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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South Shetland Islands and Antarctica
Nov - Feb
10 days
A classic 10-day voyage to the Great White Continent with incredible wildlife, stunning mountain scenery and icebergs in 10 action-packed days
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Crossing the Circle: Ultramarine
January & March
14 days
An in-depth 14 day expedition with the pioneering new vessel Ultramarine, with onboard helicopters and offering an unmatched Antarctic experience
Antarctic Express Fly the Drake: Ocean Explorer
Dec-Feb
8 days
An 8 day express Antarctic expedition on board the elegant Ocean Explorer including flights to Antarctica
Celebrating Antarctica: Seaventure
December
13 days
Explore Antarctica in peak season on board Super-Ice-Class MS Seaventure, discover the great white continent’s striking shores and endless vistas
Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
December-February
10-11 days
A 9 or 10 night Classic Antarctic route on the brand-new expedition ship M/V Hondius, the first-registered Polar Class 6 vessel in the world
Crossing the Antarctic Circle: Seaventure
January
15 days
A 15 day in-depth Antarctica cruise with crossing of the Polar Circle. Sail on board the super ice-class, Seaventure
Polar Circle Deep South: M/V Ortelius
March
14 days
An extra long Antarctica expedition cruise to the Polar Circle on the ice-class expedition ship M/V Ortelius
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Antarctica Extreme Weddell Sea: Ocean Albatros
November
12 days
Once-in-a-lifetime voyage to the seventh continent. Experience incredible wildlife, stunning mountains and gigantic icebergs in action-packed days
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Antarctica All-Access: Seaventure
November-December
13 days
Take in the best of Antarctica on board Super-Ice-Class Seaventure, with access to activities like camping and kayaking at no additional charge
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Antarctica and Weddell Sea: Ocean Victory
December
12 days
Once-in-a-lifetime voyage to the seventh continent. Experience incredible wildlife, stunning mountains and gigantic icebergs in 11 action-packed days
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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