Top Antarctica Peninsula Trips & Tours in January 2028

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Antarctic Explorer - Fly/Sail Expedition

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Fly across the Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Witness Antarctic Peninsula glacier
• Watch whales in Antarctic waters

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Experience a 9-day Antarctic Fly/Sail expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson, flying over the Drake Passage to maximize your time exploring the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. Discover majestic granite peaks, massive glaciers, and vibrant wildlife, including penguin colonies and seals, with fewer days at sea.

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from $18,995

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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Fly to King George Island
• Spot whales and penguins
• Cross the legendary Drake
• Witness glaciers calving

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Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Small Ship Sailing

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Explore the Antarctic on this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, and witness towering glaciers, massive icebergs, and incredible wildlife, including penguins, whales, and seals.

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from $22,595

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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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from $25,995

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Meet Antarctica´s wildlife
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• View Neko Harbor´s icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Explore King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, skipping the Drake Passage on this 8-day polar experience. Zodiac cruise in search of whales, seabirds, and astounding icebergs, and enjoy daily landing excursions in the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands.

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from $12,650

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Take your Antarctic expedition to the next level! This 13-day Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp voyage aboard MV Plancius is packed full of adventures with hiking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping on the Antarctic Continent.

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from $18,995

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Classic Antarctica Air Cruise

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

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

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Embark on this 8-day Antarctica cruise by air and have an adventure with the Magellan Explorer. Fly over the Drake Passage round-trip from Punta Arenas to King George Island where you meet your ship. Cruise between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula as you search for wildlife and explore stunning landscapes.

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from $12,660

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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Embark on Zodiacs
• Visit research and whaling stations
• Look out for wildlife
• Marvel at the dynamic landscapes

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.

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from $19,670

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Skip the traditional Drake Passage
• Explore into channels and coves
• Experience activities
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

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This 9-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage, round trip from Puerto Natales aboard the National Geographic Orion, offers an efficient way to experience Antarctica. Travelers fly directly, bypassing the Drake Passage, to explore channels, coves, watch for whales, and navigate icebergs on Zodiac cruises.

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from $18,195

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Tour the Andes Mountain Range
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Experience polar plunge
• Sail close to legendary Cape Horn

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving

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Join an 11-day Antarctic cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer, sailing from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage. Experience thrilling adventures like Zodiac cruises and landings on the Antarctic mainland for an unforgettable exploration.

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from $18,195

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Spot Antarctic wildlife
• Explore ice cliffs via Zodiac

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Hiking

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Join an 11-day Antarctic expedition aboard the Sylvia Earle, experiencing the wild beauty of the continent like early explorers. Enjoy daily adventures, including guided Zodiac cruises through stunning ice formations and opportunities to explore penguin-populated landscapes.

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from $25,190

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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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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, 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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from $14,195

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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Gerlache Strait's glaciers
• Spot wildlife in Antarctica
• Explore Ushuaia's scenic landscapes
• Discover Antarctic Peninsula

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Camping

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Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Sea Spirit from Ushuaia to Antarctica, exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience wildlife encounters, thrilling activities like kayaking and ice camping, and navigate the scenic Lemaire Channel before returning across the Drake Passage.

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from $10,525

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Antarctic Wonders

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Sail through Lemaire Channel
• Spot gentoo penguin colonies
• Visit Mikkelsen Harbor wildlife

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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

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Spa Relaxation

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Experience Antarctica on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Minerva, with sea days and exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, including a sail through the Lemaire Channel. Visit Mikkelsen Harbor to spot gentoo penguins and seals, then return to Ushuaia, often called the “End of the World.”

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from $12,650

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Antarctica - Basecamp

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on the Ortelius for an adventure of a lifetime. This 13-day expedition cruise of the Antarctic Peninsula is packed full of adventures with hiking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, kayaking, photo workshops, excursions in zodiacs, and overnight camping under the Antarctic stars.

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from $21,895

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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Discover Punta Arenas
• Fly across the Drake Passage
• Spot iceberg in Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness the Antarctic wildlife

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Experience the Antarctic Peninsula on an 8-day Fly/Fly expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson, avoiding the rough Drake Passage. After a scenic flight over the Southern Ocean, quickly board your vessel to explore glaciers, penguin rookeries, and spot whales.

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from $19,695

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Antarctic Explorer: A Culinary Quest

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Savor haute cuisine in Ushuaia
• Fly across the Drake Passage
• Zodiac along Antarctic Peninsula
• Spot Antarctic wildlife

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day Antarctic expedition on the Douglas Mawson, enjoying stunning wildlife and exquisite dining amidst glaciers. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula with daily landings, and fly back to South America, avoiding the Drake Passage.

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from $15,500

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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Skip the traditional Drake Passage
• Explore into channels and coves
• Experience activities
• Explore Antarctica's wildlife

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Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales

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Variable

Explore Antarctica on this 8-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage cruise, and bypass the traditional Drake Passage with a two-hour flight. Join experts aboard the National Geographic Explorer, venturing into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Enjoy activities like whale watching, Zodiac cruising around icebergs and hiking.

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from $18,395

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Antarctic Explorer: In Partnership with New Scientist Discovery Tours

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Explore Lake Escondido
• Cross the Antarctic Convergence
• Zodiac the Antarctic Peninsula
• Study the Southern Ocean

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Photography Seminars, Snorkeling, Citizen Science

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Join a 10-day Antarctic Sail/Fly expedition on the Douglas Mawson with New Scientist Discovery Tours, featuring expert-led discussions and outdoor activities. Experience flexible itineraries for optimal wildlife encounters, from Zodiac cruises to penguin colony observations.

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