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Antarctica Departures

& Pricing

Antarctic Peninsula Cruises from Ushuaia; Antarctic Circle Cruises; Fly the Drake Antarctica Cruises; Small-Ship Antarctica Expeditions.

Nanci Ott, Antarctica travel specialist and polar expedition advisor at Tinker Travel LLC.

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Upcoming Antarctica Departures​

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2026 - 2028 SEASON

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OCT

23

2026

South Atlantic Cruise: from South Africa to Antarctica
21 DAYS / 20 NIGHTS

From

$9,998

Per Person

Perfect for travellers who like peace of mind that everything is taken care of.

SH Diana

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NOV

11

2026

Antarctic Wonders
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

Drake Passage to explore the magical Antarctic Peninsula, returning to the warmth and familiarity of Ushuaia by the end of the adventure

SH Minerva

From

$8,999

Per Person

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NOV

12

2026

Antarctic Wonders
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

Antarctic Peninsula Discovery luxury cruise is a breathtaking round trip that begins and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina

SH Diana

From

$9,225

Per Person

NOV

17

2026

Antarctica Explorer
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

Perfect for first-time explorers. See

penguins, glaciers, and endless horizons.

​World Navigator

From

$10,092

Per Person

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NOV

20

2026

Falklands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula
19 DAYS / 18 NIGHTS

From

$17,998

Per Person

Your journey to this icy wilderness starts with the notorious two-day Drake Passage sea crossing.

SH Minerva

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NOV

21

2026

Antarctic Wonders
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

Ushuaia's vibrant streets and stunning landscapes set the stage for an unforgettable journey.

SH Diana

From

$9,225

Per Person

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NOV

24

2026

Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

​Embark on the Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey from the picturesque city of Ushuaia, a gateway to untamed natural beauty. 

SH Vega

From

$10,250

Per Person

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NOV

30

2026

Antarctic Wonders

roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

From Ushuaia, you sail across the Drake Passage to explore the magical Antarctic Peninsula, returning to the warmth and familiarity of Ushuaia by the end of the adventure

From

$9,225

Per Person

SH Diana

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DEC

04

2026

Antarctic Wonders

roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

​Along this awe-inspiring voyage, encounter the mesmerising landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula.

SH Vega

From

$10,125

Per Person

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DEC

09

2026

Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Begin your round trip by crossing the legendary Drake Passage, reaching the stunning Antarctic Peninsula before returning to Ushuaia.

From

$11,499

Per Person

SH Diana

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DEC

13

2026

Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

From

$10,350

Per Person

Stand in awe of free-floating icebergs, massive glaciers, and majestic ice cliffs.

SH Vega

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DEC

19

2026

Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise
Christmas in Antarctica
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

From

$11,499

Per Person

​Explore areas like Petermann Island, known for its diverse wildlife including Adélie penguins, elephant seals, and blue-eyed shags.

SH Diana

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FEB

21

2027

Antarctic Express

Fly the Drake
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Fly over the Drake Passage and experience the fastest, most direct way to Antarctica.

Ocean Explorer​

From

$18,628

Per Person

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FEB

24

2027

Cruise to the Antarctic Circle

Circle Crossing
14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS

From

$12,999

Per Person

Seal your status as a true Antarctic explorer on this exceptional voyage. 

SH Diana

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FEB

25

2027

Ushuaia Roundtrip
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

But look and listen more closely, and you will find that it is a destination teeming with life.

​World Navigator

From

$15,039

Per Person

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MAR

03

2027

Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

From

$9,255

Per Person

The journey offers unparalleled access to this rarely visited pristine wilderness teeming with incredible natural beauty.

SH Vega

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MAR

08

2027

Antarctica: In Depth
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

More time. More discovery. The ultimate

Antarctic adventure.

World Navigator

From

$10,092

Per Person

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MAR

12

2027

Cruise to the Antarctic Circle

Circle Crossing

14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS

From

$12,199

Per Person

The expedition starts by traversing the formidable Southern Ocean, and notorious Drake Passage. 

SH Vega

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NOV

10

2027

Antarctic Highlights
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

Explore the iconic highlights of the White Continent.

World Traveller

From

$10,974

Per Person

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NOV

21

2027

Ushuaia Roundtrip
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Penguins gather to nest along rocky shores as seabirds court overhead beneath endless daylight.

World Traveller

From

$11,954

Per Person

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NOV

28

2027

Drake Express
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS 

King George Island Roundtrip

Early-season penguins assemble along the coast while seabirds perform graceful courtship displays. 

From

$12,442

Per Person

World Navigator

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DEC

01

2027

Ushuaia Roundtrip

13 DAYS / 12 NIGHTS 

Crossing The Antarctic Circle

Venture beyond the Antarctic Circle to a realm of radiant ice and wildlife.

From

$12,508

Per Person

World Traveller

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DEC

09

2027

Antarctic Express

Fly the Drake
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts.

World Voyager

From

$17,035

Per Person

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DEC

22

2027

Ushuaia Roundtrip

13 DAYS / 12 NIGHTS 

Crossing The Antarctic Circle

Penguin rookeries bustle with chicks exploring their rocky homes as whales glide through crystalline waters.

From

$14,107

Per Person

World Traveller

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JAN

15

2028

Ushuaia Roundtrip

11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS 

Exploring The Last Continent

Midsummer illuminates Antarctica’s coasts, where wildlife thrives beneath endless light.

From

$12,377

Per Person

World Navigator

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JAN

25

2028

Antarctic Discovery

11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS 

Ushuaia Roundtrip

Explore the pristine abundance of Antarctica during the height of summer.

From

$11,424

Per Person

World Navigator

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FEB

03

2028

Ushuaia Roundtrip

13 DAYS / 12 NIGHTS 

Crossing The Antarctic Circle

Golden summer light glints across glaciers as penguin chicks take their first dives into the sea.

From

$15,707

Per Person

World Navigator

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FEB

12

2028

Antarctic Express

Fly the Drake
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Marvel at many of the Antarctic Peninsula highlights.

World Voyager

From

$18,635

Per Person

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FEB

15

2028

Ushuaia Roundtrip

10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS 

Crossing The Antarctic Circle

Late summer awakens new energy across Antarctica’s remote shores and hidden coves.

From

$11,424

Per Person

World Navigator

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FEB

28

2028

Antarctic Discovery

10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS 

Ushuaia Roundtrip

Antarctica’s late summer glows as wildlife gathers along ice and snow paths.

From

$10,236

Per Person

World Traveller

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FEB

29

2028

Antarctica Explorer
Discovering the 7th Continent
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

Enjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar experts.

Ocean Explorer

From

$14,131

Per Person

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MAR

03

2028

Antarctica Explorer
Discovering the 7th Continent
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic, with an optional paddling excursion.

Ocean Explorer

From

$12,028

Per Person

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MAR

08

2028

Antarctic Discovery

10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS 

Ushuaia Roundtrip

March in Antarctica brings the season’s final flourish of whales and active wildlife.

From

$9,048

Per Person

World Traveller

Snowy Icy Landscape

Not sure which itinerary is right for you?

Let's find your perfect match.

Questions? I'm here to help.

Call or email anytime for personalized

recommendations.

+1 (805) 202-4258

nanci@tinkertravel.me

All photos and videos are from my own Antarctica travels

Antarctica-like no other place on earth.

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