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Top Antarctica & the Arctic Whale Watching Trips & Packages In 2025/2026

Our 67 most popular Antarctica & the Arctic Whale Watching Trips & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 18 tour companies. 8 reviews.

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Classic Antarctica
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Classic Antarctica

By Say Hueque
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore one of the most remote places on Earth in just 6 days!
  • Navigate across the famous Beagle Channel from the southernmost city in the world. Cross the legendary Drake Passage and gain insight into the Antarctic environment with expert guides.
  • Discover incredible polar wildlife, including whales, penguins, seals, and seabirds. Fly directly from King George Island to Punta Arenas, returning to the continent in just 2 hours, saving 2 full days.
  • Fly directly from King George Island to Punta Arenas, returning to the continent in just 2 hours, saving 2 full days.
  • Cross the legendary Drake Passage and gain insight into the Antarctic environment with expert guides.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$8,093
6 days From$5,995

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Ushuaia to Antarctica Adventure & Cruise
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Ushuaia to Antarctica Adventure & Cruise

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Sail through the Beagle Channel and cross the Drake Passage following the footsteps of legendary explorers.
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula and experience breathtaking glaciers and icebergs.
  • Witness penguin colonies, humpback whales, leopard seals, and various bird species in their natural habitats.
  • Camp on the White Continent for one night and experience a true encounter with the Antarctic environment.
  • Enjoy zodiac excursions, kayak adventures and hikes on pristine islands.

Themes

High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$16,403
13 days From$12,150

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Cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and Islas Malvinas
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Cruise to Antarctica, South Georgia, and Islas Malvinas

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Witness the captivating wildlife and history of the Malvinas Islands.
  • Discover the largest King Penguin colony in the world.
  • Learn about the legendary explorer Shackleton and his incredible journey.
  • Experience the vast white beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • Navigate through the Beagle Channel, the Drake Passage, and the Southern Ocean.

Themes

High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$22,275
19 days From$16,500

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Antarctic Emperor Penguin Cruise
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Antarctic Emperor Penguin Cruise

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Navigate from Ushuaia to Antarctica through the Beagle Channel.
  • Cross the Drake Passage and reach the Antarctic Continent.
  • Spot Emperor penguins from a helicopter or Zodiac ride.
  • See historic sites and currently habited bases.
  • Best time to travel: From November to March.

Themes

High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$18,630
10 days From$13,800

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Antarctica Expedition & Wild Patagonia
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Antarctica Expedition & Wild Patagonia

By Across South America
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
65 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Why we love them
They're a family-run company that shows travelers the authentic side of South America and work with local experts.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Torres del Paine Luxury Camp
  • Walk on the Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Explore the "End of the world"
  • Nature at its best at the Small Luxurious Expedition Cruise to Antarctica.
  • Adventure in Antarctica: Ice-Camp and Kayak

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Birding, Sailing, Photography, High Adventure, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I highly recommend Across South America for a memorable experience that is personalized for YOU."

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$19,926
21 days From$16,200
Price updated 1 year+ ago

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Icebergs, Fjords, Polar bears and Arctic wildlife: Svalbard & NE Greenland National Park
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Icebergs, Fjords, Polar bears and Arctic wildlife: Svalbard & NE Greenland National Park

By Poseidon Expeditions
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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

  • Arctic wildlife – musk oxen, seals, walrus, whales and migrating birds – as one of the rare travelers to explore Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest and perhaps most remote.
  • Deep fjords with immense tidewater glaciers

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Die geplante Route: ab Ushuaia nach Antarktische Halbinsel, Südgeordgien, Falklands nach Buenos Aires. Wetterbedingt (aufziehender Hurrikan) Zwischenstopp in Southorkneys und Umfahrung des Unwetters. Dank Wetterglück, flexibler Plananpassung, hervorragender Expeditionsleitung sowie Crew ein einmaliges und unvergessliches Erlebnis in dieser vom Menschen (noch) weniger beeinflussten Welt. Die Reise ist ihr Geld auf jeden Fall wert!"

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$9,209
14 days From$7,487
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Christmas in Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula
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Christmas in Antarctica: Antarctic Peninsula

By Poseidon Expeditions
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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 geplante Route: ab Ushuaia nach Antarktische Halbinsel, Südgeordgien, Falklands nach Buenos Aires. Wetterbedingt (aufziehender Hurrikan) Zwischenstopp in Southorkneys und Umfahrung des Unwetters. Dank Wetterglück, flexibler Plananpassung, hervorragender Expeditionsleitung sowie Crew ein einmaliges und unvergessliches Erlebnis in dieser vom Menschen (noch) weniger beeinflussten Welt. Die Reise ist ihr Geld auf jeden Fall wert!"

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$10,295
12 days From$9,795
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In-Depth Arctic Expedition & Polar Bear Safari: Svalbard Circumnavigation and Kvitoya
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In-Depth Arctic Expedition & Polar Bear Safari: Svalbard Circumnavigation and Kvitoya

By Poseidon Expeditions
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
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

  • Deep fjords with immense tidewater glaciers
  • Rarely visited and ice-covered Kvitøya – White Island – where wildlife abounds in the summer months.
  • Full Arctic experience complete with endemic reindeer, Arctic fox, whales, and possibly polar bears.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, High Adventure, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Die geplante Route: ab Ushuaia nach Antarktische Halbinsel, Südgeordgien, Falklands nach Buenos Aires. Wetterbedingt (aufziehender Hurrikan) Zwischenstopp in Southorkneys und Umfahrung des Unwetters. Dank Wetterglück, flexibler Plananpassung, hervorragender Expeditionsleitung sowie Crew ein einmaliges und unvergessliches Erlebnis in dieser vom Menschen (noch) weniger beeinflussten Welt. Die Reise ist ihr Geld auf jeden Fall wert!"

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$9,209
14 days From$7,487
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antarctictraveller

Aug 2019

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Adventure Smith was exceptional. Antarctica 21 corporate office was deplorable.

Adventure Smith was so helpful throughout-- from initial info to booking the trip to answering questions to helping us once Antarctica 21 cancelled our Mom's trip. ...

Tour:  Antarctic Peninsula

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Peter

Aug 2018

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Excellent

The best in the business!

Tour:  Antarctic Peninsula

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James Vyvyan-R.

Jun 2016

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Our trip to Greenland was a disaster.

Not one day of the itinerary was achieved and definitely no Bowheads or large icebergs where seen. We were rerouted to Sisimiut with no warning to meet up with the b...

Tour:  Southwest Greenland

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Thule

Jun 2016

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Greenland

From the first minute to the last, it was a very great ...

Tour:  Southwest Greenland

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Collin

Jan 2022

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Terrible Customer Service for Cancellations

I booked an Antarctic Peninsula trip two years ago through Oceanwide Expeditions that I have been looking forward to for a long time. My goal is to scuba dive on eve...

Tour:  Antarctic Peninsula – Polar Circle, Deep South Discovery and whale watching voyage

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