Top Antarctica Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Antarctica Complete (Christmas and New Year)

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Holiday exploring Antarctica
• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
• Wander Stanley’s British charm

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Snorkeling

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Join this 23-day cruise from Ushuaia on the Douglas Mawson, celebrating Christmas while exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and the Falklands-Malvinas. Experience wildlife-rich subantarctic islands, Zodiac cruises, and breathtaking landscapes for the ultimate polar adventure.

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from $10,075

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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Explore the South Shetland Islands
• Spot penguins, seals, and whales
• Join Zodiac excursions

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Camping, Hiking, Adventure Options, Photography Seminars, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Spa Relaxation, Citizen Science, Small Ship Sailing, Urban Exploration

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Explore the best of Antarctica on this 11-day Wildlife Explorer roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia aboard the Ocean Nova. Navigate the legendary Drake Passage, witness towering icebergs, and discover the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and close encounters with penguins, whales, and seals.

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from $10,100

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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 $15,050

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Falkland Islands - South Georgia - Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Ushuaia’s rugged beauty
• Sail Falklands’ wildlife haven
• Discover Stanley’s historic charm
• Encounter South Georgia’s penguin
• Cross Drake’s legendary passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Set out on a 19-day roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia on the MV Plancius. This journey to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula reveals a wild, breathtaking region brimming with diverse wildlife—a true paradise for nature enthusiasts.

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from $11,795

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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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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 $23,000

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King George Island to King George Island

Antarctica Bridge - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Endeavour

• Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
• Fly straight to Antarctica
• Discover King George Island
• Observe Adelie Penguins

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Santiago / Punta Arenas

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Fly in style to the last continent and indulge in Antarctic beauty on this incredible 10-day cruise. Explore stunning shorelines, marvel at vast glaciers and sculptural icebergs, and spot vibrant wildlife such as whales, seals, albatrosses, and penguins.

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from $14,683

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Highlights of Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

• Board hybrid electric-powered ship
• Enjoy whale watching in Antarctica
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Enjoy guided shore landings

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Begin your 12-day Antarctic adventure in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia to board MS Fridtjof Nansen and cross the Drake Passage. Explore Antarctica for five days with guided landings, wildlife encounters, and optional activities before returning via Ushuaia.

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from $22,900

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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

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Santiago / Puerto Williams

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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 $15,595

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore the white continent
• Observe wildlife
• Explore landscapes
• Explore Antarctica's history

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Helicopter Tours

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Cross the 7th Continent off your list on this 12-Day Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent Cruise from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia aboard Ultramarine. Conquer the famed Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, and Antarctic Peninsula; get up close and personal with penguins, whales, and other wildlife.

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from $15,050

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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

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Scuba Diving

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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 $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

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.

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from $9,600

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Antarctica - Discovery and Learning Voyage

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Cruise between icebergs & fjords
• Observe penguins, albatross & more
• Enjoy trips ashore each day
• Explore the South Shetland Islands

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Meet the Antarctic's great stars, the penguins, which number in the thousands and include a variety of curious species. This 11-day Classic Antarctic Cruise takes you to the picturesque scenery found in one of the world's most inhospitable settings. Deception Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, Paradise Bay, and Crystal Sound may be visited during your Antarctic adventures.

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from $15,495

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Trek up snowy pathways for views
• Zodiac ashore each day to explore
• Watch glacier calve into the ocean
• Explore bays & channels each day

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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This exciting Antarctic cruise crosses the famed Drake Passage, explores the wildlife-rich shores of the South Shetland Islands, and makes numerous stops along the Antarctic Peninsula. Join us on a trip of a lifetime aboard the Ocean Explorer.

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from $12,395

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New Year in Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Camping experience in Antarctica
• Enjoy feeding humpback whales
• Sail through Lemaire Channel
• Explore Gerlache Strait
• Discover nesting colonies penguins

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Spend 12 days cruising and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula on the Polar Pioneer. Celebrate New Year's Eve amidst icebergs, glaciers, penguins, and whales on the seventh continent!

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from $15,795

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Sail through Beagle Channel
• Zodiac ashore each day to explore
• Experience the Drake Passage
• Enjoy guided Zodiac excursions

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Join this 11-day Discovering the 7th Continent Antarctic Small Ship Cruise on the World Voyager. Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, sail through the Beagle Channel, explore Antarctica’s icy landscapes, witness penguins and whales, and cross the legendary Drake Passage.

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from $18,040

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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• See legendary landscapes & habitats
• Encounter iconic wildlife
• Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
• Experience the Antarctic undersea

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Buenos Aires / Antarctica Peninsula

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Variable

This 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise on the National Geographic Endurance takes you to huge tabular icebergs in pools of turquoise blue meltwater, mountains rising some 9,000 feet straight up from the sea, penguins galore, abundant marine mammals, and experiences like cruising through the spectacular Lemaire Channel.

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from $35,495

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Ross Sea Odyssey

Hobart - Dunedin - 26 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore the deep South
• Encounter subantarctic wildlife
• Traverse the Antarctic Circle
• Cruise along Victoria Land Coast

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Hobart / Dunedin

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Embark on a 26-day Ross Sea Odyssey from Hobart to Dunedin aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore remote regions, starting with yellow-eyed penguins in subantarctic forests and royal albatross in mega herb moors. Cross the Antarctic Circle, cruise pack ice, and spot emperor penguins, orcas, and snow petrels.

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from $10,380

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Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore wildlife of Antarctica
• Explore the White Continent
• Witness the beauty of Antarctica
• Explore remote locations

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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

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Variable

Join the Peninsula Odyssey cruise onboard the SH Diana for 12 days, departing and returning to Ushuaia. Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, guided by experts, and immerse in breathtaking landscapes and encounters with wildlife. Engage in thrilling adventures through engaging lectures, and Zodiac excursions, and delectable cuisine along the way.

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