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Explore upclose from a zodiac the beauty of Antarctica on every voyage!

Cruise to Antarctica in safety and style aboard our complete selection of Antarctica small ships.  Most travelers select their Antarctica cruise by first choosing their itinerary, then choosing their vessel. 

11-15 day Antarctic cruises include the Antarctic Peninsula, 20-25 day Antarctic cruises include South Georgia and Falkland Islands while 25+ day Antarctic cruises explore the earth's farthest reaches. 

Small ships from 48-122 passengers fall into two categories: larger well appointed expedition ships or smaller and simpler research vessels.  All cruises combine wildlife viewing, guided shore landings, visits to scientific bases, on board lectures, breathtaking glaciers and icebergs.

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antarctica cruises

Classic Antarctica - Antarctic Adventure

Cruise the Antarctic Peninsula in style aboard a large selection of premiere Expedition Ships. These vessels offer comfortable accommodations with excellent service. Antarctica cruises combine wildlife viewing, shore landings, visits to scientific bases, breathtaking waterways, glaciers and icebergs. Kayaking, skiing, camping and mountaineering are available aboard select cruises. Overnight in Ushuaia is included.


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Small Ship
12 days

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$3400

Antarctic Peninsula

Cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula aboard smaller, more intimate research vessels. Converted research ships, carrying only 49 passengers, allow for up close exploration and are able to spend more time ashore with expedition leaders. These Antarctica cruises encompass all the highlights you dream of: penguins, icebergs, seals, seabirds and more! Kayaking and scuba are available aboard select Antarctic cruises.


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Small Ship
11 days

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$4890

National Geographic The White Continent

Simply put the National Geographic Endeavour has the finest naturalist program of all Antarctic Cruises. The cruise features a fleet of eight Zodiac landing craft, sea kayaks, ROV (remote operated video) and underwater cameras and 10 extremely knowledgeable naturalists and expedition crew. Cruise the Antarctic Peninsula with overnights in Santiago, Chile.


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Small Ship
15 days

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$10760



Antarctic Dream

The Antarctic Dream is the newest vessel cruising polar waters and has some of the nicest amenities of any small ship in Antarctica. This cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula is perfect for travelers looking to visit Antarctica up close and in style. Each Antarctic cruise incorporates as much wildlife viewing as possible, with visits to scientific bases, through breathtaking waterways, glaciers, icebergs and rugged mountains.


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Small Ship
11 days

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$6450

Antarctic Peninsula Trekking Voyage

The trekking voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula is perfect for active travelers seeking to explore on foot in the company of expert expedition leaders. This unique Antarctica cruise itinerary ventures off the beaten path to Brown Bluff, Paulet Island, the Weddell Sea, Snow Hill Island, Devil’s Island and Deception Island. Daily walks from 2-6 hours discover the flora and fauna of this dynamic landscape up close.


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Small Ship
10 days

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$4390

Crossing the Antarctic Circle

Very few people have crossed the Antarctic Circle to reach the extreme latitude at the bottom of the world. Only the most adventurous travelers include this Circle on their life list of goals. Journey far south beyond the Antarctic Peninsula, become immersed in a world of icebergs, seals, penguins and more.


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Small Ship
15 days

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$6100

Cruise West Antarctica

This 20-day Antarctica cruise itinerary gives you time to fully explore this region, from the Falkland Islands to the Antarctic Peninsula. Cruise West's immersive style of cruising and onboard enrichment programs ensure that you’ll visit the most interesting places and get answers to the dozens of questions that will be on your lips each time a new wonder comes into sight.


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Small Ship
19 days

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$13899

Explorers Cruise - Antarctic Quest

Experience the ultimate Polar voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and Falkland Islands. A selection of expedition ships and research vessels cruise the Weddell Sea to reach Antarctica and en route view the most abundant concentrations of wildlife on the planet on South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Visit scientific bases and abandoned huts of famous explorers


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Small Ship
20 days

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$8700

National Geographic Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands

South Georgia is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and inspiring places on earth and has more wildlife than virtually anywhere on the planet. Also visit the historical Falklands, the Antarctic Peninsula and science stations. Witness abundant wildlife, ice-choked waterways, impressive glaciers and snow-capped mountains in one of the last true wilderness areas on earth.


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Small Ship
25 days

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$18540



Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

Cruise aboard smaller research vessels as you follow in the footsteps of the great explorers to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. Pass through the Weddell Sea into the Antarctic Peninsula through spectacular channels and bays of icebergs, seals, penguins and more.


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Small Ship
19 days

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$11190

Emperor Penguins: Snow Hill Island

Visit the wildlife spectacle of an Emperor Penguin colony on Snow Hill Island. Ornithologists accompany intrepid travelers on daily walks among the Emperor Penguins. This Antarctica cruise also features the White Continent and South Shetland Islands.


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Small Ship
14 days

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$11500

Antarctica Air Cruise

Introducing the first Antarctic flight and adventure cruising combination. Experience an antarctic cruise in only seven days without crossing Drakes Passage. In less than 2 hours of flying from Punta Arenas to King George Island, you will be cruising Antarctica, the white continent.


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Small Ship
7 days

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$6890
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 Cruise Name/HighlightsActivities
Trip Level
Family
Trips
Accommodation
Types
DaysTrip Dates
Price
Ushuaia
Drake Passage
Antarctic Peninsula
Bird Watching
Conservation
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
and more...
easy
yes
Small Ship
12
Nov 10-Nov 21,2009
Nov 20-Dec 01,2009
Nov 20-Dec 01,2009
Nov 30-Dec 11,2009
Nov 30-Dec 11,2009
and more...
from $3400
Antarctica
Drake Passage
Penguins, seals
zodiac excursions
Bird Watching
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
easy
no
Small Ship
11
Jan 26-Feb 05,2010
Feb 02-Feb 12,2010
Feb 14-Feb 24,2010
Feb 23-Mar 05,2010
Feb 24-Mar 06,2010
Mar 05-Mar 15,2010
from $4890
Antarctic Peninsula
Elephant Island
Drake Passage
National Geographic Endeavour
Bird Watching
Conservation
Kayaking / Canoeing
Natural History
Photography
and more...
easy
no
Small Ship
15
Nov 04-Nov 18,2009
Dec 16-Dec 30,2009
Dec 27-Jan 10,2010
Jan 07-Jan 21,2010
Jan 18-Feb 01,2010
Jan 29-Feb 12,2010
from $10760
Antarctica
Cape Horn
Shetland Islands
Ushuaia
Bird Watching
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
easy
yes
Small Ship
11
Nov 07-Nov 17,2009
Nov 17-Nov 27,2009
Nov 27-Dec 07,2009
Dec 07-Dec 17,2009
Dec 18-Dec 28,2009
and more...
from $6450
Antarctic Peninsula
Drake Passage
Hiking and Zodiac
Weddell Sea
Deception Island
and more...
Bird Watching
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
moderate
no
Small Ship
10
Mar 23-Apr 02,2010
from $4390
Antarctica
Drake Passage
Antarctic Circle
Zodiac landings
Bird Watching
Natural History
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
easy
no
Small Ship
15
Dec 29-Jan 12,2010
Jan 06-Jan 20,2010
Jan 09-Jan 23,2010
Feb 09-Feb 23,2010
Feb 16-Mar 02,2010
and more...
from $6100
Ushuaia
Falklands
South Georgia
Antarctic Peninsula
Drake Passage
and more...
Bird Watching
Conservation
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
easy
no
Small Ship
19
May 28-May 28,2010
from $13899
Antarctica
Ushuaia
South Georgia
Falkland Islands
Adventure Options
and more...
Conservation
Kayaking / Canoeing
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
easy
yes
Small Ship
20
Nov 02-Nov 21,2009
Nov 03-Nov 22,2009
Nov 21-Dec 10,2009
Dec 01-Dec 20,2009
Dec 01-Dec 20,2009
and more...
from $8700
Antarctic Peninsula
Falkland Islands
South Georgia
South Orkney Is.
Bird Watching
Conservation
Hiking
Kayaking / Canoeing
Natural History
and more...
moderate
no
Small Ship
25
Nov 15-Dec 10,2009
Feb 09-Mar 06,2010
from $18540
Antarctica
Falklands
South Georgia
Southern Ocean
South Orkney Islands
and more...
Bird Watching
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
easy
no
Small Ship
19
Nov 02-Nov 21,2009
Nov 21-Dec 09,2009
Nov 30-Dec 19,2009
Dec 19-Jan 06,2010
Dec 21-Jan 08,2010
and more...
from $11190
Antarctica
Emperor Penguins
Snow Hill Island
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
easy
no
Small Ship
14
Oct 22-Nov 04,2009
Nov 03-Nov 16,2009
from $11500
Antarctica
Drake Passage
Penguins, seals
zodiac excursions
Bird Watching
Natural History
Photography
Small Ship Cruising
Wildlife Viewing
and more...
easy
no
Small Ship
7
Nov 25-Nov 01,2009
Nov 30-Dec 06,2009
Dec 05-Dec 11,2009
Dec 10-Dec 16,2009
Dec 15-Dec 21,2009
and more...
from $6890
 Cruise Name/HighlightsActivitiesTrip LevelFamily
Trips
Accommodation
Types
DaysTrip DatesPrice