Antarctica Tours & Travel

Antarctica Tours & Cruises

Antarctica travel reveals the dramatic extremes of a frozen continent. It holds the title of coldest, driest, windiest, and highest elevation on earth. A number of ships ply the Antarctic waters, from Russian icebreakers to expedition cruise ships with strengthened hulls. An Antarctica cruise departs from Ushuaia, though itineraries vary. Depending on your trip-length, spend time visiting the Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands and the mountainous South Georgia. Zodiac excursions allow up-close encounters with wildlife and the blue icebergs that float quietly in the surrounding waters. Experience Antarctic kayaking or onshore camping. Onboard experts will lecture on the region's natural history, weather, and captivating wildlife that you might have the pleasure to see during your Antarctica tour.

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Research Ship Former research ships refurbished for small-group passenger travel. These ships feature large decks and open bridges, but maintain the expeditionary feel of their former status. Offer economical options for solo travelers who want to share accommodations with other passengers in a wide range of cabin categories. Click for more details »
Ship Name	Guest Capacity	Itineraries	Ship Details
MV Akademik Ioffe	110	Itineraries	Details
Akademik Shokalskiy	46	Itineraries	Details
Aleksey Maryshev	50	Itineraries	Details
Grigoriy Mikheev	46	Itineraries	Details
Polar Pioneer	54	Itineraries	Details
Professor Molchanov	49	Itineraries	Details
Professor Multanovskiy	49	Itineraries	Details
Akademik Sergey Vavilov	110	Itineraries	Details
MV Ushuaia	70	Itineraries	Details
Ice Breaker Ship Former ice breaker research ships converted to passenger vessels. These larger ships offer many deluxe amenities including fitness facilities, gift shops, and multiple bars and lounges, but maintain the expeditionary style and feel of former "working" ships. Click for more details »
Ship Name	Guest Capacity	Itineraries	Ship Details
Kapitan Khlebnikov	112	Itineraries	Details
Expedition Cruise Ship Spacious, comfortable passenger vessels designed for smooth sailing with deluxe accommodations and services. These ships offer larger cabins, as well as deluxe amenities such as roomier public areas, lounges and bars, gift shops, and fitness facilities. Click for more details »
Ship Name	Guest Capacity	Itineraries	Ship Details
Polar Star	105	Itineraries	Details
Antarctic Dream	78	Itineraries	Details
Clipper Adventurer	122	Itineraries	Details
MV Orlova	110	Itineraries	Details
National Geographic Endeavour	110	Itineraries	Details
Ocean Nova	68	Itineraries	Details
National Geographic Explorer	148	Itineraries	Details
Luxury Expedition Ship These expedition cruise ships offer luxury 5-star amenities and services. Whether you're gliding along the rivers of West Africa or plunging through the icy waters of Antarctica, you'll enjoy the detailed touches onboard that make these luxury vessels. These vessels allow travelers the opportunity to take advantage of the adventurous land excursions and up-close wildlife viewing that is best experienced on a small expedition ship without sacrificing the creature comforts traditionally found on much larger cruise ships. Click for more details »
Ship Name	Guest Capacity	Itineraries	Ship Details
Corinthian II	114	Itineraries	Details
Minerva	198	Itineraries	Details
Clelia II	100	Itineraries	Details

Far below the southern tip of South America lies the awe-inspiring continent of Antarctica. Vast colonies of penguins cover rolling hills of ice, great whales feed in the nutrient-rich waters, and millions of fur seals loll about on drifting ice floes. Once thought of as an immense wasteland, this frozen counterpart to the Serengeti is a whirlwind of wildlife set amidst breathtaking geography. The backdrop of massive blue-tinged icebergs, hanging glaciers, and magnificent near-vertical mountains astound even the most seasoned traveler. A journey to Antarctica is truly a once-in-a-lifetime voyage to the last unspoiled continent on earth.

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