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Antarctic Expeditions

Tailored travel to the frozen continent

"Antarctica has this mythic weight. It resides in the collective unconscious of so many people, and it makes this huge impact, just like outer space. It's like going to the moon." ― Jon Krakauer, writer and mountaineer.

"The land looks like a fairy tale." ― Roald Amundsen, first explorer to reach the South Pole

"Antarctica still remains a remote, lonely and desolate continent. A place where it's possible to see the splendours and immensities of the natural world at its most dramatic and, what's more, witness them almost exactly as they were, long, long before human beings ever arrived on the surface of this planet. Long may it remain so." ― Sir David Attenborough, broadcaster and naturalist.

"In the soft glamour of the midsummer midnight sun, we were possessed by a rapturous wonder--the rare thrill of unreality." ― Douglas Mawson, explorer and geologist

Indepth Wildlife Experiences

Small ship cruising offers the opportunity to explore parts of the world that are often otherwise inaccessible. Small ship expeditions often visit wildlife-rich destinations including Antarctica, the Subantarctic Islands, the Galapagos Islands, and Madagascar, to name just a few.

Our small ship cruises follow responsible travel procedures to minimise impacts on the environments that you will visit. You'll be advised to keep at least 5 m away from all wildlife; however, you'll often find that if you sit quietly a respectful distance away, inquisitive wildlife will often come to you, making for the most memorable encounters.

The team at Wild Earth Travel have experienced and worked in many wildlife lovers' favourite destinations, so we are happy to share our knowledge and tips, including the best time of year to visit to see certain species.

 

Prices on this page are indicative rates

Final price may change due to currency fluctuations. Choose to pay in NZD, AUD, GBP, USD or EUROs. Contact us today and secure your small ship cruise.

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Antarctica - Beyond the Polar Circle - Whale Watching Cruise

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$1,677 NZD per day
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Antarctica - Emperors & Snow Hill Island - Helicopters

11 days from
$2,221 NZD per day
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Antarctica’s Whale Season Expedition

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$1,634 NZD per day
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$2,081 NZD per day
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure - 21 Days

21 days from
$1,820 NZD per day
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure - 23 Days - 2026/2027 Cruise Season

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$1,449 NZD per day
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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure - 23 Days - 2027/2028 Cruise Season

23 days from
$1,478 NZD per day
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Best of Antarctica's Whale Season - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Expedition

12 days from
$1,967 NZD per day
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Echoes of the Deep: A 13-Day Whale & Science Expedition in Antarctica

13 days from
$1,534 NZD per day
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14 days from
$2,982 NZD per day
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Expedition Antarctica - The Great Penguin Adventure

21 days from
$1,262 NZD per day
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Expedition Antarctica: Wildlife Worlds Intensive

21 days from
$1,785 NZD per day
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Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

20 days from
$2,271 NZD per day
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Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton's Emperors Small Ship Cruise

18 days from
$2,666 NZD per day
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South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari

18 days from
$2,015 NZD per day
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Spirit of Antarctica: Whale Migration 11 Day Expedition

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$2,041 NZD per day
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$3,324 NZD per day