Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

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Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast

25 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Queenstown
• Discover Milford Sound
• Witness Balleny Islands
• Explore the Terra Nova Hut

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Queenstown / Hobart

Activities

Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on a 25-day cruise from Queenstown to Hobart aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Explore Antarctica's remote and captivating landscape, following in the footsteps of explorer Sir Douglas Mawson. Navigate wild realms and experience the unpredictability.

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from $30,497

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

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

• See Torres del Paine National Park
• Venture through wildlife reserves
• Navigate Chile's fjords
• Witness Antarctica's wildlife

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Santiago / Port of Ushuaia

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Discover near-mythic, awe-inspiring landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica on the National Geographic Resolution. Explore exotic icescapes and calving glaciers, isolated reserves, and pristine parks, as well as the remarkable wildlife that thrive in these environments.

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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

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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 $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot incredible wildlife
• Explore unique flora and fauna
• Follow the paths of explorers
• Marvel at pristine ice formations

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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On this 22-day journey aboard Le Soleal, follow in the footsteps of pioneers such as Scott, Shackleton, and Borchgrevink. From New Zealand, cruise to Antarctica through the Ross Sea, visiting sub-Antarctic islands, observing the region's spectacular wildlife, and admiring unspoiled landscapes.

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from $15,750

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Atlantic Odyssey Including Antarctic Peninsula to St. Helena

33 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Meet gentoo penguins & brown skuas
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• Visit Shackleton's grave site

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

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Explore the world´s most remote islands on this 33-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, an ice-strengthened vessel. Sail through the Antarctic Peninsula and enjoy the scenic waterway and the incredible variety of wildlife on your way to St. Helena.

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from $9,050

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Atlantic Odyssey, Excluding Antarctic Peninsula

Ushuaia - St Helena - 24 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Ushuaia's rugged landscapes
• Sail South Georgia's thriving water
• Visit Grytviken's historic ruins
• Admire St. Helena's landmarks

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

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Embark on a 24-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard MV Plancius, exploring remote islands like South Georgia, Gough, and Tristan da Cunha, home to king penguins, albatrosses, and seals. Highlights include sailing from Ushuaia, crossing the Antarctic Convergence, and visiting historic St. Helena.

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from $29,305

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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

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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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 $24,995

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Polar Circle Air Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• Attempt to cross the Polar Circle
• Cruise along fjords & icebergs
• Search for polar wildlife
• View presentations by polar guides

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

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Variable

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, penguin 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 successful voyage as conditions can change quickly.

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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

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Santiago / Hobart

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Embark on a 30-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 $12,900

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Weddell Sea – In search of the Emperor Penguin, Incl. Helicopters

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Hike on Deception Island
• Watch emperor penguins
• Take a walk on pack ice
• View seabirds in the Drake Passage

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Helicopter Tours

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The 11-day Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin cruise aboard Ortelius permits an amazing rendezvous with the magnificent Emperor Penguins near Snow Hill Island. Explore the area via helicopter and see a variety of other birds and penguins including Adelies and gentoos. Visit Deception Island and Half Moon Island where even more penguins can be viewed.

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from $31,322

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Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Buenos Aires - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Enjoy Argentina's coast
• Look for incredible wildlife
• Learn the region's maritime history
• Spot penguins in South Georgia

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits

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Variable

On this 25-day cruise aboard National Geographic Endurance, discover Argentina's eastern coast, from harbors to the UNESCO-listed Península Valdés during whale breeding season. Witness a sea of king penguins on a remote South Georgia beach and hike the Falkland Islands' shores with fur seals and the world's largest black-browed albatross colony.

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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

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Port of Ushuaia / Praia

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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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 $14,295

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Best of the Southern Ocean

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Ushuaia’s landscapes
• Sail Falkland Islands’ remote haven
• Discover South Georgia’s wildlife
• Explore Grytviken’s historic sites

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Embark on a 19-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, departing from Ushuaia to explore the Subantarctic and Antarctic regions. Experience the wildlife-rich Falkland Islands, stunning South Georgia, and unforgettable landscapes, with expert-led landings along the way.

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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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Variable

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 $30,595

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Mawson’s Antarctica

Australia - New Zealand - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Cruise through Antarctica
• Witness Adélie and emperor penguins
• Explore Commonwealth Bay
• Encounter New Zealand wildlife

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Dunedin

Activities

Adventure Options, Land & Sea Exploration, Photography Seminars

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Variable

Embark on a 24-day Antarctic expedition retracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic adventure. Experience the beauty of East Antarctica, and encounter penguins, orcas, and snow petrels. Visit Cape Denison, explore Mawson's base, then journey to Dunedin, enjoying New Zealand's subantarctic islands with albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.

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from $64,710

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Trace footsteps of explorers
• Set sail from Hobart
• Navigate through coastal ice floes
• wildlife of the Southern Ocean
• eastern side of Antarctica

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Hobart / Cape Town

Activities

Hiking, Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.

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from $16,980

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Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

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

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution and witness the stunning beauty of huge tabular icebergs surrounded by turquoise blue meltwater pools, towering mountains rising up to 9,000 feet from the sea, countless penguins, and diverse marine mammals

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from $20,606

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In-depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition

23 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Explore Santiago, Chile
• Discover the Falkland Islands
• Visit historic Grytviken site
• Join expert lectures

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Chile / Punta Arenas

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Variable

Explore Antarctica, the Falklands, and South Georgia on this 23-day MS Fram cruise. Discover diverse wildlife, and visit historic sites like Grytviken. Experience expert-led lectures, Citizen Science programs, and outdoor adventures, including kayaking and hiking.

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