Antarctica Small Ship Cruises

from $10,900

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South Georgia Explorer

Ushuaia-Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Discover exotic wildlife
• See Shackleton’s grave in Grytviken
• Explore Tierra del Fuego

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Ushuaia / Ushuaia

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An exciting new 15-day South Georgia expedition cruise on the MV Plancius takes you to breathtaking landscapes and some of the world's most fascinating wildlife. Don't miss the opportunity to see the world's largest colonies of penguins and elephant seals during breeding season.

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from $29,305

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

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Seek out Antarctica’s wildlife
• Visit Torres del Paine National Pa
• Enjoy Tierra del Fuego
• Cruise pristine waters

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Santiago / Santiago

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Variable

The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests.

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from $58,990

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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

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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 $32,870

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

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

• Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
• Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
• See Antarctic's Wildlife
• Cross the legendary Drake Passage
• Visit Karukinka Natural Park

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Port of Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Adventure Options, Kayaking

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Join this 18-day Antarctica expedition starting in Santiago aboard National Geographic Resolution. Explore Chilean fjords, Patagonia’s landscapes, and Torres del Paine. Encounter penguins, whales, and glaciers on this epic adventure.

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from $29,757

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
• Marvel at magnificent icebergs
• Hike Torres del Paine National Park
• Explore Francisco Coloane Marine

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Buenos Aires / Chile

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Village Visits

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Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 

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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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Variable

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 $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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Variable

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 subantarctic 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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Variable

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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Variable

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 $29,891

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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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Variable

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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Hiking, Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Embark on a 31-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

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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

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

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Variable

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

Hobart - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Hobart’s waterfront
• Spot wildlife on Macquarie Island
• Marvel at East Antarctica ice cliff
• Visit New Zealand subantarctic

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Dunedin

Activities

Photography Seminars, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Join this 24-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, tracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic journey through Antarctica's breathtaking scenery. Encounter diverse wildlife, penguins, and albatrosses while exploring remote landscapes and discovering Mawson's legendary base.

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