Top Antarctic Peninsula Luxury Cruises &amp; Packages In 2025/2026

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Visits

Antarctic Peninsula, Georgia, Ushuaia

Highlights

See South Georgia’s incredible wildlife – both on deck and during daily Zodiac excursions to iconic landing sites, abundant with birdlife and busy penguins.
Follow in the wake of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s perilous voyages to South Georgia and pause for a moment at his gravesite as you learn about the history of these islands.
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula by ship, Zodiac and foot and witness icebergs in a hundred shades of blue – you might even see and hear the ice crashing into the ocean!
Learn about local wildlife, history, glaciology and geology during informational presentations by your onboard polar experts.
Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic with an optional paddling excursion, hiking adventure, sea-kayaking or an invigorating Polar Plunge!

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

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19% OFF$31,046

18 days From$25,241

Health Safety +

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Best of Antarctica: Wildlife Explorer (Ocean Endeavour)

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Antarctic Peninsula, Ushuaia

Highlights

Explore an unspoiled wilderness, uninhabited by man, where penguins, seals, whales and seabirds in their abundance are the true rulers.
Emerging from winter, the density of wildlife is increasing, and penguin rookeries are at full capacity with penguin chicks beginning to hatch from mid-December.
Seal and whale sightings become more frequent as minke, southern right and humpback whales return to Antarctic waters to feed, ensuring extraordinary wildlife viewing opportunities.
Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, onshore landings and take advantage of a range of adventure options during the voyage such as kayaking, camping, photography and snowshoeing.
Benefit from a variety of onboard activities including educational lectures on history, geology, and ecology by the expedition team.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

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19% OFF$9,102

11 days From$7,400

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Christmas in Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Celebrating Christmas amidst fantastic rugged mountains, cascading glaciers, crystalline icebergs and clear waters abounding with whales and seals.
Countless penguins and endemic Antarctic birdlife - true memorable lifetime moments
Possibility for kayaking and camping under the southern stars in a world of ice and snow.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Festivals & Special Events, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Die Reise im Jan. 25 nach Falklandinseln - Südgeorgien und Antarktis bleibt ein unbeschreibliches Abenteuer, das muss man einfach erlebt haben - mit Wetterglück und Gletscher A23a. Wir konnten viele Zodiac-Fahrten und Anlandungen unternehmen und die Vielfalt der Tiere hautnah miterleben. Das Expeditionsteam war professionell, das Essen und Trinken gut und die Angestellten auf dem Schiff sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Mit dem An-und Abreisepaket hat alles bestens geklappt. Vielen Dank! Waren vor einem Jahr mit der Sea Spirit in Grönland - ebenfalls super! Wir empfehlen Poseidon Expeditions für eine unvergessliche Expedition!"

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$500 OFF$10,295

12 days From$9,795

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Last Discovered Continent

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Visit the city of Ushuaia is the world’s southernmost city, the capital of Tierra del Fuego
At the Antarctic Convergence, watch for sea mammals, albatross, and petrel in these krill-rich waters.
The Antarctic Peninsula and nearby islands provide opportunities to discover the wildlife and landscapes.
Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader & Expedition Team;

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

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66% OFF$18,695

13 days From$6,295

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Antarctic Wildlife Adventure: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

The greatest concentrations of seabirds and marine mammals on the planet.
Astounding abundance of penguins at huge breeding colonies
A rare view of albatross family life
Fearless marine wildlife and scenery beyond belief on the Antarctic Peninsula.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

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23% OFF$18,695

23 days From$14,395

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Antarctic Awakening: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

The greatest concentrations of seabirds and marine mammals on the planet.
The astounding abundance of penguins at huge breeding colonies
A rare view of albatross family life
Fearless marine wildlife and scenery beyond belief on the Antarctic Peninsula.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

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28% OFF$18,695

23 days From$13,395

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New Year in Antarctica

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Celebrating New Years amidst fantastic rugged mountains, cascading glaciers, crystalline icebergs and clear waters abounding with whales and seals.
Countless penguins and endemic Antarctic birdlife - true memorable lifetime moments
Possibility for kayaking and camping under the southern stars in a world of ice and snow.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Festivals & Special Events, Small Ship Cruise

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19% OFF$12,048

12 days From$9,795

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Realm of Penguins & Icebergs: Antarctic Peninsula

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Why we love them

Their ice-breaking cruise liners take travelers truly off of the beaten path and into the very heart of the polar realms.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Fantastic rugged mountains, cascading glaciers, crystalline icebergs and clear waters abounding with whales and seals.
Countless penguins and endemic Antarctic birdlife.
Possibility for kayaking and camping under the southern stars in a world of ice and snow.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying