Antarctica Classic Expedition
Travel from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula on this small-group expedition with a night in Ushuaia, a Drake Passage crossing, and several days exploring the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic continent. Life on board includes lectures and educational sessions with the expedition team, along with Zodiac excursions when conditions allow. On shore, you may see penguin colonies, seals, whales, and the ice and coastal scenery that define this part of the Southern Ocean. Route and daily plans can change with weather and ice conditions.
Key details
6 days
5 nights
Route
Argentina
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Travel style
Small groups
Duration
6 days
Destination
Ushuaia · King George Island · Antarctic Peninsula, Argentina, South America
Highlights
- Small-group polar expedition
- Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula
- Zodiac excursions in Antarctica
- Lectures and educational programs on board
Itinerary
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Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia and use the included transfer to reach the start hotel. The rest of the day is free in the southernmost city in the world. - 2
Ushuaia
Board the expedition vessel
Spend the morning in Ushuaia before boarding in the afternoon. Sail through the Beagle Channel as the expedition begins.Breakfast, Dinner - 3
Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage
Spend two days at sea crossing the Drake Passage. Join lectures and information sessions, and watch for icebergs, seabirds, and whales from the deck.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- 1 night in Ushuaia on a twin-share basis
- 9 nights aboard an expedition vessel in shared cabin categories
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Meals as listed in the itinerary
- One expedition team member per 10 guests
- Zodiac excursions with the expedition team
- Lectures and educational programs
- Waterproof boots and expedition parka
- Use of expedition, Zodiac, private bus, and walking transport where stated
What's not included
- International flights before and after the tour
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed as included
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
1 date · 1 optionsImportant information
Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.