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10 best ocean cruise Antarctica / South Pole tours
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- Antarctica Classic
- Spirit of Shackleton
- Antarctic Explorer, Operated by Quark
- Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake, Operated by Quark
- Journey to the Antarctic Circle (Ocean Endeavour)
- Antarctic Circle Expedition (2025)
- Sporty Basecamp in the Antarctic
- New Year in Antarctica
- Antarctic Wildlife Adventure (23 Days)
- Antarctica & Falklands Expedition | Northbound (2025)
Antarctica Classic
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“G Adventure has mastered the art of making your experience really stand out and they have delivered.”
Kaiser, traveled in November 2023
- Explore Ushuaia, the southernmost city
- Embark on the G Expedition in Ushuaia
- Cross the Drake Passage with expert lectures
Duration 11 days Destinations Ushuaia, King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures - From $8,399
- US$6,299You save $2,099
- Price per day
- $573
Spirit of Shackleton
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The zodiac tours were amazing, the crew aboard the Expedition were first class, and the accommodations were very comfortable and well maintained.”
Collette, traveled in January 2018
- Explore Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city
- Sail through the historic Beagle Channel
- Cross the Drake Passage to the Antarctic
Duration 21 days Destinations Argentina, Falkland Islands, Chile Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures - From $24,999
- US$17,499You save $7,499
- Price per day
- $833
Antarctic Explorer, Operated by Quark
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Antarctica is definately a place you should experience a once in a lifetime experience.”
Antoinette, traveled in February 2013
- Explore Ushuaia, the gateway to Patagonia
- Sail through the Beagle Channel at sunset
- Spot whales and seabirds in the Drake Passage
Duration 11 days Destinations Ushuaia, King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Hornos Island Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels - From $11,395
- US$8,546You save $2,849
- Price per day
- $777
Antarctic Express: Fly the Drake, Operated by Quark
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The pristine environment in Antarctica needs to be seen and felt to be appreciated. Quark provided a platform to conduct the trip in a sustainable manner.”
CK, traveled in February 2023
- Explore museums and shops in Punta Arenas
- Fly over Drake Passage to King George Island
- Spot whales and seals from a Zodiac cruise
Duration 8 days Destinations Punta Arenas, King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels - From $17,895
- US$13,421You save $4,474
- Price per day
- $1,678
Journey to the Antarctic Circle (Ocean Endeavour)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“This trip was an 'excursion', not a 'cruise', so do not sign up if you are expecting multiple restaurants, live entertainment, or other such luxuries.”
Jana, traveled in December 2022
- Explore Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica
- Sail through the Beagle Channel
- Spot wildlife on the Drake Passage
Duration 14 days Destinations Ushuaia, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel - From $11,900
- US$9,520You save $2,380
- Price per day
- $680
- Explore Buenos Aires' vibrant architecture
- Board the MS Fridtjof Nansen in Ushuaia
- Learn about Antarctica at the onboard Science Center
Duration 18 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range 6 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Hurtigruten - From
- US$14,756
- Price per day
- $820
- Sail through the Beagle Channel
- Spot whales in the Drake Passage
- Kayak around Wiencke Island
Duration 13 days Destinations Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Inventia - From
- US$9,081
- Price per day
- $699
- Explore Ushuaia, the gateway to Antarctica
- Board the M/V Sea Spirit for an Antarctic voyage
- Witness wildlife in the South Shetland Islands
Duration 12 days Destinations Ushuaia, Antarctic Peninsula, King George Island Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Poseidon Expeditions - From $14,495
- US$13,046You save $1,449
- Price per day
- $1,087
- Explore Ushuaia, the city at the end of the world
- Cruise aboard the deluxe M/V Sea Spirit
- Witness wildlife in the South Shetland Islands
Duration 23 days Destinations Ushuaia, King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, Falkland Islands, Buenos Aires Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Poseidon Expeditions - From $21,395
- US$14,977You save $6,418
- Price per day
- $651
- Explore Buenos Aires, the city of tango
- Sail from Ushuaia on the MS Fridtjof Nansen
- Cross the Drake Passage with expert lectures
Duration 19 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, Falkland Islands, Puerto Madryn Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Hurtigruten - From
- US$11,438
- Price per day
- $602
