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!
Antarctica Small Ship Expedition: Ocean Nova
February-March
10 days
A boutique 10 day adventure cruise to Antarctica. Sail to the beautiful Antarctic Peninsula on the small expedition ship Ocean Nova
Classic Antarctica Cruise: MV Ushuaia
November - March
10 or 11 day departures
A small ship cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands aboard the M/V Ushuaia
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
Early Booking Offer*
South Shetlands and Antarctica
Nov-Jan
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
Antarctic Peninsula - Basecamp M/V Hondius
November-March
13 days
An extended 12 night Antarctic expedition with free camping, kayaking, hiking and other activities on brand-new Polar-6 ice-class ship M/V Hondius
Pay in Full* save 10%
Antarctic Explorer: Ultramarine
October-March
11 days
An 11 day expedition with the pioneering new vessel, Ultramarine discovering the 7th Continent, offering an unmatched Antarctic experience
Earlybird rates
Best of Antarctica: Ocean Endeavour
November, December - January
11 days / 9 night cruise
An shorter expedition with the impressively comfortable Ocean Endeavour discovering the 7th Continent, Antarctica
Special Travel Credit!
Classic Antarctica Air/Cruise: M/V Ocean Nova
December - February
8 days
An unique 8 day Fly/Cruise adventure to Antarctica. Fly direct to Antarctica and then sail on the 67-passenger, ice-class expedition ship Ocean Nova
Special Pricing*
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
Antarctica Crossing the Circle: Ocean Albatros
December and February
12 days
On this inspiring cruise, explore magnificent landscapes, glacial mountains, incredible wildlife before reaching 66°33′ – the Antarctic Circle
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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