The Peninsula offers dramatic scenery and the greatest variety of wildlife in Antarctica. This adventurous voyage also offers an unequalled introduction to the stunning scenery of the Great White Continent.
During the austral summer, large areas of the Peninsula are ice-free making exploration possible and affording truly amazing photographic opportunities such as curious penguins, seals hauled out on ice floes and intricate ice sculptures.
With routes dictated by sea, ice and weather conditions, no two voyages are the same – adding a real sense of adventure to your expedition.
Offering the classic Antarctic experience, this voyage is both affordable and well-paced making it our most popular choice for first-time Polar travellers.
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Enjoy shore landings and Zodiac cruises past glistening icebergs
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Spot adelie, gentoo and chinstrap penguins
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Encounter a wealth of wildlife including seals, seabirds and whales
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Marvel at towering mountains and exquisite blue-hued icebergs
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Cross the fabled Drake Passage en route from Ushuaia, Argentina
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Choose from a range of adventure options
Itinerary
All voyage itineraries are intended as a guideline only – embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy of expedition travel. Actual routes and landings will be dependent on weather, sea and ice conditions. A degree of flexibility is essential in the polar regions!
The below sample itinerary is based on the 11-day voyage on the G Expedition. Other departures may vary in duration and routing, i.e. alternative embarkation or disembarkation ports, or do not include the pre-voyage hotel night. Please contact us for specific details.
With a population of more than 63,000, Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world. Although the city has grown during the past few years, it retains an easygoing and accessible feel. Surrounded by the sea to the south and the mountains to the north, Ushuaia is a spectacular departure point for your Antarctic cruise. Overnight at a hotel in Ushuaia.
After embarkation in the late afternoon, you will cruise down the historic Beagle Channel towards open sea. Stay on deck to keep watch for seabirds, penguins and rainbows.
Prepare for rough water, but do not be disappointed if your crossing is smooth sailing. The Drake is always changing and provides excellent opportunities for spotting seabirds, including many species of albatross and petrels.
Explore the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula. Many factors play a role in shaping the expedition’s itinerary, including sea, ice and weather conditions, but the plan is to take Zodiac excursions from the ship at least twice a day. You will have the opportunity to explore local bays, channels and landing sites. Visit penguin rookeries, scout for humpback and minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species, including the cunning leopard seal.
Perhaps you’ll feel salt spray on your face as the Zodiac weaves in and around grounded icebergs in Pleneau Bay. You could scramble to the top of a craggy ridge on Danco Island or visit the remote British post office at Port Lockroy. Listen to the boom of a calving glacier in Neko Harbour or sit quietly on a pebble beach as penguin chicks squabble around you. If you’re feeling brave, take to the icy waters for a memorable Polar plunge!
Each day will be different, with your Expedition Team on hand throughout to entertain and educate you about this fascinating part of the world.
The journey back across the Drake Passage provides final opportunities to enjoy the crisp Antarctic air. Spend time on the deck, watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, or simply relax and reminisce about your experiences.
Arrive back in Ushuaia this morning and disembark, ready for your onward adventure.
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Prices
What's Included
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Shipboard accommodation
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All breakfasts, lunches & dinners on board
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Tea & coffee available around the clock
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All Zodiac transfers, cruising & shore landings
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Presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers
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Loan of rubber boots during voyage
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All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £6680 Excluding Flights
8-14 Nights
Jan-Mar & Oct-Dec
The inclusions for this cruise are dependent on the vessel chosen – those shown are applicable to all. Please contact us for full details and to discuss the options best for you.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.

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2025 departure & price guide
Prices are per person, based on a twin cabin. They do not reflect any applicable special offers or discounts. Single, triple and quad cabins are also available. Please get in touch for a tailored quote based on the best available price for your preferred voyage and cabin type.
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G Expedition
Standard expedition ship - 134 passengers
Departures: Nov-Jan, Mar11-13 daysFrom £7,799Plan Your Trip -
Greg Mortimer
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 130 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb12-15 daysFrom £10,556Plan Your Trip -
M/V Hondius
Standard expedition ship - 174 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb11 daysFrom £8,091Plan Your Trip -
M/V Ortelius
Simple expedition ship - 116 passengers
Departures: Nov-Jan11 daysFrom £8,091Plan Your Trip -
M/V Plancius
Simple expedition ship - 116 passengers
Departures: Jan-Feb11 daysFrom £8,955Plan Your Trip -
Ocean Albatros
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 189 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb9-13 daysFrom £7,676Plan Your Trip -
Ocean Endeavour
Superior expedition ship - 200 passengers
Departures: Jan-Mar11 - 23 daysFrom £6,680Plan Your Trip -
Ocean Nova
Standard expedition ship - 80 passengers
Departures: Feb-Mar11 daysFrom £6,995Plan Your Trip -
Ocean Explorer
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 138 passengers
Departures: Nov-Dec11 daysFrom £11,595Plan Your Trip -
Ocean Victory
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 185 passengers
Departures: Nov, Jan-Feb9-12 daysFrom £8,236Plan Your Trip -
Seaventure
Standard expedition ship - 139 passengers
Departures: Nov-Mar12-13 daysFrom £7,916Plan Your Trip -
Sea Spirit
Superior, all-suite expedition ship - 114 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb12 daysFrom £11,695Plan Your Trip -
Sylvia Earle
Superior expedition ship with X-BOW® - 130 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb12-13 daysFrom £11,916Plan Your Trip -
Ultramarine
Superior expedition ship - 199 passengers
Departures: Nov-Feb12 daysFrom £15,400Plan Your Trip -
World Explorer
Superior expedition ship - 176 passengers
Departures: Nov-Mar11 daysFrom £11,800Plan Your Trip
Optional experiences
We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
Experts with real experience
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Christmas days spent abroad
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Countries visited
5
Continents visited
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3
Successful whale watching trip
3
Northern light sightings
2
Glacier hikes
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4
Arctic cruises
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Antarctica cruises
20
Species of whales & dolphins seen
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2
Polar plunges
7
Continents set foot in
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Canada provinces visited
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7500
Miles covered by train
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US states visited
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Kangaroo punched by
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39
Countries visited
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Rail journey on the Ghan
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Fiordland penguins encountered
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10
Visits to Iceland
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Favourite Canadian lakes
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Successful whale watching trips
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6
Continents visited
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Great Barrier Reef scuba dives
82
Countries visited
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13
Polar bears seen
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Countries visited
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Blue whale encounters
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