Antarctica Active Adventure Tour
Enjoy an epic Antarctic adventure with a touch of comfort
Guided
Antarctica Active Adventure Tour Overview
Join a group on the Antarctica Active Adventure all-Inclusive tour, a thrilling expedition into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience the wonder of kayaking past towering icebergs, snowshoeing across untouched landscapes, and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. Enjoy Zodiac cruises to remote locations and make shore landings at penguin colonies, historic sites, and glaciers teeming with wildlife like seals and whales. Led by expert guides, this journey combines exploration with education through captivating lectures and hands-on discoveries.
Your home throughout the expedition is a state-of-the-art polar vessel, offering stylish cabins, panoramic lounges, and delicious onboard dining. Flexible itineraries ensure you get the most out of every moment, adapting to weather and wildlife opportunities. This active, all-inclusive experience is perfect for adventurers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime journey to one of the world’s most stunning and remote destinations.
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Trip highlights
Engage in kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and snorkeling, providing immersive ways to experience Antarctica's unique environment.
Observe penguins, seals, and whales in their natural habitats, offering unparalleled opportunities for wildlife photography and appreciation.
Benefit from lectures and guidance by seasoned expedition leaders, enhancing your understanding of the region's ecology, geology, and history.
Experience the pristine beauty of the Antarctic Peninsula through Zodiac cruises and shore excursions, witnessing breathtaking landscapes and ice formations.
Day By Day Itinerary
Arrive in Ushuaia and transfer to your pre-voyage hotel. Visit the hospitality desk in the afternoon to confirm your optional Beagle Channel Cruise and receive embarkation details. Spend the remainder of the day exploring Ushuaia at your leisure.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Ushuaia
- Meals:
- None
After breakfast, explore Ushuaia or join an optional Beagle Channel catamaran cruise, where you’ll see sea lions, cormorants, and the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Board the ship in the afternoon, settle into your cabin, and attend mandatory briefings before enjoying a welcome dinner with fellow travelers.
- Overnight Location:
- Onboard Ship
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Dinner
Sail across the Drake Passage, preparing for Antarctica with wildlife guidelines, lectures, and biosecurity procedures. Enjoy onboard amenities such as the gym, sauna, and observation lounge while spotting seabirds, including albatrosses. Anticipation builds as we approach the South Shetland Islands, watching for icebergs and possibly making our first landing.
- Overnight Location:
- Onboard Ship
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula, where wildlife, icebergs, and pristine landscapes abound. Enjoy daily Zodiac excursions, shore landings to visit penguin rookeries and historic huts, and optional activities such as the polar plunge. Cruise among towering ice cliffs and narrow straits, soaking in the surreal beauty of this remote continent.
- Overnight Location:
- Onboard Ship
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your journey back across the Drake Passage, enjoying final landings in the South Shetland Islands. Reflect on your experiences with lectures and discussions onboard, while keeping an eye out for seabirds and marine life. Weather permitting, the Captain may sail near Cape Horn for a scenic view.
- Overnight Location:
- Onboard Ship
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive in Ushuaia via the Beagle Channel, disembarking early in the morning. Transfer to the airport or continue your travels in the region, with transport arranged for guests staying in nearby hotels or flying out in the afternoon.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 13 dinners are included. This includes:
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage
- Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner
- Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages
- Accommodation is included throughout the tour (1 night in Ushuaia pre-departure, as well as 13 nights onboard the cruise ship). Note the 2026 departures are 14-day long, therefore will have one night less.
- This tour includes all airport transfers mentioned in itinerary, transportation during all shore excursions and zodiac cruises.
- Afternoon catamaran cruise in Ushuaia, on Day 2.
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during voyage.
- All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises
- Educational lectures and guiding services
- Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation)
- One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket
- Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage
- Comprehensive pre-departure information
- Port surcharges, permits and landing fees
- Wi-Fi (might not be reliable in remote areas)
- Airport Transfers
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary
- Airport arrival or departure taxes
- Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges
- Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges
- Optional excursions surcharges
- All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (outside of dinner service), gratuities, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses or phone charges.
Optional Extras
- Cabin upgrades
- Extension tours (please inquire for more information)!
Non-Standard Cancellation
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FAQ
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. The activities are mostly moderate, suitable for individuals with a basic to intermediate level of fitness. The tour includes a variety of activities, such as Zodiac cruises, shore landings, and optional hikes that can involve walking on uneven, icy terrain and climbing snow-covered ridgelines. The Drake Passage crossing may also involve rough seas, requiring participants to be comfortable with the ship's motion. While most activities are flexible and adaptable to individual preferences, the polar plunge and optional excursions may demand higher endurance. Overall, the tour is designed for adventurous travelers seeking a balance of exploration and comfort.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
14 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 13 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover the activities mentioned in this itinerary. Get your travel insurance.
To reach Ushuaia, most travelers fly into Buenos Aires, Argentina, arriving at Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Ezeiza, EZE). From there, transfer to Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) for a domestic flight to Ushuaia’s Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH), a journey of approximately 3.5-4 hours. Direct flights are offered by airlines such as Aerolíneas Argentinas and LATAM. Alternatively, Ushuaia can be reached via regional flights from cities like El Calafate or Punta Arenas in Chile, often as part of broader Patagonia tours. Booking flights in advance is recommended, particularly during the busy tourist season.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends where it starts, in Ushuaia.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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