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Antarctica

Adventures at the ends of the Earth

Antarctic cruise holidays

Introduction

A destination of superlatives, Antarctica is a world of vast skies, blue seas and dazzling snow and ice, host to some exceptional wildlife making it one of the most captivating destinations anywhere on Earth. Cruise to the awe-inspiring white space of the South Pole for a truly memorable trip. As one of the world's last great wildernesses, this pristine environment once took years to travel to and explore. These days it's far more accessible, with expedition cruise ships bringing guests in luxurious comfort to explore landscapes and sights seen by only a fraction of people in the world.

Antarctic Peninsula

A dramatic region of ice and rock, the Antarctic Peninsula extends north towards the southern tip of Latin America, offering the most accessible gateway to the 'White Continent'. Here, immense snow-clad mountain ranges spill down to an iceberg-studded coast home to seals, whales and huge colonies of penguins. The highlight of any Antarctic cruise, a visit to these remote shores is the closest you'll get to experiencing your very own polar expedition, with the likes of guided shore walks and kayak excursions bringing you right up close to the action. And, the research stations based here offer a select number of visitors a unique glimpse of the important scientific work being carried out in this remote corner of the planet.  


South Georgia

As one of the main gateways to Antartica itself, this island of spectacular fjords and beaches bursting with wildlife is a popular staging post for many Antarctic cruises. With mountains soaring to almost 3,000 metres above sea level, it's a truly stunning destination, made all the more special by the sheer quantity and variety of its inhabitants, from its 30-million-plus breeding birds to its 7 million penguins.


Falklands (Islas Malvinas)

Penguins, seals and albatross are among the star turns on this group of islands, flung out in the southern Atlantic almost 500 kilometres east of Patagonia. Mix with the hardy locals in the capital, Stanley, then head out to the archipelagos remoter reaches to hike cragged coastlines and come face to face with basking seals and colonies of gentoos, king and rockhopper penguins as seabirds swoop overhead.  


 

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Special offers in Antarctica

Puerto Chacabuco, Chile

Santiago to Buenos Aires with Regent Seven Seas

25-day luxury ocean cruise holiday from £13,395 pp incl. flights

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cruise offer

Free 3-night pre- or post- cruise land programme
Book by: 31 March 2024

This all-inclusive voyage with Regent Seven Seas is an opportunity to immerse yourself in some of the world’s most impressive scenery, encompassing Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Antarctica Bridge, Silversea

Antarctica Bridge with Silversea

12-day expedition fly-cruise from £16,400 pp incl. flights

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Save up to £3,400 pp
Book by: 16 April 2024

With an included business class flight across the Drake Passage, this Antarctic cruise with Silversea showcases the wildlife and wonders of the White Continent across six unforgettable days.

Scenic Eclipse

Antarctica in Depth on Scenic Eclipse

15-day exploration voyage from £13,785 pp incl. flights

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cruise offer

Save up to 11% on selected departures
Book by: 20 March 2024

Explore the White Continent in unmatched style aboard the world's first discovery yacht – Scenic Eclipse. Enjoy a full range of thrilling excursions, from helicopter flights to submarine dives, as you get up close to Antarctica's spectacular natural world.

Antarctica with Silversea

Antarctica Discovery with Silversea

15-day expedition cruise holiday from £12,700 pp incl. flights

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cruise offer

Save up to £1,300 pp
Book by: 30 April 2024

This is the ultimate introduction to Antarctica. Begin and end your expedition in remote Chilean Patagonia, sailing out to the white continent to spot rare wildlife amid the ice.

Top itineraries in Antarctica

Antarctica with Swan Hellenic

Antarctic Peninsula with Swan Hellenic

13-day expedition cruise holiday

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This epic Swan Hellenic voyage is a spectacular showcase for the drama and beauty of Antarctica, paired with a stay in Buenos Aires.

King penguins, Antarctica

Antarctic Express – Fly the Drake Passage

14-day exploration cruise

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Fly out from Punta Arenas, avoiding the choppy waters of the Drake Passage, to arrive into the South Shetland Islands from where you'll embark on an unforgettable Quark Expeditions voyage into the frozen reaches of Antarctica.

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Top places to stay in Antarctica

Quark Expeditions' World Explorer

Quark Expeditions’ World Explorer

Luxury cruise ship

This luxury expedition ship blends the best in contemporary design with the latest in cutting-edge technology and all the functionality required when sailing the world’s remotest oceans.

Antarctica articles

Emperor Penguin Chick follows after father in Antarctica

The ultimate guide to Antarctica

Travelling to Antarctica is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of trip, but how much do you really know about this vast white continent? We've put together the ultimate guide.

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Why book with Wexas Travel?

At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

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