Antarctica Tours in 2026

from $15,995

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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 $87,975

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South Pole Overnight and Three Glaciers Retreat

at Three Glaciers Retreat - 7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Union Glacier
• Experience Antarctica
• Visit the Amundsen-Scott Station
• Enjoy outdoor activities

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Skiing

Activity Level

Moderate

This Antarctica tour provides an exclusive opportunity to camp overnight at one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth, and walk in the footsteps of polar explorers who reached the Geographic South Pole.

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from $37,695

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands & South Georgia

23 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• See thousands of pairs of penguins
• Follow in Shackleton's footsteps
• Cross the Antarctic Circle
• Enjoy Flightseeing tours

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

From the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to South Georgia to the Antarctic Peninsula, you will have countless unforgettable moments on this adventure-packed, 23-day voyage aboard the Ultramarine. This epic Antarctica  expedition includes all of the major Antarctic highlights you can imagine, full of significant milestones for any world traveler.

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from $19,995

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Spirit of Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Hone your photography skills
• Explore the Drake Passage
• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged landscapes
• Experience Antarctica’s wonders

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 12-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia on the Sylvia Earle and explore the breathtaking Antarctic landscape. Experience adventure through Zodiac navigation, land on the continent, and enjoy unique activities under the vibrant polar skies.

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from $9,650

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• Zodiac cruise by alpine peaks
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Meet thousands of penguins and other wildlife on this 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise aboard MV Hondius. Explore remote landscapes and possible sites like Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound in one of the world’s most extreme environments.

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from $13,700

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Deep South Basecamp Experience

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Kayak Among Floating Icebergs
• Camp Beneath Polar Skies
• Visit Historic Research Stations
• Spot Penguins and Seals
• Cruise Through The Gullet

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Port of Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Hiking, Camping, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the 14-Day Antarctic Deep South Basecamp aboard Ortelius, an expedition that goes beyond the Polar Circle to the remote Marguerite Bay. Explore iconic sites like Pendleton Strait, Horseshoe Island, and Pourquoi Pas Island while enjoying kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, and camping under the Southern Polar skies amid penguins, whales, and dramatic glacial landscapes.

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from $115,501

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South Pole and Emperors at Echo Camp

Antarctica Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore remote areas of Antarctica
• Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
• See penguin colony in Atka Bay
• Visit the Geographic South Pole

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Cape Town / Cape Town

Activity Level

Moderate

Fly over tens of thousands of icebergs as you cross the Polar Circle. This 8-day South Pole and Emperors Antarctic Adventure is a thrilling exploration of the icy wonders of Antarctica. See the Emperor penguin colony in Atka Bay and visit the heart of the Great White Continent, the South Pole.

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from $115,500

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South Pole and Emperors at Whichaway Camp

Antarctica Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore remote areas of Antarctica
• Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
• See penguin colony in Atka Bay
• Visit the Geographic South Pole

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Cape Town / Cape Town

Activity Level

Moderate

Join this 8-day South Pole and Emperors Antarctic Expedition, A thrilling exploration of the icy wonders of Antarctica. See the Emperor penguin colony in Atka Bay and visit the heart of the Great White Continent, the Geographic South Pole.

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from $75,250

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Early Emperors at Whichaway Camp

6 Day Itinerary

• Explore remote areas of Antarctica
• Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
• See penguin colony in Atka Bay
• Photograph local wildlife

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Cape Town / Cape Town

Activity Level

Moderate

Cross the Polar Circle and soar over thousands of icebergs. This 6-day Early Emperor's Antarctic Expedition is a thrilling exploration of the icy wonders of Antarctica. Fly by ski plane to see the Emperor penguin colony in Atka Bay and join multiple activities at the Camp.

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from $75,250

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Early Emperors at Echo Camp

6 Day Itinerary

• Explore remote areas of Antarctica
• Stay in a remote and luxurious camp
• See penguin colony in Atka Bay
• Photograph local wildlife

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Cape Town

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore this extraordinary continent, fly over tens of thousands of icebergs, and traverse the Polar Circle. Join this exciting 6-day Early Emperor's Antarctic Expedition and discover Antarctica's icy wonders. Challenge yourself with tons of activities at the camp, take a ski plane, and see the Emperor Penguin colony in Atka Bay.

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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 $15,895

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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

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Punta Arenas / Buenos Aires

Activities

Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Antarctic on this 9-day Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North cruise from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard World Voyager. Explore the breathtaking Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where you'll encounter towering glaciers, massive icebergs, and diverse wildlife, including penguins, whales, and seals.

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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 $17,895

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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Fly over the Drake Passage
• Visit South Shetland Islands
• Zodiac cruise around Pleneau Island
• Marvel at giant icebergs

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover King George Island and the Antarctic Peninsula on this 8-day polar adventure aboard World Voyager, skipping the Drake Passage for a seamless journey. Fly directly from Punta Arenas to Antarctica, where you’ll explore the pristine landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

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from $13,880

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Roundtrip Cruise to Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Enjoy the Antarctic Peninsula
• Witness glaciers and wildlife
• Enjoy whale watching
• Take polar plunge in Southern Ocean

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Vega. Explore glaciers, icebergs, and penguin colonies. Enjoy enriching lectures, photography guidance, sea days with observation decks, and the unique landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

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from $64,595

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Emperor Penguin Overnight Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

• Explore Union Glacier
• Camp near an Emperor Penguin Colony
• Explore Antarctica
• Photograph local wildlife

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore the sights and sounds of the Gould Bay Emperor Penguin Colony along the shore of the Weddell Sea. Picture magnificent monarchs with their chicks amidst ice cliffs, pressure ridges, and icebergs. In the vast expanse of white, look for petrels and seals.

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from $24,795

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Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill

Buenos Aires - Buenos Aires - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Enjoy exclusive wildlife viewing
• Discover Antarctica's history
• Visit the emperor penguin colony
• Encounter the emperor penguins

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Elevage Buenos Aires

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 14-day cruise expedition aboard Ultramarine and sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of emperor penguins.

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from $16,995

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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

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day Antarctica trip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage to the White Continent. Explore Antarctica's landscapes and enjoy activities like kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling. Optional experiences include the polar plunge. Return via the Drake Passage, attend lectures, and reflect on your journey.

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