Antarctica Drake Passage Cruises

from $18,895

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Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Sail the Drake Passage
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Sail through Beagle Channel
• Look for minke and humpback whales
• Explore South Shetland Islands
• Take the Polar Plunge

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Join this 14-day Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle cruise aboard World Voyager. Embark on an unforgettable Antarctic adventure. Explore Buenos Aires, cruise through the Beagle Channel, cross the Drake Passage, and encounter wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula and beyond.

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from $17,095

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Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Ushuaia
• Set foot to the Antarctic Peninsula
• Discover abundant wildlife
• Learn the history of the region

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Join an 18-day expedition aboard the Ocean Victory starting in Ushuaia, Argentina. Sail to the Falkland Islands (Malvinas). Explore South Georgia and its abundant wildlife. Continue south to the Antarctic Peninsula, featuring ice cliffs, glaciers, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy shore landings and Zodiac safaris guided by the expert Expedition Team. 

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from $12,095

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The Ultimate Antarctica Experience

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

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

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Join this 12-day ultimate Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia & back aboard the Ocean Albatros. Set sail from the grey waters of the Beagle Channel to the Antarctic mainland, cross the Drake Passage, & take in the wildlife-rich South Shetland Islands. Spot seals, sea lions, & whales among the icy glaciers and venture beyond the Antarctic Circle.

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from $29,305

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Seek out Antarctica’s wildlife
• Visit Torres del Paine National Pa
• Enjoy Tierra del Fuego
• Cruise pristine waters

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Santiago / Santiago

Activity Level

Variable

The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests.

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from $15,295

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Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore vibrant Ushuaia
• Sail through Beagle Channel
• Witness towering Antarctic glaciers
• Kayak in Antarctica's serene bays

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Photography Seminars, Camping

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day expedition to and from Ushuaia aboard the Sea Spirit, departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands. Encounter whales, penguins, and spectacular glaciers.

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from $26,500

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Remote Weddell Sea Explorer

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 28 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore the Weddell Sea
• Discover South Georgia's wildlife
• Explore Elephant Island
• Wildlife on Elephant Island

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 28-day Antarctic expedition roundtrip Ushuaia aboard MV Ortelius. Explore the Weddell Sea with its clear waters and massive tabular icebergs formed by the continent's floating ice sheets. Walk in the footsteps of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton, visit South Georgia with its abundance of wildlife, and ultimately reach Elephant Island.

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from $14,500

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Get a taste of Falklands history
• See four S.Georgia penguin species
• Discover the South Orkney Islands
• Set foot on the Antarctic continent

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 19-day cruise from Ushuaia to see black-browed albatrosses in the Falkland Islands, explore Port Stanley, visit South Georgia's king penguin colonies, marvel at Weddell Sea icebergs, and meet elephant seals. Experience an unforgettable adventure aboard the Ortelius!

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from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Hobart

Activities

Hiking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 31-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

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from $22,100

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Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Marvel at spectacular icebergs
• Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
• Enjoy Zodiac excursions
• Follow the history of Shackleton

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Puerto Williams

Activity Level

Variable

Visit South Georgia, the Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula, and Elephant Island on this 20-day exploration cruise. Witness diverse seabirds, whales, penguins, and marvel at the fantastic scenery of glaciers and icebergs aboard the Silver Cloud Expedition.

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from $18,900

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South Georgia and Antarctica - Round Trip Puerto Williams

Santiago to Puerto Williams - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Marvel at spectacular icebergs
• Meet Antarctica's diverse wildlife
• Enjoy Zodiac excursions
• Follow the history of Shackleton

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Puerto Williams

Activity Level

Variable

This 17-day Antarctic trip on Silver Cloud takes you to South Georgia, the Antarctic Sound, the Antarctic Peninsula, and Elephant Island, where you might encounter seabirds, whales, penguins, glaciers, and icebergs.

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from $29,891

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Join an exclusive 17-day expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Sail through the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica's wonders, cruise the Chilean fjords, and visit Torres del Paine National Park.

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from $32,870

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Visit Karukinka Natural Park

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Adventure Options, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 18-day Antarctica expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Chilean fjords, Patagonia’s landscapes, and Torres del Paine. Encounter penguins, whales, and glaciers on this epic adventure.

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from $29,174

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord

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Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Join an exclusive 18-day expedition starting in Buenos Aires. Sail through the Drake Passage, explore Antarctica's wonders, cruise the Chilean fjords, and visit Torres del Paine National Park.

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from $14,040

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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Experience adventure of Antarctica
• Visit research stations
• See incredible polar wildlife
• Hop on Zodiacs for outings

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.

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from $22,300

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Antarctica Peninsula - Round Trip Puerto Williams

20 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Wind

• Explore New Island’s wild landscape
• Tour West Point's rugged cliffs
• Discover historic Port Stanley
• Navigate the icy Antarctic Sound

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Santiago

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Silver Wind, visiting the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Elephant Island, rich in wildlife and history—Experience Antarctica’s remote wilderness for five days before returning via the Drake Passage.

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from $18,200

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Atlantic Odyssey including Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

Ushuaia - Praia - 43 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Antarctica watching whales
• Follow Wildlife Migrations
• Visit Rare Destinations
• Cross the Equator

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Praia

Activities

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.

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from $42,495

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

Dunedin - Ushuaia - 34 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Cross Antarctic waters
• Witness Ross Sea’s ice shelves
• Encounter Macquarie’s landscapes
• Explore Dunedin’s coastal charm

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Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 34-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the subantarctic islands and the Ross Sea, starting in Dunedin. Experience penguins, albatrosses, and glaciers while crossing the Antarctic Circle, concluding your adventure in Ushuaia.

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from $5,190

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Classic Antarctica

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ushuaia

• View vast penguin rookeries
• Explore the pristine wilderness
• Navigate narrow passages
• Cross the infamous Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

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This classic small ship cruise to Antarctica lets you follow in the footsteps of the early Antarctic explorers like Shackleton, Cook & Ross. Explore amazing Antarctic scenery - pristine wilderness of sea, snow, ice, mountains, and an incredible abundance of wildlife on this 10-day Antarctic cruise on the MV Ushuaia which houses only 88 passengers.

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