Depart
Price from (per person)
A$30,215
From
AU$20,275 per person
-
Duration
12 Days
-
Embark
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina
-
Disembark
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina
NG Voyage to Antarctica – 12 days
Routes
Swipe to view more
-
Depart
-
-
Route Information
Embark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Disembark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Destinations: Antarctic Peninsula
Ships: National Geographic Endurance
Duration: 12 days
Additional Information: 1 night in Buenos Aires and return flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia included.
-
Depart
-
-
Route Information
Embark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Disembark: Ushuaia, Argentina
Destinations: Antarctic Peninsula
Ships: National Geographic Resolution
Duration: 12 days
Additional Information: 1 night in Santiago and return flights from Santiago to Ushuaia included.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in the cosmopolitan heart of Buenos Aires.
Guests will be met in Buenos Aires and transferred to the Alvear Art Hotel, or similar.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:00 am local time.
Day 2 Fly Ushuaia, depart for Antarctica
Fly south to Ushuaia, gateway to Antarctica. This remote frontier — set between jagged peaks and the icy waters of the Beagle Channel — is rich in natural drama.
Visit the windswept landscapes of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where southern beech forests echo the ancient flora of Antarctica. Cruise the Beagle Channel by private catamaran, scanning the shorelines for South American sea lions and seabirds like imperial cormorants with their striking sapphire eyes. By evening, you’ll be aboard your expedition ship, bound for the White Continent.
Days 3 - 4 At Sea – Crossing the Drake Passage
Cross the fabled Drake Passage, a biological corridor that teems with life. Watch for the silhouettes of albatross gliding on outstretched wings, and for dusky dolphins or orcas slicing through the swell.
These days at sea offer time to tune your senses to the rhythm of the Southern Ocean. Learn from naturalists about penguin behaviour, whale identification, and the icy ecosystems you’ll soon step into. From the Bridge or observation decks, you’ll find that even the open sea holds stories.
Day 5 - 9 Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctica invites exploration on nature’s terms — and wildlife is always at the heart of it. With extended daylight hours, you’ll have more time to observe and immerse. Zodiacs may glide past leopard seals basking on ice floes, while kayaks offer a quiet vantage for watching penguins torpedo through the shallows.
You might land among thousands of Adélie or gentoo penguins — colonies alive with sound, movement, and the rituals of breeding season. Weddell seals lounge in the snow, while skuas circle overhead. Offshore, humpback whales lunge-feed through krill clouds and orcas prowl the margins.
Ice is its own form of wildlife here: sculptural, luminous, and always shifting. From towering blue bergs to the fragile sheen of new sea ice, it shapes every moment of the journey.
Days 10 - 11 At Sea – Crossing the Drake Passage
As the ship turns north, the coast fades but the memories linger. Perhaps it’s the eye contact with a curious seal, the synchronised dive of penguins, or the hush that fell as a whale surfaced alongside the bow.
Enjoy time to reflect and reconnect — through photos, shared stories, or one last lecture from the expedition team. A farewell dinner brings the voyage to a close.
Day 12 Disembark in Ushuaia, Fly Buenos Aires
Disembark in Ushuaia and board the recommended flight back to Buenos Aires, where you'll connect with your onward travel.
Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 pm local time.
Day 1 Arrive Santiago, Chile
Arrive in the mountain-ringed city of Santiago.
Guests will be met in Santiago and transferred to the Ritz-Carlton, or similar.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:00 am local time.
Day 2 Fly Ushuaia, depart for Antarctica
Fly south to Ushuaia, gateway to Antarctica. This remote frontier — set between jagged peaks and the icy waters of the Beagle Channel — is rich in natural drama.
Visit the windswept landscapes of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where southern beech forests echo the ancient flora of Antarctica. Cruise the Beagle Channel by private catamaran, scanning the shorelines for South American sea lions and seabirds like imperial cormorants with their striking sapphire eyes.
Day 3 - 4 At Sea – Crossing the Drake Passage
Cross the fabled Drake Passage, a biological corridor that teems with life. Watch for the silhouettes of albatross gliding on outstretched wings, and for dusky dolphins or orcas slicing through the swell.
These days at sea offer time to tune your senses to the rhythm of the Southern Ocean. Learn from naturalists about penguin behaviour, whale identification, and the icy ecosystems you’ll soon step into. From the Bridge or observation decks, you’ll find that even the open sea holds stories.
Days 5 - 9 Exploring the Antarctic Peninsula
Antarctica invites exploration on nature’s terms — and wildlife is always at the heart of it. With extended daylight hours, you’ll have more time to observe and immerse. Zodiacs may glide past leopard seals basking on ice floes, while kayaks offer a quiet vantage for watching penguins torpedo through the shallows.
You might land among thousands of Adélie or gentoo penguins — colonies alive with sound, movement, and the rituals of breeding season. Weddell seals lounge in the snow, while skuas circle overhead. Offshore, humpback whales lunge-feed through krill clouds and orcas prowl the margins.
Ice is its own form of wildlife here: sculptural, luminous, and always shifting. From towering blue bergs to the fragile sheen of new sea ice, it shapes every moment of the journey.
10 - 11 At Sea – Crossing the Drake Passage
As the ship turns north, the coast fades but the memories linger. Perhaps it’s the eye contact with a curious seal, the synchronised dive of penguins, or the hush that fell as a whale surfaced alongside the bow.
Enjoy time to reflect and reconnect — through photos, shared stories, or one last lecture from the expedition team. A farewell dinner brings the voyage to a close.
Day 12 Disembark in Ushuaia, Fly to Santiago
Disembark in Ushuaia and board the recommended flight back to Santiago, where you'll connect with your onward travel.
Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 pm local time.
Dates & rates
Pricing is dynamic, book early to secure the best fares and suite choice.
Fares reward early bookings with competitive rates and priority access, and are subject to change based on demand and availability.
Note: Pricing does not include recommended group flight(s). Guests have the option to directly purchase these at an additional price or arrange their own internal air flights privately.
Please contact us to check availability and to confirm the price of your preferred cabin.
Swipe to view more
Special offers
Travelling as a Group
Save 5% when traveling as a group of 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family.
This savings is applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for group travel vary from regular policies.
Suite Amenities
The suites aboard the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions fleet are your elegant retreat at sea, featuring spacious living areas and incredible views that immerse you in the beauty of your marine surroundings. Now, booking one of these beautifully appointed accommodations comes with even more benefits. The Suite Exclusives package gives guests staying in eligible cabins* access to an array of amenities and perks designed to enhance your on-board experience and help make your voyage all the more memorable.
*Amenities are valid on specific Suite categories only
Take the kids
Voyages with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions bring families together in moments of shared discovery. For young travellers, they inspire a spirit of stewardship, fostering a passion for the planet that lasts a lifetime.
Let nature be your child’s classroom—take advantage of these special family offers and embark on the journey of a lifetime with your loved ones.
Save $500 for each child under the age of 18 on any voyage.*
What's included
Inclusions
Leadership throughout the voyage by an experienced Expedition Team, including shore landings,
presentations and other activities
Complimentary National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions jacket
Shipboard accommodation in your chosen suite with private facilities.
All meals, hors d’oeuvres inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible
Beer, wine, cocktails, liquors and spirits aboard. A selection of premium brands is also available for purchase.
Selection of exploration tools curated to your destination, such as Zodiacs, snowshoes, kayaks, and other state-of-the-art gear
Crew gratuities aboard
Complimentary Starlink enabled Wi-Fi service enabling email, messaging and social media.
Enhanced internet packages are available for purchase, which may enable video chat, web browsing, and streaming (connectivity permitting).
Presentations on your destination by expedition staff and expert guest speakers
Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
Onboard physician consultations (where available)
Assistance by the onboard National Geographic Photographer along with access to the
OM System Photo Gear Locker with the latest gear to try out on loan
As part of the Suite Amenities program, complimentary laundry is available on suites booked on National Geographic Endurance Categories 6 and 7; National Geographic Resolution Categories 6 and 7; National Geographic Explorer Categories 6 and 7 and National Geographic Orion Categories 4, 5.
Group transfers mentioned through the itinerary
Exclusions
Airfare (except flights when indicated as included), pre- and post-expedition extensions, additional hotel nights, and private transfers
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Meals outside the program
Waterproof expedition boots and pants can be hired for landings and Zodiac cruising
Laundry, bar, spa services and other personal charges, unless specified
Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities