South Georgia & the Sandwich Islands, and The Falkland Islands - are not technically part of Antarctica, but are frequently visited on cruises to the white continent. The Weddell Sea- is the area east of the Antarctic Peninsula infrequently visited and frequently clogged with massive icebergs, and is the resting place of Shackleton's ship, the Endurance. Sail to the remote Peter I Island and Macquarie Island as you approach New Zealand. Explore the marine reserve, recently-formed in 2016, protecting what the journal Biological Conservation called the Ross Sea “the least altered marine ecosystem on Earth.” Cruise to the volcanic Ross Island and the huge Ross Ice Shelf with the Transantarctic Mountains as a backdrop. The Ross Sea - is remote and normally visited on cruises of 30 days or more. This is the most accessible, and wildlife-rich area of Antarctica. On the western side of the Peninsula, the Lemaire Channel, Neko Harbor, Port Lockroy and Paradise Bay offer breathtaking views and visits to penguin rookeries. Don't miss the South Shetland Islands including King George Island & Deception Island. The Antarctic Peninsula - is the most frequently visited region. The most popular regions for Antarctic cruises are the Antarctic Peninsula, the Weddell Sea, Ross Sea, and the sub-antarctic South Georgia & the Sandwich Islands, and The Falkland Islands. Please contact one of our Antarctica trip planners for the latest info and expert advice regarding traveling to Antarctica.Īntarctic Trip Highlights - Best Places to Travel in Antarctica Some ships are still offering 'Early Booking Discounts', while others are offering new, flexible 'Book with Confidence' terms. Most travelers scheduled for the 2020-2021 season were successfully rescheduled for the 2021-2022 season, while others have a Future Cruise Credit to be used on future departures of their choosing. Nearly all trips to Antarctica begin in either Ushuaia, Argentina or Punta Arenas, Chile, and all travelers must comply with local travel restrictions, public health regulations and protocols. This search service is helpful for identifying travel requirements and restrictions from your country to Antarctica. Here is a list of the most economical cruises to Antarctica.Ĭruises resumed to Antarctica on October 20, 2021, and in November 2021, most cruise lines resumed scheduled departures.Īs of Octonon-resident foreigners are allowed to enter Chile in compliance with these Chilean government requirements.Īs of Novemnon-resident foreigners are be able to enter Argentina and the requirements are at the official Argentina migration site (in Spanish). The largest factors in cost are the number of days in your cruise, the class of ship and class of cabin. Cruises departing Ushuaia or flight/cruise options leaving from Punta Arenas for the Antarctic Peninsula are the most affordable departure ports. The most economical cruises to Antarctica start at just under USD$5000 per person for a 6 to 10 day trip. The average cost of a trip to Antarctica is around USD$8,500 per person.

Some Antarctic expeditions include skiing and camping in Antarctica for the ultimate adventure trip to the white continent. Some ships have sea kayaks that give a unique perspective of penguins, whales and other wildlife. Only 100 passengers are allowed to disembark in Antarctica at one time, so we recommend an expedition ship of around 100 passengers if you want to maximize your time exploring, as all passengers can be on land at once and don't have to rotate in shifts on land.Ĭontact an Adventure Life Antarctica cruise expert for help choosing the perfect ship for your needs.Īll of our small ship Antarctica cruises feature zodiac excursions and hikes for up-close encounters with Antarctic wildlife. We only offer cruises on small ships, as large cruise ships are not allowed to disembark in many places. Should I go on a small or a large ship to Antarctica? To explore the Falkland Islands and South Georgia in addition to the Antarctic Peninsula budget at least an 18-day trip. Trips to the Ross Sea last around 30 days. Without the flight, you'll need at least a ten day trip starting and finishing from Ushuaia to get an optimal experience on the Antarctic continent. The shortest trip length available to Antarctica is six days with an Express Air Cruise, where you sail or fly to King George Island and return on a flight or cruise. How many days do you need to visit Antarctica?

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