Antarctic Peninsula
A cruise to the beautiful Antarctic Peninsula is the ideal introduction to Antarctica!
Take a cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula — the most northerly and accessible region of Antarctica. The Antarctic Peninsula stretches out, towards the tip of South America, making trips from Ushuaia one of the best ways to reach the southern continent. The towering spires of ice will take your breath away, as will the myriad icebergs, icy waterways, noisy penguin colonies, graceful seabirds, or the sight of whales breaching through polar waters. This is a land of superlatives unlike anywhere you’ve ever explored. If you’re interested in other Antarctic cruises, you may like to also check out our Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica cruises , as well as our South Pole Expeditions. Listed below, are expedition Antarctica cruises that include a visit to the Antarctic Peninsula. There are also longer cruises reaching further south past the Polar Circle, voyages to the eastern side of the Peninsula including the Weddell Sea and also Fly/Cruises available with flights across the Drake Passage, directly to Antarctica. Many expeditions to South Georgia also include the Peninsula, making for a more comprehensive expedition experience. Please get in touch if you have any questions about our Antarctica Peninsula cruises. Start planning your greatest adventure yet!
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Antarctic Whale Journey: Ocean Endeavour
February
11 days
Join us aboard the magnificent Ocean Endeavour on this 11-day Antarctic journey, as we set sail from Ushuaia in search of whales!
Polar Circle Deep South - M/V Plancius
March
14 days
An 13 night expedition aboard M/V Plancius to the southern reaches of the Antarctic Peninsula aiming to cross the Antarctic Circle
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Wild Antarctica Air-Cruise: Greg Mortimer
February-March
14 days
Delve into the Weddell Sea's ice-filled waters, with vast tabular bergs and breaching whales before the Antarctic Peninsula's west coast
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Elephant Island Weddell Sea & Polar Circle
March
15 days
An extended 14 night extended Antarctic voyage with ice-class M/V Plancius, searching for whales and penguins in the wondrous ice beyond the polar cir
Beyond the Antarctic Circle - Wilkins Ice Shelf
March
16 days
An exploratory route to the southern reaches of the Antarctic Peninsula crossing the Antarctic Circle and beyond where most Antarctic ships venture!
Antarctic Polar Circle Whale Watching
March
12 days
An extended Polar Circle Antarctic route on the Ice Class Plancius, searching for whales and penguins in the wondrous polar environment
Antarctic Small Ship Expedition: Magellan Explorer
March
11 days
A boutique 11 day cruise adventure adventure to the White Continent. Sail on the brand-new expedition ship Magellan Explorer
Antarctica Express Air-Cruise: M/V Ocean Nova
November/December/January
6 days
A 6 day air-cruise to Antarctica for those short on time or budget! Sail on the expedition ship Ocean Nova and then fly back directly from Antarctica
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Crossing the Circle: Ocean Adventurer
January & February
14-15 days
An in-depth, 14 day expedition on board the luxury M/V Sea Adventurer along the Peninsula to the Antarctic Circle
Beyond the Antarctic Circle - Wilkins Ice Shelf
March-April
16 days
An exploratory route to the southern reaches of the Peninsula crossing the Antarctic Circle and far beyond where most Antarctic ships venture!
The Antarctic Peninsula is one of the most beautiful regions of the entire continent. A 10 to 12 day cruise from Ushuaia is often known as the 'Classic Route'. Your cruise to Antarctica will reveal the most diverse mixture of wildlife. The scenery in this region is dramatic, filled with icebergs and of course, very photogenic. Animal lovers who take their holiday in the Antarctic Peninsula will be treated to a diverse list of wildlife that is especially suited to the climate. It is common to encounter several penguin species such as the Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adelie penguins. Other types of wildlife that can be spotted from an Antarctic cruise or an Antarctic Peninsula land expedition include the Weddell seal, the Antarctic shag and Snow petrels - not to mention encounters with whales.
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