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.

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.

With extended daylight hours during this season and nine immersive days on the southern continent, you’ll have ample time to experience the magic of Antarctica while following in the footsteps of legendary explorers who dared to cross the Antarctic Circle. Your journey offers a flexible itinerary and the support of a cutting-edge expedition vessel, built to venture deeper into this remote world and uncover its hidden wonders—whether it’s spotting whales surfacing near the ship, strolling among vast colonies of Adélie and gentoo penguins, gliding through icy waters on an evening Zodiac cruise beneath the midnight sun, or stumbling upon a secluded, uncharted inlet. While the region’s incredible wildlife is a highlight, it’s the ice that truly defines Antarctica. You’ll encounter it in every form—towering icebergs, glacial walls, scattered bergy bits, and the delicate sheets of newly forming sea ice.

One day might find you paddling a kayak past massive ice formations at sea level; the next, you could be zipping through icy channels in a Zodiac, scanning for seals or blue-eyed shags. You may even feel the raw power of the ship as it carves a path through dense pack ice. Every turn offers a chance to capture Antarctica’s striking beauty through your lens. Throughout the expedition, a seasoned team of polar experts will provide insights to deepen your understanding, while your ship’s experienced Captain skilfully steers you through this ever-shifting frozen landscape.

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.

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.