Voyage Overview
The best time of the season to see whales in Antarctica!
Every voyage into Antarctica is a wildlife lover’s dream journey. And this trip will certainly be no different. Expect to encounter a variety of iconic penguins, any number of different seal species, and Antarctica’s always-majestic icebergs. But this voyage will feature one notable exception to the rule: This time of year, whale spotting is at its entertaining best, with large numbers of giant Humpbacks feeding on the abundance of krill in the water. Orcas and Minkes are also common sightings on this very special voyage into the last truly wild place on Earth.
Trip Details
Duration: 11 Days
Ship: Seaventure, Premium Ship, 139 Guests
Start: Ushuaia, Argentina
End: Ushuaia, Argentina
Highlights:
- 4 scheduled days in Antarctica
- Whale sightings at their best and most exciting
- Witnessing incredible sunrises and sunsets
- Zodiac cruising amongst colossal glaciers and massive icebergs
- Participating in research with the onboard Citizen Science program
Trip Itinerary Overview:
Day 1: Arrive Ushuaia
Day 2: Embarkation
Days 3-4: Drake Passage Crossing
Days 5-6: South Shetland Islands
Days 7-8: Antarctica
Days 9-10: Drake Passage Crossing
Day 11: Disembark Ushuaia
Tour Dates
- October 2025 to March 2026
| Dates | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
Mar 15 – Mar 25, 2026 (11 days) | Sold Out | view pricing chart |
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Ushuaia
After a friendly welcome at the airport and a transfer to the luxurious Arakur Resort & Spa, take some time to unwind or explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. Our evening briefing at the Arakur is your opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow explorers.
Day 2: Embarkation
Spend your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to Antarctica!
Day 3–4: Drake Passage
Join our Polar Experts in the lounge to immerse yourself in all things Antarctic, from its fascinating wildlife to its adventurous history; choose to participate in our renowned Citizen Science program; or sit back and take in this fabled journey while catching your first glimpses of wildlife. Grab your binoculars to identify the many seabirds that follow the ship. As we cross the Antarctic Convergence into Antarctic waters, you’ll start to notice the cooler temperatures, your cue to get ready for that first iceberg sighting, an unforgettable moment on every journey.
Day 5: South Shetland Islands
The South Shetlands are 12 islands separated from the Antarctic Peninsula by The Bransfield Strait. Significant volcanic activity has sculpted a geology – and a diverse natural beauty – unlike anywhere else on earth. Here, you can expect a spectacular display of mountains, glaciers, and wildlife including Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins; and it’s not uncommon to share the water’s edge with Elephant and Fur seals. And this time of year is feeding time for Humpback whales, so don’t be surprised if you’re joined by a number of them on your day’s adventure.
Day 6–8: Antarctica Awaits
On to the Antarctic Peninsula, where we’ll explore any number of stunning bays and famed harbors, maneuvering through majestic channels as we continue to travel these wildlife-rich waters, passing a number of glorious icebergs along the way. We’ll have great opportunities to stop at several active scientific bases and historic landing sites as we direct our attention and our cameras toward numerous species of penguins, seals, and whales along the rugged coastlines and in the sea. As always throughout this journey, be on the lookout for the impressive population of Humpback, Minke and Orca whales feeding in the water.
Day 9-10: Drake Passage
We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again crossing the legendary Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.
Day 11: Ushuaia Disembarkation
With huge smiles on weary, content faces, and perhaps some new friends for life, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.
Please note the itinerary and route map are only tentative outlines of what you may experience. No specific itinerary, routing or landing sites can be guaranteed in advance. Where the ship actually sails will depend on a lot of factors including, but not limited to, the weather & ice conditions and the captain & expedition leader. Every trip is different, which adds to the excitement of expedition cruising in the polar regions.
Trips & Rates
Please note, rates are Per Person in USD
Availability & prices are subject to change at anytime
Mar 15 – Mar 25, 2026 (11 days)
| Start: | Ushuaia, Argentina |
| End: | Ushuaia, Argentina |
| Cabin Category | Triple | Porthole | Window | Veranda | Owner’s Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Price in USD | $10,145 | $11,665 | $13,065 | $15,035 | $18,035 |
| Availability | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
Single Travelers:
- If willing to share a cabin, we can match you with another or other passengers of the same gender in the Triple, Porthole & Window Stateroom categories.
- Single occupancy cabins may be booked at 1.7x the per person share price.
Adventure Options:
- Kayaking – Immersive with multiple paddles – experience required:
- 2025-26 season: $895/person
- 2026-27 season: $1,195/person
- Paddling – Discover – one-time – experience recommended:
- 2025-26 season: $250/person
- 2026-27 season: $350/person
- Camping:
- 2025-26 season: $295/person
- 2026-27 season: $395/person
- All adventure options are free on “Antarctica All-Access” voyages.
Voyage Ship
Seaventure
With the highest ice class awarded to passenger vessels (1-A Super ice class rating), well appointed cabins and a maximum of 139 guests, the Seaventure offers a world-class small ship experience. The high ice class means the ship will be able to explore coves, bays, and channels that may be inaccessible to other ships.
Cabins & Deck Plan
Owner’s Suite
DECK 7
Seaventure has 2 Owner’s Suites located on the same deck as the Panorama Lounge, Fitness Center and Sauna. Suites feature a large sitting area, 1 fixed queen size bed, a 58 sq. ft. (5.4m2) private balcony and a bathroom with luxury toiletries.
331 sq. ft. (30.8m2) – total combined, cabin & balcony
1-2
1 Queen
Veranda Stateroom
DECK 6
Located on Deck 6 featuring a sitting area, a minimum 39 sq. ft. (3.6m2) private balcony and a bathroom with luxury toiletries. Most cabins can be arranged with either 1 queen or 2 twin beds however staterooms 615, 616, 617 & 618 have 2 fixed twin beds. Cabins with 2 fixed twin beds have 167 sq. ft. of interior space with a 57 sq. ft. balcony. All other Veranda cabins have 188 sq. ft. of interior space and a 39 sq. ft. balcony.
224-227 sq ft. (20.8 – 21.1 m2) – total combined, cabin & balcony
1-2
1 Queen or 2 Twins
Window Stateroom
DECK 4
DECK 5
The most abundant cabins onboarded featuring a sitting area, window and a bathroom with luxury toiletries.
188 sq ft. (17.5 m2)
1-2
1 Queen or 2 Twins
Porthole Stateroom
DECK 3
The six Porthole Staterooms are on the lowest passenger deck and feature a sitting area, portholes, and a bathroom with luxury toiletries.
188 sq ft. (17.5 m2)
1-2
1 Queen or 2 Twins
Triple Stateroom
DECK 4
Window Staterooms with an extra single bed making them ideal for a small family. Feature a sitting area, window and a bathroom with luxury toiletries.
188 sq ft. (17.5 m2)
1-3
1 Queen + 1 Twin or 3 Twins
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- One pre-voyage hotel night with breakfast in Ushuaia. Occupancy at the hotel is the same as you have booked for the voyage – single, twin/double, or triple.
- Transfer from airport in Ushuaia (USH) to group hotel IF arriving on Day 1 of itinerary, and providing we have your confirmed air itinerary at least 15 days prior to departure
- Transfer from group hotel to ship for embarkation
- Shipboard accommodations
- All meals on board
- Beer/wine/soft drinks at lunch and dinner
- Coffee/Tea/Cocoa 24 hours a day
- All scheduled landings and excursions
- Citizen Science program: participation in a variety of scientific activities that support important research projects
- Expedition jacket for use during the voyage
- Fleece-lined down jacket (yours to keep)
- A pair of loaner boots for use during the voyage
- Snowshoes for use during landings (subject to avail.)
- 500MB WiFi card for use on your personal devices
- Photography Coach available throughout the voyage
- Participation in the Polar Plunge
- Access to the onboard medical clinic
- Access to the onboard fitness center
- All port and landing fees
- Digital Voyage Log
- Group transfer from ship to airport, hotel in Ushuaia, or central location following disembarkation. Please note we cannot drop at Airbnbs / private homes which are often inaccessible for our transfer vehicles.
Exclusions:
- Any airfare or travel expenses associated with arrival or departure other than those specified in inclusions
- Transfer to the group hotel if arriving prior to Day 1
- Pre- or post-voyage expenses in Ushuaia other than those specified in inclusions
- Travel insurance; medical insurance; evacuation coverage
- Laundry and personal expenses incurred on board, except as listed in inclusions
- Alcohol and soft drinks, except as listed in inclusions
- Onboard communication charges such as outgoing phone calls or WiFi, except as listed in inclusions
- Staff/crew gratuities
Solo Travelers
An expedition cruise to the Polar regions is a fantastic trip for solo travelers. On most ships, there is the option to share a cabin with another guest of the same gender to keep the pricing down. Solo occupancy cabins are also an option for guests who prefer to have their own space. Please reach out for more information and pricing for solo travelers.
