 - 10: Entering Antarctica
- Day 11 - 12: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 13: There and back again
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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching Cruise
Hondius
12 days from
$1,165 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. …
Next departure on 20 March, 2026
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- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 - 9: Sights of late summer Antarctica
- Day 10 - 11: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 12: There and back again
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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Wilkins Ice Shelf and the search for the Aurora Australis
Ortelius
16 days from
$1,119 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This voyage explores a number of historically significant Antarctic areas, such as the very rarely visited Bellingshausen …
Next departure on 21 March, 2025
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- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4: Through the Pendleton Strait
- Day 5: Detaille Island and The Gullet
- Day 6: Porquoi Pas and Horseshoe Islands
- Day 7 - 10: George IV and Wilkins Ice Shelf
- Day 11: Jenny and Leonie Islands
- Day 12: Lagoon and Mikkelsen Islands
- Day 13 - 15: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 16: There and back again
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Antarctica By Helicopter: Icebergs, Mountains and Remote Lands
Ultramarine
12 days from
$2,428 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Soar beyond the ordinary to the rarely-visited east coastline of Antarctica. Offering helicopter adventures no one else …
Next departure on 27 November, 2025
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- Day 1 - Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Day 2 - Fly to Ushuaia and Embark
- Day 3 - Crossing the Drake: A Polar Rite of Passage
- Day 4 - At Sea With Polar Experts
- Days 5 to 9 - Explore the Weddell Sea by Water, Land, & Air
- Day 10 - At Sea Day: Rejuvenate and Relax on Ultramarine
- Day 11 - At Sea Day
- Day 12 - Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires
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Antarctica Classic - 11 Day Cruise from Ushuaia
Expedition
11 days from
$1,119 NZD per day
Vivid emerald, violet tints, intense blue and crimson light—the Antarctic Peninsula is anything but a world of …
Next departure on 22 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage
- Days 3–4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
- Days 5–8 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 9–10 Drake Passage/Ushuaia
- Day 11 Ushuaia
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Antarctica Classic in Depth - 13 Day Cruise From Ushuaia
Expedition
13 days from
$1,031 NZD per day
This 13-day expedition introduces you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. …
Next departure on 11 November, 2024
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- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage
- Days 3–4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
- Days 5–10 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 11–12 Drake Passage/Ushuaia
- Day 13 Ushuaia
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage - 10 Day Expedition
National Geographic Orion
10 days from
$2,272 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Drawing from 55+ years of sharing the icy wilds of Antarctica with adventurous guests, this action-packed voyage …
Next departure on 26 December, 2025
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- DAY 1 Puerto Natales, Chile
- DAY 2 Puerto Natales / King George Island, Antarctica / Embark Ship
- DAYS 3-8 Exploring Antarctica
- DAY 9 King George Island / Disembark Ship / Puerto Natales
- DAY 10 Puerto Natales
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage - 9 Day Expedition
National Geographic Orion
9 days from
$1,983 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Join the pioneers of Antarctic expedition travel on a thrilling voyage that allows for six days of …
Next departure on 16 November, 2025
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- DAY 1 Puerto Natales, Chile
- DAY 2 Puerto Natales / King George Island, Antarctica / Embark Ship
- DAYS 3-7 Exploring Antarctica
- DAY 8 King George Island / Disembark Ship / Puerto Natales
- DAY 9 Puerto Natales
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage from Puerto Natales
National Geographic Explorer
8 days from
$1,640 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way. On this new …
Next departure on 26 November, 2024
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- DAY 1 Puerto Natales, Chile
- DAY 2 Puerto Natales / King George Island / Embark Ship
- DAYS 3-6 Exploring Antarctica
- DAY 7 King George Island / Disembark Ship / Puerto Natales
- DAY 8 Puerto Natales
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Antarctica Direct: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage Expedition Cruise
National Geographic Explorer
10 days from
$1,736 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way. On this new …
Next departure on 15 January, 2025
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- DAY 1 Ushuaia, Argentina
- DAY 2 Ushuaia / Embark Ship
- DAYS 3-4 At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage
- DAYS 5-8 Exploring Antarctica
- DAY 9 King George Island / Disembark Ship / Puerto Natales, Chile
- DAY 10 Puerto Natales
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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage
Hondius
10 days from
$1,074 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The 'Classic Antarctic' route. This cruise delivers you to wondrous landscapes found in one of the harshest …
Next departure on 30 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Days 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Days 4 – 7: Entering Antarctica
- Days 8 - 9: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 10: There and back again
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Antarctica - Elephant Island - Weddell Sea - Polar Circle with Plancius
Plancius
15 days from
$1,193 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This expansive expedition takes you into the Antarctic Circle, combining the rich animal life of the Weddell …
Next departure on 09 March, 2025
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- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4: From Point Wild to the Weddell Sea
- Day 5: Weddell Sea Devil Island
- Day 6: Exploring the most remote regions
- Day 7: Orléans Strait whale search
- Day 8: Port monuments and island wildlife
- Day 9 - 10: Detaille Island’s historic station
- Day 11: Amazing Argentine islands
- Day 12: Farewell to Antarctica
- Day 13 – 14: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 15: There and back again
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Antarctica Explorer Expedition - Discovering the 7th Continent
Ocean Explorer
11 days from
$1,821 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries. And this expedition offers you the chance to discover why, …
Next departure on 05 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 — Arrive in Ushuaia, Argentina
- Day 2 — Embarkation Day
- Days 3 and 4 — Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 5 to 8 — South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 9 and 10 — Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 11 — Disembarkation in Ushuaia
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Antarctica Express Air Cruise
Magellan Explorer
6 days from
$1,419 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Our Antarctica Express Air-Cruise was designed for travelers looking for a quick and affordable visit to the …
Next departure on 23 November, 2024
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- Day 1: Start of the Air-Cruise
- Day 2: Cape Horn and Drake Passage
- Days 3: Drake Passage
- Day 4: Drake Passage and Antarctica
- Day 5: Antarctica and scheduled return flight
- Day 6: End of the Air-Cruise
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Antarctica & Falklands Expedition aboard Fridtjof Nansen
Fridtjof Nansen
19 days from
$965 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Join us on a late-summer expedition to experience unique landscapes, wildlife and amazing sunsets in the white …
Next departure on 17 March, 2025
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- DAY 1 BUENOS AIRES Renaissance of romance
- DAY 2 BUENOS AIRES/USHUAIA Meeting the ship
- DAY 3-4 DRAKE PASSAGE Continental crossing
- DAY 5-9 ANTARCTICA A world of ice and wildlife
- DAY 10-11 THE DRAKE PASSAGE Northbound
- DAY 12-14 FALKLAND ISLANDS Pubs and penguins
- DAY 15 AT SEA Take a moment
- DAY 16 PUERTO MADRYN, ARGENTINA - DOCKED - HALF DAY World Heritage wildlife haven
- DAY 17-18 AT SEA Final sailing days
- DAY 19 BUENOS AIRES Back where we began
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Antarctica & Falklands Expedition From Punta Arenas to Buenos Aires - Flight Included
Fram
26 days from
$1,496 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The frozen continent After a flight from Santiago de Chile, you’ll embark in Punta Arenas and head towards …
Next departure on 19 March, 2026
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- Day 1-2 Santiago, Chile's capital
- Day 3 Depart from Punta Arenas
- Day 4-5 Get set for Antarctica
- Day 6-15 Antarctica: another world
- Day 16-17 Heading to the Falklands
- Day 18-20 Wildlife of the Falklands
- Day 21 The South Atlantic
- Day 22 Puerto Madryn
- Day 23-24 Cruise the Argentine Basin
- Day 25-26 Buenos Aires
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Antarctica & Falklands - From Punta Arenas to Buenos Aires Expedition Cruise
Fram
24 days from
$1,178 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The frozen continent After a flight from Santiago de Chile, you’ll embark in Punta Arenas and head …
Next departure on 20 March, 2026
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- DAY 1 Santiago, Chile's capital
- DAY 2 Depart from Punta Arenas
- DAY 3-4 Get set for Antarctica
- DAY 5-14 Antarctica: another world
- DAY 15-16 Heading to the Falklands
- DAY 17-19 Wildlife of the Falklands
- DAY 20 The South Atlantic
- DAY 21 Puerto Madryn
- DAY 22-23 Cruise the Argentine Basin
- DAY 24 Buenos Aires
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Antarctica & Falklands Small Ship Expedition Cruise
Roald Amundsen
18 days from
$806 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The remote Falkland Islands Set sail from Buenos Aires and explore the rolling green hills and white …
Next departure on 06 November, 2024
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- DAY 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
- DAY 2-5 Preparing for adventure
- DAY 6-8 Wildlife of the Falklands
- DAY 9-10 Antarctica bound
- DAY 11-15 Another world
- DAY 16-17 The passage back
- DAY 18 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
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Antarctica, Patagonia and Chilean Fjords Expedition
Roald Amundsen
26 days from
$814 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The frozen continent Start in the romance-infused city of Buenos Aires before heading to Ushuaia to board …
Next departure on 10 March, 2025
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- DAY 1 Tango is only the beginning
- DAY 2 Launch your expedition in Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city
- DAY 3-4 Crossing to another continent
- DAY 5-9 Where nature reigns supreme
- DAY 10-11 A return to open waters
- DAY 12 Explore Ushuaia
- DAY 13 Where two oceans collide
- DAY 14 Smalltown atmosphere in beautiful surroundings
- DAY 15 The sights and sounds of a glacier
- DAY 16 Cruising through paradise
- DAY 17-18 Torres del Paine National Park
- DAY 19 The giant that’s still growing
- DAY 20 A tiny piece of paradise
- DAY 21 Aysén charm, Chilotan architecture
- DAY 22 The blue waters of Patagonia
- DAY 23 Chilean charm
- DAY 24 The fortress in the fog
- DAY 25 Sailing north
- DAY 26 UNESCO’s ‘Jewel of the Pacific’
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Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition - Southbound
Fridtjof Nansen
18 days from
$1,077 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The national parks of Patagonia The expedition begins in the UNESCO city of Valparaíso, sailing to rustic …
Next departure on 01 November, 2024
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- Day 1 Valparaíso, Chile
- Day 2-3 At sea
- Day 4 Castro
- Day 5 At sea
- Day 6 Puerto Edén
- Day 7-8 Puerto Natales
- Day 9 Chilean Fjords
- Day 10-11 At Sea
- Day 12-15 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 16-17 At sea
- Day 18 Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Whale Watching Expedition
Plancius
12 days from
$1,094 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This Polar Circle and Antarctic Peninsula cruise passes through waters travelled by Humpback, Minke and Fin whales. …
Next departure on 23 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 - 9: Sights of late summer Antarctica
- Day 10 - 11: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 12: There and back again
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Antarctica Untouched - A Rarely Seen Antarctica Cruise
13 days from
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Placing the first human footsteps onto a pristine, untouched landscape. Witnessing colonies of penguins return to land …
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1, Arrive in Ushuaia
- Day 2, Explore Ushuaia
- Day 3, Welcome Aboard
- Day 4–5, Drake Passage
- Day 6–7, South Shetland Islands
- Day 8–10, Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 11–12, Drake Passage Homeward
- Day 13 – Disembark in Ushuaia
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Antarctica - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp - The Best Activity Voyage in the Iconic Weddell Sea
Ortelius
13 days from
$1,272 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy the …
Next departure on 17 March, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2-3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4-10: Entering the Weddell Sea
- Day 11-12: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 13: There and back again
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Antarctica - Whale Watching Cruise - In Search for the Giants of the Seas
Plancius
10 days from
$1,142 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This Antarctic Peninsula cruise delivers you into a landscape of rugged rock, pure white snow, and a …
Next departure on 23 March, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 – 7: Entering Antarctica
- Day 8 - 9: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 10: There and back again
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Antarctic Circle 16 Day Expedition Cruise
Roald Amundsen
16 days from
$1,633 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Enjoy nine days in Antarctica Join your Expedition Team for ice-cruising activities, shore landings and fascinating lectures. You'll …
Next departure on 26 December, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
- Day 2 Setting sail from Ushuaia
- Day 3-4 Get set for Antarctica
- Day 5-13 Antarctica: another world
- Day 14-15 Back through Drake Passage
- Day 16 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
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Antarctic Circle 18 Day Expedition Cruise
Roald Amundsen
18 days from
$1,175 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This is one of our longest expeditions in Antarctica, departing at the peak of its summer and …
Next departure on 11 January, 2025
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- DAY 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
- DAY 2 Setting sail from Ushuaia
- DAY 3-4 Get set for Antarctica
- DAY 5-15 Antarctica: another world
- DAY 16-17 Back through Drake Passage
- DAY 18 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
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Antarctic Explorer Expedition featuring the Chilean Fjords
Sylvia Earle
14 days from
$1,831 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Early Antarctic explorers returned from their voyages to the deep south with tales of a magnificent, ice-covered …
Next departure on 01 March, 2025
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- Day 1 Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Fly Punta Arenas to King George Island & Embarkation
- Days 3-10 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 11-12 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 13 Chilean Fjords
- Day 14 Disembark in Punta Arenas
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Antarctic Explorer Express Expedition
Greg Mortimer
9 days from
$2,317 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The younger sibling to our fully-grown Antarctic Explorer voyage, Antarctic Explorer Express is a condensed version of …
Next departure on 17 January, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Day 3-4 Drake Passage crossing
- Days 5-7 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 8 Fly King George Island to Punta Arenas
- Day 9 Punta Arenas
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Antarctic Explorer - Fly and Sail Expedition
Greg Mortimer
12 days from
$1,954 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Early Antarctic explorers returned from their voyages to the deep south with tales of a magnificent, ice-covered …
Next departure on 19 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-9 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 10-11 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 12 Disembark Ushuaia
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Antarctic Explorer: Through the Lens - A Unique Photography Voyage
Greg Mortimer
12 days from
$2,257 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Welcome to Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctic Explorer: Through the Lens Fly/Sail expedition. Early Antarctic explorers returned from …
Next departure on 01 February, 2026
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- Day 1 Arrive Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-9 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 10-11 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 12 Disembark Ushuaia
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Antarctic Express Cruise: Crossing the Circle
Ocean Explorer
11 days from
$5,369 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
A short, comfortable flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, to King George Island in Antarctica has you with …
Next departure on 24 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 — Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
- Day 2 — Fly to King George Island and Embarkation
- Days 3 to 5 — Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
- Days 6 and 7 — Antarctic Circle
- Days 8 and 9 — Northbound Along the Peninsula
- Day 10 — Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
- Day 11 — Depart Punta Arenas
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Antarctic Express - Cruise South, Fly North Expedition
Ocean Explorer
10 days from
$3,004 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Revel in the excitement of crossing the famed Drake Passage after embarking from Ushuaia, with the convenience …
Next departure on 03 December, 2025
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- Day 1 Ushuaia, Argentina
- Day 2 Embarkation Day
- Days 3 and 4 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 5 to 8 Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
- Day 9 Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
- Day 10 Depart for Home
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Antarctic Express - Fly South, Cruise North Expedition
Ocean Explorer
10 days from
$3,220 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Take the fastest route to Antarctica – a three-hour flight – and enjoy your first glimpse of …
Next departure on 20 December, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Punta Arenas, Chile
- Day 2 Embarkation Day
- Days 3 to 6 Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
- Days 7 and 8 Crossing the Drake Passage to Ushuaia
- Day 9 Disembark and overnight in Ushuaia, Argentina
- Day 10 Depart for home
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake
Ocean Explorer
8 days from
$3,685 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Answer the call of Antarctica by flying over the notorious Drake Passage by charter plane to land …
Next departure on 05 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive in Punta Arenas, Chile
- Day 2 Fly to King George Island and Embarkation
- Days 3 to 6 Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands
- Day 8 Disembarkation and Fly to Punta Arenas
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Antarctic Peninsula Discovery - From Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition Cruise
Diana
11 days from
$1,292 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This voyage takes you across Drake Passage straight to the frozen Antarctic Peninsula - where you'll discover …
Next departure on 12 December, 2024
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- DAY 1 PRE CRUISE
- DAY 2 USHUAIA
- DAY 3-4 AT SEA
- DAY 5-8 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 9-10 AT SEA
- DAY 11 USHUAIA
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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake Expedition
Greg Mortimer
12 days from
$2,873 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Separating the southern tip of the South American continent from the Antarctic Peninsula region is the Drake …
Next departure on 23 January, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-10 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 11 Fly King George Island to Punta Arenas
- Day 12 Depart Punta Arenas
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Antarctic Peninsula In Depth
Greg Mortimer
15 days from
$1,509 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The ultimate expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula that seeks to include visits to some well-known locations and …
Next departure on 06 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-4 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 5-12 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 13-14 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 15 Disembark Ushuaia
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Antarctic Peninsula in Depth - From Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition Cruise
Diana
13 days from
$1,583 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Embrace the best of Antarctica and experience the unique flora and fauna of The South Shetland Islands …
Next departure on 14 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 0 Pre Cruise
- DAY 1 USHUAIA
- DAY 2-4 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 5-10 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 11-12 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 13 USHUAIA
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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey - From Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition Cruise
Diana
12 days from
$1,241 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Sail across the notorious Drake Passage to discover the dazzling frozen wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula. Explore …
Next departure on 02 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 0 Pre Cruise
- DAY 1 USHUAIA
- DAY 2-3 DAY AT SEA
- DAYS 4-8 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAYS 9-10 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 11 USHUAIA
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Atlantic Odyssey Including Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde
Hondius
41 days from
$713 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The Atlantic Odyssey cruise visits some of the remotest islands in the world, crossing the migratory paths …
Next departure on 14 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 – 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 – 7: Entering Antarctica
- Day 8 - 9: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 10: There and back again
- Day 11: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 12 – 14: Sea route to South Georgia
- Day 15 – 17: South Georgia sights
- Day 18 – 21: Once more to the sea
- Day 22: The quest continues at the great Gough Island
- Day 23 – 26: Tristan da Cunha and all the pretty birds
- Day 27 – 30: Subtropical seas and seabirds
- Day 31 – 33: St. Highlights of Saint Helena
- Day 34: Heading out of St. Helena
- Day 35 – 36: Sailing the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
- Day 37 – 38: Onward to Ascension Island
- Day 39 – 42: Crossing the equator
- Day 43: The pleasures of Praia
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Celebrating Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
12 days from
$1,602 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Celebrate the best that the Antarctic Peninsula has to offer – from towering icebergs and impressive glaciers …
Next departure on 15 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5-6: South Shetland Islands
- Day 7-9: Antarctica
- Day 10-11: Drake Passage
- Day 12: Disembarkation
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Christmas in Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
12 days from
$1,796 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Celebrate with us and explore the majestic white continent, enjoying abundant wildlife encounters and the striking panoramic …
Next departure on 18 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5-6: Antarctic Sound and Weddell Sea
- Day 7-8: Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 9: South Shetland Islands
- Day 10-11: Drake Passage
- Day 12: Disembarkation
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Classic Antarctica aboard Ushuaia
Ushuaia
10 days from
$829 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Our Classic Antarctic adventure cruises on board the USHUAIA offer the ultimate introduction to the White Continent. …
Next departure on 03 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Depart from Ushuaia
- Day 2 & 3: Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 4 to 7: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands
- Day 8 & 9: At Sea crossing the Drake Passage, northbound
- Day 10: Arrival in Ushuaia
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Classic Antarctica Fly Cruise
Magellan Explorer
8 days from
$2,023 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The Classic Antarctica air-cruise is our most popular Antarctica expedition itinerary. Once arriving by flight to Antarctica, …
Next departure on 02 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Start of the Air-Cruise
- Day 2: Scheduled Flight to Antarctica
- Days 3 - 6: Exploring Antarctica
- Day 7: Scheduled Return Flight from Antarctica
- Day 8: End of Air-Cruise
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Crossing 66º South Latitude - Antarctic Circle Expedition
Sea Spirit
14 days from
$1,493 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Experience the essence of Antarctica: a white wilderness of spectacular icescapes, obliging marine wildlife, scenic narrow channels, …
Next departure on 24 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina (hotel night)
- Day 2: Welcome Aboard!
- Day 3-4: Across the Drake Passage
- Day 5-12: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 13-14: Back across the Drake Passage
- Day 15: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle - Ushuaia Roundtrip Cruise
World Voyager
12 days from
$4,047 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Crossing the Antarctic Circle at the 66th southern parallel, you enter what feels like another world, connecting …
Next departure on 02 February, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Ushuaia, Argentina Depart: 6:00 pm
- Days 2 - 3 Drake Passage Navigation
- Day 4 Crossing the Antarctic Circle — Captain’s Choice
- Days 5 - 7 Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula – Captain’s Choice
- Days 8 - 9 Exploring the South Shetland Islands - Captain’s Choice, Antarctica
- Days 10 - 11 Drake Passage Navigation
- Day 12 Ushuaia, Argentina
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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition to Antarctica
Ocean Explorer
14 days from
$2,447 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Setting foot on the 7th Continent is a polar achievement relatively few people experience in their lifetime. …
Next departure on 06 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Day 2 Fly to Ushuaia & Embark
- Days 3 and 4 Crossing The Drake Passage
- Days 5 to 7 South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 8 and 9 Antarctic Circle
- Days 10 and 11 Northbound Along The Peninsula
- Days 12 and 13 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 14 Disembarkation in Ushuaia & Fly to Buenos Aires
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Crossing the Circle - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
14 days from
$1,848 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
We chart a course through the Drake Passage and along the Antarctic Peninsula with the ambition of …
Next departure on 25 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5: South Shetland Islands
- Day 6-8: Antarctic Circle
- Day 9-11: Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 12-13: Drake Passage
- Day 14: Disembarkation
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Emperor Penguin Quest - Expedition to Snow Hill - Antarctic Peninsula Cruise
Ultramarine
14 days from
$3,398 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
We made polar history in 2004 at Snow Hill Island. We were the first to reach its …
Next departure on 15 November, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Day 2 Fly to Ushuaia and Embark
- Days 3 and 4 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 5 Navigating into the Weddell Sea
- Days 6 to 10 Weddell Sea and the Quest to Land at Snow Hill
- Days 11 to 13 Cruising
- Day 14 Disembark in Ushuaia and Fly to Buenos Aires
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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent - Expedition From New Zealand to Argentina
Douglas Mawson
34 days from
$1,704 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Calling all pioneers, history buffs and adventure lovers for an epic adventure across the southern seas. Follow …
Next departure on 08 February, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Dunedin
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Day 3 At Sea
- Days 4-6 New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands
- Day 7 At Sea
- Days 8-9 Macquarie Island
- Days 10-12 At Sea
- Days 13-18 Ross Sea
- Days 19-26 Expedition Cruising
- Days 27-31 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 32-33 At Sea
- Day 34 Disembark in Ushuaia
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Giants of the Southern Ocean: Whale Watching Antarctica Voyage
Ocean Albatros
9 days from
$1,325 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This is our fantastic 9-day sunset voyage to the Great White Continent. Experience incredible whales, stunning mountain …
Next departure on 12 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSS DRAKE PASSAGE, SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 4 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 5-6 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 7-8 DEPART ANTARCTICA - AT SEA
- DAY 9 BACK IN USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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Highlights of Antarctica Expedition
Fridtjof Nansen
12 days from
$1,175 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Breathtaking icescapes Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature's majesty …
Next departure on 17 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
- DAY 2 Early start in Ushuaia
- DAY 3-4 Get set for Antarctica
- DAY 5-9 Antarctica: another world
- DAY 10-11 Returning to warmer waters
- DAY 12 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
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Highlights of Antarctica Expedition - Flights Included
Fridtjof Nansen
15 days from
$1,298 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Breathtaking icescapes Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature's majesty as …
Next departure on 24 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1-2 The beat of Buenos Aires
- Day 3 Early start in Ushuaia
- Day 4-5 Get set for Antarctica
- Day 6-10 Antarctica: another world
- Day 11-12 Returning to warmer waters
- Day 13 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
- Day 14-15 Buenos Aires to Australia
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Highlights of the Southern Spring - Antarctica Expedition Cruise
Ocean Albatros
9 days from
$1,396 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
For centuries, the legendary White Continent has captured the imagination of explorers worldwide, enticing modern adventurers with …
Next departure on 31 October, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 4-6 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS & THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 7-8 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 9 BACK TO USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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Holidays in Antarctica - Christmas & New Year Polar Adventures
Sea Spirit
11 days from
$1,499 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
“Glittering white, shining blue, raven black, in the light of the sun the land looks like a …
Next departure on 16 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina (hotel night)
- Day 2: Welcome Aboard!
- Day 3-4: Across the Drake Passage
- Day 5-7: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 8: Christmas in Antarctica
- Day 9-10: Back across the Drake Passage
- Day 11: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
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Iconic Antarctica – The Explorer’s Route - Ultimate Expedition Cruise
Roald Amundsen
16 days from
$1,457 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
A deep dive into the wonders of Antarctica This voyage is for those who want the ultimate in …
Next departure on 31 October, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 The beat of Buenos Aires
- Day 2 Heading south
- Day 3-4 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 5-13 Antarctica: another world
- Day 14-15 Back through the Drake Passage
- Day 16 Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
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In-depth Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition Cruise
Fram
23 days from
$1,255 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Amazing Antarctic wildlife Your exploration of Antarctica has no fixed itinerary but includes ice cruises and landings whenever …
Next departure on 15 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 Santiago, Chile’s Capital
- DAY 2 Depart From Punta Arenas
- DAY 3-4 Sailing the Drake Passage
- DAY 5-12 Antarctica: another world
- DAY 13-14 Rounding Cape Horn
- DAY 15 Exploring Chile's Fjords
- DAY 16-17 Bohemian Puerto Natales
- DAY 18 Remote Puerto Edén
- DAY 19 The waters of Patagonia
- DAY 20 Castro’s Chilotan Charm
- DAY 21-22 Reflect on your adventure
- DAY 23 Valparaíso, a UNESCO gem
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In-depth Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition Cruise - Flight Included
Fram
25 days from
$1,581 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Amazing Antarctic wildlife Your exploration of Antarctica has no fixed itinerary but includes ice cruises and landings whenever …
Next departure on 14 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1-2 Santiago, Chile’s Capital
- Day 3 Depart From Punta Arenas
- Day 4-5 Sailing the Drake Passage
- Day 6-13 Antarctica: another world
- Day 14-15 Rounding Cape Horn
- Day 16 Exploring Chile's Fjords
- Day 17-18 Bohemian Puerto Natales
- Day 19 Remote Puerto Edén
- Day 20 The waters of Patagonia
- Day 21 Castro’s Chilotan Charm
- Day 22-23 Reflect on your adventure
- Day 24-25 Valparaíso, a UNESCO gem
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In Shackleton's Footsteps - Antarctica & South Georgia Adventure
Diana
19 days from
$1,341 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Follow in the wake of one of history’s greatest explorers on this extraordinary voyage. Drink in the …
Next departure on 21 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 PRE CRUISE
- DAY 2 USHUAIA
- DAY 3 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 4 WEST POINT ISLAND & SAUNDERS ISLAND
- DAY 5 PORT STANLEY
- DAYS 6-7 DAY AT SEA
- DAYS 8-10 SOUTH GEORGIA
- DAYS 11-12 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 13-16 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 17-18 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 19 USHUAIA
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Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent
National Geographic Endurance
12 days from
$2,301 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, where endless white mountains roll to the horizon and massive glaciers churn icebergs …
Next departure on 01 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina or Santiago, Chile
- Day 2 Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Ship
- Days 3-4 At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 5-9 Exploring Antarctica
- Days 10-11 At Sea
- Day 12 Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Buenos Aires or Santiago
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King George Island to King George Island Luxury Antarctica Adventure Cruise
Silver Cloud
8 days from
$4,325 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Antarctica is perhaps the one continent on Earth that still inspires wonder. Vast, white and actually not …
Next departure on 18 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Days 1 - 2 Pre Cruise
- Day 3 King George Island ANTARCTICA
- Day 4 Antarctic Sound ANTARCTICA
- Days 5 - 6 Antarctic Peninsula ANTARCTICA
- Day 7 South Shetland Islands SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS, ANTARCTICA
- Day 8 King George Island ANTARCTICA
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Polar Circle Air-Cruise - An In-Depth Antarctic Adventure
Magellan Explorer
10 days from
$2,726 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
The Polar Circle air-cruise is one of the most adventurous expeditions that we offer. Our main objective …
Next departure on 01 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Start of the Air-Cruise
- Day 2 Scheduled flight to Antarctica
- Days 3 - 8 Exploring Antarctica
- Day 9 Scheduled return flight from Antarctica
- Day 10 End of the Air-Cruise
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Polar Circle Quest aboard Ushuaia
Ushuaia
12 days from
$1,252 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, & endeavor to cross the Polar Circle. Aboard …
Next departure on 15 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Depart from Ushuaia
- Day 2 & 3: At Sea. Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 4 to 9: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands, and endeavor to cross the Polar Circle
- Days 10 & 11: At Sea. Crossing the Drake Passage, northbound
- Day 12: Arrival in Ushuaia
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Prime Season Antarctica - Southern Summer Expedition
Ocean Victory
9 days from
$1,495 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Storied and sought for centuries, the great White Continent beckons intrepid modern-day explorers from all over the …
Next departure on 04 January, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 4-6 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS & THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 7-8 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 9 BACK TO USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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Puerto Williams to Puerto Williams 13 Day Luxury Antarctica Adventure
Silver Cloud
13 days from
$1,541 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Antarctica is a continent that is ever-changing and always exciting. It’s a place where travellers become adventurers, …
Next departure on 18 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Pre Cruise
- Day 2 Puerto Williams CHILE
- Days 3 - 4 Drake Passage INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 5 Antarctic Sound ANTARCTICA
- Days 6 - 8 Antarctic Peninsula ANTARCTICA
- Day 9 South Shetland Islands SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS, ANTARCTICA
- Day 10 Drake Passage INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 11 Cruising Cape Horn CHILE
- Day 12 Puerto Williams CHILE
- Day 13 Post Cruise
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Puerto Williams to Ushuaia - Classic Antarctica Luxury Expedition
Silver Cloud
11 days from
$797 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Set sail on a life-changing trip to the extremes of the far south. Join the great explorers …
Next departure on 09 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Puerto Williams
- Days 2 - 3 Drake Passage
- Day 4 Antarctic Sound
- Days 5 - 7 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 8 South Shetland Islands
- Days 9 - 10 Drake Passage
- Day 11 Ushuaia
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Puerto Williams to Valparaiso - 25 Day Antarctica & Patagonia Luxury Expedition
Silver Cloud
25 days from
$906 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Set sail on possibly the most life changing voyage you’ll ever experience. The next three weeks promise …
Next departure on 08 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Pre Cruise
- Day 2 Puerto Williams
- Days 3 - 4 Drake Passage
- Day 5 Antarctic Sound
- Days 6 - 8 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 9 South Shetland Islands
- Days 10 - 11 Drake Passage
- Day 12 Ushuaia
- Day 13 Garibaldi Fjord & Glacier
- Day 14 Cruise Chilean Fjords
- Day 15 Montanas Fjord
- Days 16 - 18 Expedition Chilean Fjords
- Day 19 Tortel
- Day 20 Day at sea
- Day 21 Castro
- Day 22 Niebla
- Day 23 Day at sea
- Day 24 Valparaiso
- Day 25 Post Cruise
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle - 14 Day Expedition from Ushuaia
Expedition
14 days from
$1,179 NZD per day
A massive rookery of penguins shuffles across a frozen shore; a pod of whales glides through frigid …
Next departure on 21 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage
- Days 3–4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands
- Days 5–6 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 7–8 Antarctic Peninsula/Antarctic Circle
- Days 9–11 Antarctic Circle/Drake Passage
- Day 12 Drake Passage
- Day 13 Drake Passage/Ushuaia
- Day 14 Ushuaia
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle - An In-Depth Exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula
National Geographic Endurance
16 days from
$2,741 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Experience an in-depth exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula with the pioneers of Antarctic cruising, featuring nine days …
Next departure on 11 January, 2027
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Day 2 Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Ship
- Days 3-4 At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 5-13 Deep Exploration Towards the Antarctica Circle
- Days 14-15 At Sea
- Day 16 Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Buenos Aires
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Quest for the Circle - Cross the Antarctic Circle
Ocean Albatros
12 days from
$1,562 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Join Albatros Expeditions for the ultimate Antarctic bucket list adventure - crossing the Antarctic Circle. Earth's final …
Next departure on 28 February, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 4-8 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND ANTARCTIC CIRCLE
- DAY 9 THE SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 10-11 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 12 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, DISEMBARKATION
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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs - Antarctic Peninsula Small Ship Cruise
Sea Spirit
12 days from
$1,374 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
“Glittering white, shining blue, raven black, in the light of the sun the land looks like a …
Next departure on 06 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrival in Ushuaia, Argentina (hotel night)
- Day 2: Welcome Aboard!
- Day 3-4: Across the Drake Passage
- Day 5-9: South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 10-11: Back across the Drake Passage
- Day 12: Disembarkation in Ushuaia, Argentina
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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer incl. South Georgia
Ortelius
28 days from
$1,504 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This adventurous expedition explores one of the least-visited areas on Earth, Antarctica’s amazing Weddell Sea. After visiting …
Next departure on 11 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1-3: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 4 – 6: South Georgia journey
- Day 7-8: Sea Days
- Day 9: South Sandwich Islands
- Day 10-12: Southward bound
- Day 13-14: Neuschwabenland / New Swabia
- Day 15-23: Deep inside the Weddell Sea - Filchner, Ronne and Larsen Ice shelves
- Day 24: Brown Bluff and Kinnes Cove
- Day 25: Legendary Elephant Island
- Day 26 – 27: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 28: There and back again
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South Atlantic Semi-Circumnavigation - From Ushuaia to Cape Town
Vega
22 days from
$998 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Gaze at captivating glaciers and majestic icebergs as we sail from Ushuaia to the icy wilderness of …
Next departure on 16 March, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAYS 1 - 2 Overnight in Buenos Aires then fly to USHUAIA
- DAY 3-4 AT SEA
- DAY 5 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 6-7 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 8 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 9 SOUTH ORKNEY ISLANDS
- DAY 10 AT SEA
- DAY 11-12 SOUTH GEORGIA
- DAY 13-15 AT SEA
- DAY 16 GOUGH ISLAND
- DAY 17 TRISTAN DA CUNHA
- DAY 18-21 AT SEA
- DAY 22 CAPE TOWN
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Southern Ocean Odyssey - Falklands & Antarctic Peninsula Expedition
Ocean Victory
15 days from
$1,420 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
On this extraordinary 15-day voyage, experience the fascinating Falkland Islands and the mind-blowing beauty of Antarctica. Brimming …
Next departure on 03 November, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 EMBARKATION, MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
- DAY 2-4 AT SEA, EN ROUTE TO THE FALKLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 5-6 WESTERN ISLANDS AND PORT STANLEY
- DAY 7-8 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 9-11 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 12 THE SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 13-14 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 15 USHUAIA, ARGENTINA - DISEMBARKATION
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South Georgia & Antarctic Odyssey Featuring the South Sandwich Islands
Greg Mortimer
24 days from
$1,642 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
On this epic voyage, not only will you explore the famed white continent, discover the Falklands~Malvinas, encounter …
Next departure on 04 March, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-4 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 5-8 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 9-11 At Sea
- Days 12-13 South Sandwich Islands
- Day 14 At sea
- Days 15-18 South Georgia
- Days 19-20 At Sea
- Day 21 At Sea / Falklands~Malvinas
- Day 22 Falklands~Malvinas
- Days 23 At Sea
- Day 24 Disembark Ushuaia
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South Georgia, Falklands & Antarctic 23 Day Expedition
Douglas Mawson
23 days from
$1,612 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
This epic voyage takes you on an incomparable journey, visiting enigmatic Subantarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. …
Next departure on 27 December, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-4 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 5-8 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 9-10 At Sea
- Day 11 At Sea / South Georgia
- Days 12-15 South Georgia
- Day 16 South Georgia / At Sea
- Days 17-18 At Sea
- Days 19-21 Falklands~Malvinas
- Day 22 At Sea
- Day 23 Disembark Ushuaia
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula Expedition
Ocean Albatros
10 days from
$1,380 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
A classic voyage to the Great White Continent. Experience the incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery and gigantic …
Next departure on 19 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL USHUAIA
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSS DRAKE PASSAGE
- DAY 4-5 SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 6-7 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 8-9 DEPART ANTARCTICA - AT SEA
- DAY 10 BACK TO USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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Spirit of Antarctica - Classic 12 Day Expedition
Greg Mortimer
12 days from
$1,693 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on this classic expedition to the coveted white continent. Sail across …
Next departure on 27 October, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrival airport transfer and overnight in Ushuaia
- Day 2 Embarkation Day
- Day 3 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 4 Drake Passage & South Shetland Islands
- Day 5-9 Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 10-11 Drake Passage crossing
- Day 12 Disembark Ushuaia
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Spirit of Antarctica Expedition featuring the Chilean Fjords
Sylvia Earle
13 days from
$1,541 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Embrace the spirit of polar exploration on this classic expedition to the coveted white continent. Sail across …
Next departure on 13 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3 Chilean Fjords
- Days 4-5 Drake Passage Crossing
- Days 6-10 Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 11-12 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 13 Disembark Ushuaia
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The Antarctic Adrenaline Adventure - No Set Itinerary Expedition
Ocean Albatros
12 days from
$1,448 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Looking for excitement? A true Antarctic adventure? Join this unique adventure voyage with an included kayak excursion …
Next departure on 08 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 4-9 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 10-11 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 12 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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The Antarctica Explorer - 13 Day Expedition
Ocean Albatros
13 days from
$1,520 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
During our 13-day Antarctica Explorer voyage, which is our lengthiest Antarctica-only cruise, we will be discovering the …
Next departure on 19 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSS DRAKE PASSAGE, SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 4-10 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND ADVENTURE AWAITS
- DAY 11-12 DEPARTING ANTARCTICA - AT SEA
- DAY 13 BACK TO USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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The Antarctic Peninsula & Extreme Weddell Sea Expedition
Ocean Albatros
12 days from
$1,562 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Join us for a once in a lifetime expedition voyage to the Weddell Sea and the Seventh …
Next departure on 17 November, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE SOUTHBOUND
- DAY 4-6 THE ANTARCTIC SOUND AND WEDDELL SEA
- DAY 7-8 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 9 THE SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 10-11 AT SEA - CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE NORTHBOUND
- DAY 12 ARRIVAL IN USHUAIA, DISEMBARKATION
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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea - 16 Day Luxury Antarctica Expedition Cruise
Le Commandant-Charcot
16 days from
$3,129 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Through PONANT’s alliance with The Explorers Club, this voyage will feature Dr. Cassandra Brooks, a marine scientist …
Next departure on 19 December, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Ushuaia
- Days 2 - 3 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 4 - 5 The Weddell Sea exploration
- Day 6 Crossing the Antarctic Circle & The Weddell Sea exploration
- Days 7 - 9 Sailing toward Larsen Ice Shelf
- Dys 10 - 11 The Weddell Sea exploration
- Day 12 North Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 13 - 14 Crossing the Drake Passage
- Day 15 - 16 Ushuaia
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The Great White Continent - An Expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula
Island Sky
20 days from
$1,343 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Even today after many decades of exploration, Antarctica remains a world apart, a majestic last frontier surpassing …
Next departure on 10 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 London to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Day 2 Buenos Aires.
- Day 3 Buenos Aires to Ushuaia.
- Days 4 & 5 At Sea.
- Days 6 to 15 Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands.
- Days 16 & 17 At Sea.
- Day 18 Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
- Day 19 Buenos Aires to London.
- Day 20 London.
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The Southern Adventure
Le Lyrial
16 days from
$2,053 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Discover the Southern Ocean as you have never seen it before! Embark on a 15-day polar expedition …
Next departure on 01 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 BUENOS AIRES
- Day 2 USHUAIA
- Day 3 AT SEA
- Day 4 NEW ISLAND & GRAVE COVE
- Day 5 VOLUNTEER POINT & PORT STANLEY
- Days 6 - 7 AT SEA
- Days 8 - 13 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- Days 14 - 15 CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE
- Day 16 USHUAIA
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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience
Ocean Albatros
12 days from
$1,448 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
On this 12-day ultimate Antarctica cruise, we explore the Great White Continent's magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, and …
Next departure on 28 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 1 ARRIVAL USHUAIA, EMBARKATION
- DAY 2-3 AT SEA - CROSS DRAKE PASSAGE, SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
- DAY 4-9 THE ANTARCTIC PENINSULA AND ADVENTURE AWAITS
- DAY 10-11 DEPARTING ANTARCTICA - AT SEA
- DAY 12 BACK TO USHUAIA AND DISEMBARKATION
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Valparaiso to Puerto Williams Antarctica & Patagonia Luxury Cruise
Silver Wind
23 days from
$1,218 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
We will leave Valparaiso’s colourful shores to venture south - all the way to Antarctica. This is …
Next departure on 17 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Pre Cruise
- Day 2 Valparaiso CHILE
- Day 3 Day at sea INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 4 Niebla CHILE
- Day 5 Puerto Montt CHILE
- Day 6 Castro CHILE
- Day 7 Day at sea INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 8 Tortel CHILE
- Day 9 - 11 Expedition Chilean Fjords CHILE
- Day 12 Ushuaia ARGENTINA
- Days 13 - 14 Drake Passage INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 15 Antarctic Sound ANTARCTICA
- Days 16 - 18 Antarctic Peninsula ANTARCTICA
- Day 19 South Shetland Islands SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS, ANTARCTICA
- Days 20 - 21 Drake Passage INTERNATIONAL WATERS
- Day 22 Puerto Williams CHILE
- Day 23 Post Cruise
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Weddell Sea Discovery - From Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition Cruise
Diana
13 days from
$1,338 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Sail deep into Antarctica’s furthest reaches on this adventure of a lifetime. The ice on the Weddell …
Next departure on 27 December, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- DAY 0 Pre Cruise
- DAY 1 USHUAIA
- DAY 2-3 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 4-9 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
- DAY 10-11 DAY AT SEA
- DAY 12 USHUAIA
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Weddell Sea - In Search of the Emperor Penguin incl. Helicopters
Ortelius
11 days from
$1,875 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
A true expedition, our Weddell Sea cruise sets out to explore the range of the Emperor Penguins …
Next departure on 10 November, 2024
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
- Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
- Day 4 - 7: Entering Antarctica
- Day 8: Drake via Deception Island
- Day 9 - 10: Familiar seas, familiar friends
- Day 11: There and back again
- Day 5 - 6: (Alternate program if the route to Snow Hill Island is free of multi-year pack ice – less than 50 % probability)
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Weddell Sea Quest aboard Ushuaia
Ushuaia
11 days from
$1,238 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands & the Weddell Sea. Aboard the USHUAIA
Next departure on 05 February, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Depart from Ushuaia
- Day 2 & 3: Crossing the Drake Passage
- Days 4 to 6: Exploring the Weddell Sea
- Days 7 & 8: Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands
- Days 9 & 10: At Sea. Crossing the Drake Passage, northbound
- Day 11: Arrival in Ushuaia
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Whale Season in Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition
Seaventure
11 days from
$1,572 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Every voyage into Antarctica is a wildlife lover’s dream journey. And this trip will certainly be no …
Next departure on 15 March, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1: Arrive in & Explore Ushuaia
- Day 2: Embarkation
- Day 3-4: Drake Passage
- Day 5: South Shetland Islands
- Day 6-8: Antarctica
- Day 9-10: Drake Passage
- Day 11: Disembarkation
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Wild Antarctica Expedition Cruise Featuring the Weddell Sea
Greg Mortimer
13 days from
$1,405 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Famed for its tremendous tabular icebergs, year-round sea ice, fascinating fossils and the pivotal role it played …
Next departure on 06 March, 2025
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrival airport transfer and overnight in Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Fly Punta Arenas to King George Island. Embarkation
- Day 3-10 West Antarctic Peninsula & Weddell Sea
- Day 11-12 Drake Passage crossing
- Day 13 Disembark Ushuaia
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Wild Antarctica Fly/Sail Expedition Featuring the Weddell Sea
Sylvia Earle
13 days from
$2,108 NZD per day
* Current p/p indicative rate.
Famed for its enormous icebergs, year-round sea ice, fascinating fossils and the pivotal role it played in …
Next departure on 17 February, 2026
Itinerary (click to show)
- Day 1 Arrive Punta Arenas
- Day 2 Embarkation
- Days 3-10 Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula
- Days 11-12 Drake Passage Crossing
- Day 13 Disembark Ushuaia
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