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Explore the mesmerizing beauty of the Antarctic region on Adventure Life's 10-day tours to the South Shetland Islands. Join us on a cruise to sail along ice-filled fjords, cross the infamous Drake Passage, and search for penguins, seals, and whales. Set foot on the Antarctic landscape and embark on activities like kayaking, whale watching, and wildlife viewing. These expeditions offer a relaxed level of activity, perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Starting from this year to 2026, these tours provide an affordable way to experience the wonders of Antarctica without missing out on any of the action. For an unforgettable journey filled with wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes, contact one of our Trip Planners.
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Chinstrap penguin sighting
from$9,095
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
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Enjoy this classic 10-day voyage to the great white continent aboard Ocean Victory. Depart Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, to cross the infamous Drake Passage to reach Antarctica. Spend two days exploring the sub-Antarctic South Shetland islands, which abound with volcanic …
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from$6,595
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Antarctic Small Ship Expedition

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore Ushuaia's scenic wonders
  • Sail the legendary Drake Passage
  • Discover Antarctica's icy landscape
  • Spot seabirds and migrating whales
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova and cruise through the Beagle Channel toward the Antarctic wilderness. Cross the legendary Drake Passage, where expert-led lectures enrich your journey while you spot seabirds and migrating whales. As you reach Antarctica, …
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Rosy midnight sun colors over icy seas
from$8,095
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South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Antarctica Peninsula
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Depart Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, to cross the infamous Drake Passage to reach Antarctica. Spend two days exploring the sub-Antarctic South Shetland islands, which abound with volcanic landscapes, massive glaciers, towering icebergs, and abundant wildlife. Look for …
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Air Cruise Flight
from$15,995
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
  • Cruise along fjords & icebergs
  • Search for polar wildlife
  • View presentations by polar guides
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
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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, pengiun 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 …
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Gentoo penguins coming ashore at Neko Harbour, Graham Land, Antarctica
from$24,595
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Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake - Fly/Fly Expedition

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Fly over the Sothern Ocean
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fly Cruises, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Antarctic Peninsula: Fly the Drake – Fly/Fly Expedition roundtrip from Punta Arenas aboard the Douglas Mawson. Skip the unpredictable waters of the Drake Passage by flying over it in both directions, maximizing your time exploring the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula. As …
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Mirrored reflection on our kayak excursion
from$22,895
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Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • A cruise for women, by women
  • Chance to spot leopard seals
  • Cruise on a Zodiac
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fly Cruises, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an exclusive 10-day Antarctic Women’s Expedition: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. This unique adventure, designed by women, led by women, and for women, offers the chance to explore Antarctica alongside like-minded adventurers. Sailing aboard the Sylvia …
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Penguin chicks
from$29,795
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Polar Circle Air Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Round-trip Air-Cruise
  • Wildlife Encounters
  • Zodiac Excursions and Hikes
  • Enriching Experiences
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 10-day Polar Circle Air Cruise roundtrip Punta Arenas aboard the Magellan Discoverer, reach the Antarctic Polar Circle at 66° south. In Punta Arenas, Chile, you attend a briefing and enjoy a welcome dinner before flying to King George Island. Here, you board a Zodiac to reach your …
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The wildlife was so abundant it was difficult to land.
from$16,195
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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

Roundtrip Puerto Natales - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Skip the traditional Drake Passage
  • Explore into channels and coves
  • Experience activities
  • Explore Antarctica's wildlife
  • Seven days Antarctic experience
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an Antarctic adventure on this 10-day Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage Cruise roundtrip Puerto Natales aboard National Geographic Orion. This action-packed trip offers seven days of exploration on the continent, providing the most immersive Antarctic experience yet. Skip the …
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A humpback whale dives beneath the Antarctic waters
from$17,995
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an immersive 10-day Antarctic exploration aboard the World Explorer. Expedite the trip by flying directly from Punta Arenas, granting a unique aerial perspective of the vast, untouched continent. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Antarctica via vessel, traversing the legendary Drake …
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Kayaking in antarctica
from$16,195
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Cruise North Expedition Cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer, opt for the quickest route to Antarctica and witness the continent from the air, offering a distinctive preview of its vast landscape, which remains one of the last …
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
from$15,499
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Drake Express

10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Fly to King George Island
  • Visit Elephant Island
  • Explore Deception Island’s
  • Witness Gentoo penguin rookeries
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 10-day Antarctic adventure aboard World Voyager in Punta Arenas. Fly to King George Island and embark on your expedition. King George Island features a variety of research stations and abundant wildlife, including chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, and elephant, leopard, and Weddell …
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Zodiac Cruise through Antarctic waters
from$14,195
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Join Zodiac cruises
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set out on a 10-day Taste of Antarctica cruise roundtrip from Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer, where breathtaking scenery, fascinating wildlife, and icy waters await. This voyage offers an ideal introduction to one of the most remote and awe-inspiring regions on Earth. Cross the Drake Passage, …
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A majestic view from the kayak
from$16,995
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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition Cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, experience the thrill of cruising the Drake Passage upon departure from Ushuaia, complemented by the convenience of a return flight heading north. Along the way to the northernmost point of the …
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Nights in Ushuaia
from$16,795
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Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Explorer
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Presentations by polar experts
  • Cruise in a Zodiac
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on the 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition aboard World Explorer. Experience crossing the Drake Passage from Ushuaia, followed by the convenience of a return flight north. En route to the northernmost tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, travelers may encounter Minke and …
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A humpback whale dives beneath the Antarctic waters
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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Witness Antarctic wildlife
  • Fly over the Drake Passage
  • Visit research stations
  • Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
  • Witness massive icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 10-day Antarctic Express: Cruise South, Fly North Expedition Cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard World Voyager. Begin your Antarctic journey in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia, where you'll board your expedition ship. Cross the Drake Passage, watching for seabirds and whales …
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A large colony of King Penguins.
from$14,995
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Taste of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Join Zodiac cruises
  • Discover the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Witness the Antarctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Taste of Antarctica cruise roundtrip Ushuaia aboard the Douglas Mawson, where incredible landscapes, unique wildlife, and icy waters await. This trip offers a great introduction to one of the most remote and amazing places on Earth. Sail across the Drake Passage, experiencing the …
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from$12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Fly Cruises, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day inaugural cruise aboard the Magellan Discoverer, starting in Punta Arenas and exploring the natural wonders of Antarctica. Begin with a scenic cruise through the Strait of Magellan, passing Cape Froward while spotting penguins, seabirds, and other wildlife. In Patagonia, sail …
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A humpback whale lifts its fluke
from$6,700
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Antarctica - Whale Watching

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Sail across the Drake Passage
  • Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
  • Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
  • Observe humpback and minke whales
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the wonders of Antarctica on a 10-day Whale Watching cruise aboard the MV Plancius. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, embark on a thrilling journey through the Beagle Channel and across the Drake Passage. Encounter diverse marine life and seabirds as you sail towards the southernmost …
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