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Join us on one of these 10 South Shetland Islands active adventure tours in 2025. Customize your South Shetland Islands adventure with visits to Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica Peninsula, Lemaire Channel, and King George Island and combine the perfect mix of whale watching, active, cruises, kayaking, and wildlife & safari exploration to accommodate any fitness and skill level. Contact one of our South Shetland Islands adventure travel planners for help planning your next trip.
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Winter Island Zodiac cruise with Aurora Expeditions
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
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Take a 15-day trip to Antarctica, roundtrip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore Antarctica’s natural beauty and join activities on the Antarctic Peninsula, including paddling, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional activities like the polar plunge …
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Antarctica Active (All Inclusive Activities)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore Antarctic wildlife
  • Enjoy included activities
  • Attend lectures
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take a 14-day trip to Antarctica, departing from Ushuaia and crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore the landscapes of Antarctica and participate in activities on the Antarctic Peninsula such as kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional activities, like the polar …
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Mirror-like waters in Paradise Bay
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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
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 10-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard Ocean Explorer. Begin in Punta Arenas and explore historic sites and museums. Take a chartered flight to Antarctica, crossing the Drake Passage in just a few hours. Land on King George Island …
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Emperor penguin chick in Antarctica
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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Punta Arenas - Buenos Aires - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Fly to King George Island
  • Spot whales and penguins
  • Cross the legendary Drake
  • Experience thrilling Zodiac rides
  • Cruise the Antarctic Peninsula
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the magic of Antarctica on this 10-day Antarctic Express expedition aboard World Voyager, seamlessly combining air and sea travel. Begin in Punta Arenas, Chile, before boarding a charter flight to King George Island, skipping the long Drake Passage crossing. Witness breathtaking aerial …
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Kayaking glassy waters around incredible icebergs
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Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Sail the Beagle Channel
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Take helicopter over Antarctica
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Small Ship Sailing, Spa Relaxation, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 14-day Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle and the Peninsula cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the legendary Drake Passage, where you'll witness breathtaking wildlife. Explore the South Shetland Islands …
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A group of penguins in the Falkland Islands
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Epic Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
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Join this 19-day cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, starting in Ushuaia, and venturing through the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Discover the British heritage of Port Stanley and witness diverse wildlife in remote outer islands like West Point and Carcass.

Proceed to South Georgia, a …
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
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The Antarctic Peninsula and Extreme Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
  • Set foot on the Antarctic continent
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Camping, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 12-day Antarctic Peninsula and Extreme Weddell Sea cruise aboard Ocean Albatros roundtrip Ushuaia. Begin by exploring Patagonia or Tierra del Fuego, immersing yourself in the region's rugged beauty. Upon boarding, traverse the Beagle Channel and brave the legendary Drake Passage, …
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Mirror-like waters in Paradise Bay
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Quest for the Circle

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Look for spectacular wildlife
  • Cross the infamous Drake Passage
  • Discover Gerlache Strait's beauty
  • Explore the South Shetland Islands
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
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Join this 12-Day Quest for the Circle cruise Ushuaia roundtrip aboard Ocean Albatros. Sail through the legendary Drake Passage to explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula. Navigate the icy waters, and brace yourself for encounters with diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Experience the …
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Midnight sun over the flat-topped icebergs of the Weddell Sea
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Falklands (Malvinas), South Georgia & Antarctica

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Cruise Strait of Magellan
  • Visit Saunders Island
  • Hike Carcass Island
  • Zodiac cruise on Prion Island
Starts / Ends:
Punta Arenas / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 20-day cruise to the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard the Magellan Explorer. Visit Saunders and Carcass Islands, where you can see nesting albatross, and rockhopper penguins, and experience a traditional Falklands tea. Stroll through …
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Minke whale swimming in the ocean
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Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Engage with leading scientists
  • Learn from polar experts
  • Observe whales and penguins
  • Cross the Drake Passage
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals cruise Buenos Aires roundtrip aboard the World Voyager. Navigate through the Beagle Channel before crossing the legendary Drake Passage, where rich marine ecosystems attract whales, seals, and seabirds. Explore the …
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