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The South Shetland Islands are a group of islands in the Southern Ocean between the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia Island, without much flora or fauna, because of the harsh, cold and windy climate.

The Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Orkney Islands and South Shetland Islands are all claimed by (far-away) Great Britain and (nearby) Argentina.

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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

If this is your first visit, our classic Antarctic Explorer voyage gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula in 11 days. Conquer the famed Drake Passage in your choice of four stabilized, polar-class vessels; explore majestic natural environm...

From/To: Buenos Aires (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Quark Expeditions
Ship: Ultramarine

-24.0%

Starting at

± EUR 14,920.00

± EUR 11,339.00

12 Days

Next Departure

18-Feb-2026

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Antarctic Express: Fly South, Sail North

Take the fastest route to Antarctica – a three-hour flight – and enjoy your first glimpse of the continent from the air, a unique introduction to the vast and dramatic landscape that remains one of the last unspoiled regions in the world. Continue your jo...

From/To: Punta Arenas ⇒ Ushuaia
Ports of call: Punta Arenas, Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, Ushuaia
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Quark Expeditions
Ship: Ocean Explorer

-28.7%

Starting at

± EUR 17,392.00

± EUR 12,392.00

10 Days

Next Departure

13-Mar-2026

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Christmas in Antarctica

Christmas & New Year in Antarctica

From/To: Ushuaia (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Poseidon Expeditions
Ship: M/v Sea Spirit

Starting at

± EUR 12,631.00

12 Days

Next Departure

17-Dec-2025

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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs

Antarctic Peninsula

From/To: Ushuaia (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Poseidon Expeditions
Ship: M/v Sea Spirit

Starting at

± EUR 12,631.00

12 Days

Next Departure

07-Feb-2026

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New Year in Antarctica

Christmas & New Year in Antarctica

From/To: Ushuaia (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Poseidon Expeditions
Ship: M/v Sea Spirit

Starting at

± EUR 13,272.00

12 Days

Next Departure

27-Dec-2025

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Crossing the Circle: Southern Expedition

Setting foot on the 7th Continent is a polar achievement relatively few people experience in their lifetime. Even more rare is the incomparable milestone that’s achieved when a traveler crosses the iconic Antarctic Circle. Navigating south of 66°33' S is—...

From/To: Buenos Aires (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Quark Expeditions
Ship: Ultramarine

-24.0%

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± EUR 18,124.00

± EUR 13,774.00

14 Days

Next Departure

28-Feb-2026

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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Revel in the excitement of crossing the famed Drake Passage after embarking from Ushuaia, with the convenience of a northbound return flight at the end of your expedition. Minke and humpback whales or Adélie penguins floating on ice floes may greet you as...

From/To: Ushuaia ⇒ South Shetland Islands
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula, Neko Harbour, Port Lockroy, South Shetland Islands
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Quark Expeditions
Ship: Ocean Explorer

-14.5%

Starting at

± EUR 18,307.00

± EUR 15,653.00

10 Days

Next Departure

21-Feb-2026

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Crossing 66º South Latitude

Antarctic Circle

From/To: Ushuaia (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Poseidon Expeditions
Ship: M/v Sea Spirit

Starting at

± EUR 16,018.00

15 Days

Next Departure

25-Jan-2026

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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

From/To: Ushuaia ⇒ Buenos Aires
Ports of call: Ushuaia, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, Falkland Islands, Stanley, Buenos Aires
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Poseidon Expeditions
Ship: M/v Sea Spirit

Tour Variations:

☛: Antarctic Wildlife Adventure

Starting at

± EUR 20,230.00

23 Days

Next Departure

27-Feb-2026

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Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton's Emperors

We created our 18-day “Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton’s Emperors” itinerary for those who dream of witnessing the legendary Emperor penguin colony at Snow Hill Island—and are also drawn to the austere beauty of the remote Weddell Sea, as well as t...

From/To: Buenos Aires (Round Trip)
Ports of call: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Weddell Sea, Snow Hill Island, Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands
Travel Quality: Extraordinary Travel
Operator: Quark Expeditions
Ship: Ultramarine

-24.0%

Starting at

± EUR 27,647.00

± EUR 21,011.00

18 Days

Next Departure

30-Oct-2025

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