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Experience the wonders of the Antarctic Polar Circle with Adventure Life's array of 40 unique cruises for 2026. Join us on a cruise journey through the pristine icy landscapes, where you can witness incredible wildlife, towering icebergs, and stunning glaciers. From thrilling whale-watching opportunities to peaceful kayaking adventures among the ice floes, each day offers a new and awe-inspiring experience. Engage in wildlife viewing, hiking excursions, and even camping on the ice for a truly unforgettable adventure in one of the most remote and untouched regions on Earth. With prices starting at $9,390 to $94,695, begin your expedition to the Antarctic Polar Circle today and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Tour Punta Arenas' historic routes
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Spot Antarctic wildlife
  • Sail close to legendary Cape Horn
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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 12-day expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66°33' South to explore remote ice-filled regions rarely seen by travelers. Witness stunning landscapes, including towering icebergs, while observing whales and penguin colonies during thrilling daily outings.
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $30,195
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Across the Antarctic Circle: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over Southern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Photography Seminars, Snorkeling
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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage for deeper exploration below the Antarctic Circle. Experience stunning icebergs, unique wildlife, and the isolation of the deep south through daily Zodiac cruises.
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Adelie penguins, Antarctica
from $27,295
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Antarctic Feast: Circle in Depth

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Enjoy a special Christmas feast
  • Explore the Andes Mountain Range
  • Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
  • Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 15-day Antarctic cruise on the Douglas Mawson, venturing beyond standard routes to cross the Antarctic Circle and witness stunning landscapes and unique wildlife. Experience festive celebrations aboard while enjoying daily excursions via Zodiacs to see penguins, seals, and magnificent ice formations.
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An ocean of icebergs.
from $9,390
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Polar Circle Quest

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia
  • Discover the Antarctic peninsula
  • Spot varied wildlife
  • Enjoy a full program of lectures
  • Explore south for the Polar Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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This 12-day small ship cruise to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia sails to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands from Ushuaia, Argentina. Conditions permitting, navigate some of the most beautiful waterways on the planet: the Gerlache Strait, Errera Channel, Neumayer Channel, and the extremely narrow Lemaire Channel.
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from $22,095
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Board the Polar Pioneer for a 13-day Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly Expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Sylvia Earle to the Antarctic Peninsula and the Antarctic Circle. Take a flight over the Drake Passage to maximize your time for exploration on the remarkable White Continent.
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from $11,000
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Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore wildlife
  • Discover South Shetland Islands
  • Witness humpback and minke whales
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join the Ortelius on a 13-day Polar Circle cruise from Ushuaia to the deep south of Antarctica. See glaciers, ice-filled channels, and wildlife such as Gentoo and Adélie penguins, skuas, leopard seals, and whales, with a chance to witness the Southern Lights.
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Air Cruise Flight
from $24,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Hiking
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Bypass the Drake Passage by flying directly to the South Shetland Islands. Exit the airplane to a world unlike any other on earth; ice-filled fjords, penguin rookeries, and great expanses of ice await. Sail as far south as possible in an attempt to reach the Polar Circle. Flexibility is key to a successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.
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A dramatic panorama of snow, glaciers, and icebergs at Portal Point.
from $28,295
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Southern Antarctic Realms: Antarctic Circle & Weddell Sea

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • View Weddell Sea Adelie colonies
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
  • Marvel at Lake Escondido
  • Spot albatrosses in Drake Passage
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Join a 17-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, crossing the Antarctic Circle and exploring the remote Weddell Sea. Experience stunning icebergs, wildlife like Adelie penguins, and the legendary history of polar explorers in an awe-inspiring, remote landscape.
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Zodiac tour through the icebergs.
from $22,995
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Across the Antarctic Circle - Sail/Fly

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Explore wildlife
  • Zodiac cruises
  • Explore the unexplored
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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
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Join a 12-day Sail/Fly expedition from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on the Greg Mortimer, venturing below the Antarctic Circle to witness stunning icebergs and wildlife. Experience a unique atmosphere as you explore remote landscapes at 66°33'S.
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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Santiago Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Cruise Beagle Channel
  • Drake Passage crossing
  • Kayaking near icebergs
  • Explore Santiago, Chile
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking
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Travel from Santiago to Ushuaia and sail aboard National Geographic Resolution on a 16-day Antarctica expedition. Cross the Drake Passage, explore the Antarctic Circle, kayak near icebergs, cruise by Zodiac, and walk among penguins. Navigate pack ice, spot whales, and experience remote polar landscapes with expert guides.
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See the beautiful wildlife in Antarctica.
from $13,140
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Polar Circle Quest

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard RMS St. Helena
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Visit penguin colonies in Gentoo
  • Kayak in Lemaire Channel
  • Visit Antarctic Circle
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Camping
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During this 12-day Polar Circle Quest cruise to Antarctica aboard RMS St. Helena, sail from Ushuaia toward Antarctica’s wild frontier. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and explore the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
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Leopard Seal
from $10,950
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Antarctica & the Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery Voyage

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage
  • Visit Deception Island
  • Zodiac cruise in Paradise Bay
  • Sail through the Lemaire Channel
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Ushuaia / Ushuaia
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Scuba Diving
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Embark on a 13-day Antarctica & the Polar Circle adventure aboard MV Plancius. Explore penguin colonies, humpback whales, icy landscapes, and iconic sites like Neko Harbour, Deception Island, and the Lemaire Channel on this unforgettable polar journey.
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