Antarctica Adventure Cruises
Icebergs the size of cities, penguins by the hundred thousand, whales alongside the ship — Antarctica is the ultimate expedition cruise, and we’ll match the right ship and voyage to you.
An Antarctica cruise is a true expedition — small ships cross the Drake Passage from Ushuaia and spend days among the icebergs, glaciers and wildlife of the Antarctic Peninsula, going ashore by zodiac to stand among gentoo and chinstrap penguins. Longer voyages add South Georgia — the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth, with king-penguin colonies and elephant seals — and the Falkland Islands. A few “fly-cruise” itineraries skip the Drake by flying to King George Island. The season is short — November to March — and ships are small, carrying from under 100 to around 500 guests, with naturalists, zodiacs and often kayaks and camping. We match the ship, itinerary, cabin and season to you — and send up to five free quotes.
Why cruise Antarctica?
The last great wilderness
Vast icebergs, glaciers and mountains, and a silence you’ll never forget — the seventh continent, reached only by expedition ship.
Astonishing wildlife
Gentoo, chinstrap and Adélie penguins, seals, and humpback, minke and orca whales — often just yards from the zodiac.
Zodiac landings & activities
Daily shore landings and zodiac cruises among the ice, plus optional kayaking, camping and polar plunges with expert guides.
Add South Georgia
Longer voyages include South Georgia’s king-penguin megacolonies and the Falklands — the richest wildlife on the planet.
Peninsula, South Georgia or fly-cruise?
The classic Antarctic Peninsula voyage runs 10–12 days round-trip from Ushuaia, crossing the Drake Passage each way for 4–6 days among the ice and wildlife. The grander South Georgia & Falklands voyages run 18–23 days and deliver the greatest wildlife of all. Fly-cruise itineraries fly over the Drake to and from King George Island, saving days and rough seas at a higher price.
Timing matters: November brings pristine snow and courting penguins; December–January have the longest days and hatching chicks; February–March are best for whales and fur-seal pups. Tell us your dates, appetite for the Drake and wildlife priorities, and we’ll match the voyage.
Antarctica cruising in pictures
Ready to plan your Antarctica cruise?
Tell us your dates, whether you’d like South Georgia and how you feel about the Drake Passage, and we’ll match the expedition ship and voyage — with up to five free, no-obligation quotes.
Get up to 5 free Antarctica cruise quotesFrequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to cruise Antarctica?
The season runs late October to March. November has pristine snow and courtship; December–January bring the longest daylight and penguin chicks; February–March are best for whales and fur-seal pups. We’ll match the timing to what you most want to see.
Do I have to cross the Drake Passage?
On classic voyages from Ushuaia, yes — the Drake takes about two days each way and can be rough or calm. If you’d rather skip it, fly-cruise itineraries fly over the Drake to King George Island; they cost more but save time and seasickness.
How big are the ships and how many landings will I get?
Expedition ships range from under 100 to about 500 guests. Only 100 passengers may be ashore at a site at once (IAATO rules), so smaller ships mean more landing time. Most Peninsula voyages aim for one to two landings or zodiac cruises a day, weather permitting.
What about South Georgia and the Falklands?
They’re on longer 18–23 day voyages and offer the trip’s greatest wildlife — king-penguin megacolonies, elephant seals and albatross. If wildlife is your priority, they’re worth the extra days; we’ll help you decide.
How do I get a quote?
Tell us your dates, voyage length and wildlife priorities, and request up to five free, no-obligation quotes.
