Antarctica Cruises Restart!

By Stewart_Campbell / 06 October 2021

Antarctica Cruises Restart!

News from October 2021: With restrictions easing and Argentina border opening, the Antarctic cruise industry is set to start up again after 21 months of shutdown.

Antarctica Cruises are Back!!

After a long and extremely difficult hiatus during the worldwide pandemic, we are thrilled to let everyone know that expedition cruises are soon returning to the polar waters. We know you all have longed for this moment!  Worldwide vaccination rates are rising fast, infections falling and restrictions easing. Finally, after 21 months, Argentina's borders are to open from November - with no quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers! Chilean borders will also open, however currently still with a 5 day quarantine (which we hope will be removed soon). We can once again travel to Antarctica!

This fantastic news could not come soon enough, as all travel companies have suffered enormously during the restrictions. With just two months before the start of the Antarctic season, there will be limited ships to start off with, however there are still plenty of options if you are simply itching to fix your polar travel bug!  Needless to say, all ships will feature the highest levels of hygiene protocols and onboard testing to comply with government regulations. Some trips will also offer flight 'travel bubbles' from Buenos Aires. The most important requirement of all - which will be applicable for some time with all international travel - is that cruises are open to Vaccinated Passengers Only

Following is a small sample of some special polar expeditions available to book right now. We know that not everyone is able to start travelling again quite yet, there are some countries that will take slightly longer to come out of restrictions. However patience is a virtue we have all learnt well during the last 18+ months and the important thing to know is that soon this terrible pandemic will be behind us.

Welcome back to the polar regions! Following are some special Antarctica cruises you are able to book right now!

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Highlights of the Antarctic Spring: Ocean Victory

A shorter, 10-day voyage to the Great White Continent with incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery and icebergs in 9 action-packed days

FROM 9006.00
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Antarctica Classic - M/S Expedition

This 11-day itinerary with the M/S Expedition will introduce you to the magic of the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula

FROM 9399.00
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Antarctica by Helicopter: Ultramarine

A 12 day expedition with new Ultramarine to the jewels of the Antarctic: South Georgia and the Peninsula

FROM 12820.73
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Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake

An 8 day express Antarctic expedition including convenient flights to Antarctica to join a modern and luxurious expedition vessel

FROM 16411.73
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Antarctica Crossing the Circle: Ocean Victory

On this inspiring cruise, explore magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, incredible wildlife before reaching 66°33′ – the Antarctic Circle

FROM 14361.00
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Epic Antarctic Circle, South Georgia & Falklands

A 23 day Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica cruise on board the luxury Ultramarine - including a crossing of the Antarctic Circle

FROM 37957.73
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Polar Circle Air/Cruise: Magellan Discoverer

Fly to Antarctica and sail beyond the Antarctic Circle aboard a boutique expedition ship, exploring glaciers, wildlife and remote polar landscapes

FROM 34995.00
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Antarctica, South Georgia and Falklands

On this extraordinary 19-day voyage, follow in the wake of Shackleton to Antarctica before heading via Antarctic Sound to South Georgia and Falklands

FROM 22776.00
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