Camping
Optional activities · from $395Roll out your bivouac bag directly onto the snow beneath the southern heavens, falling asleep to the rumble of distant calving glaciers and calling gentoo penguins.
Available
December 2026
Extended Antarctic Circle Crossing
From
$15,187
Arrival
Jan 10, 2027
⚓ Buenos Aires
Duration
14 days
13 nights
Ice class
1A
Ice Class 1A: Strengthened hull and machinery for navigation in difficult ice conditions.
Year built
1989
Day by day
Route:
Itinerary and landing sites are indicative and subject to change based on weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions.
Day 1 — Arrive and Explore in Ushuaia
After a friendly welcome at the airport, we'll transfer you to one of our partnered premium hotel resorts nestled in the breathtaking Patagonian nature, where you can take some time to unwind or go explore the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. Our optional evening briefing is your opportunity to ask questions and meet some of your fellow explorers.
Day 2 — All Aboard!
Spend your morning relaxing at the hotel, visiting a museum, or exploring the shops in Ushuaia, before our mid-afternoon escort to the ship. Our Expedition Team and ship staff will welcome you on board and get you settled in, followed by a safety and orientation briefing and our Captain’s welcome dinner. We’re on our way to Antarctica!
Days 3–4 — Drake Passage
Join our Polar Experts as they share their vast knowledge of Antarctica, from its enchanting wildlife to its bold history. Participate in our pioneering Citizen Science program or sit back and take in this fabled journey while catching glimpses of rarely seen wildlife. Keep your binoculars handy to identify the many seabirds that escort our ship as we cross the Antarctic Convergence into Antarctica’s waters and noticeably cooler temperatures.
Day 5 — South Shetland Islands
Over time, the volcanic activity of the South Shetland Islands has created a geology unlike any other. Here, you can expect a spectacular display of mountains, glaciers, and wildlife, including Chinstrap and Gentoo penguins, and it’s not uncommon to share the water’s edge with Elephant and Fur seals. Whales are often spotted as well. So, we’ll settle into our Zodiacs and kayaks and spend most of our day exploring. Whether on land or sea, in Zodiac or kayak, be prepared for a fully immersive introduction to this incomparable part of the world.
Days 6–9 — Achieving the Antarctic Circle
We venture west along the Antarctic Peninsula into the Gerlache Strait region, exploring a variety of sites highlighting the area’s staggering natural beauty. Iconic experiences await on our twice-daily excursions. From Zodiac cruises into Paradise Bay to witnessing penguins nesting on Cuverville Island, each potential stop promises awe-inspiring encounters. We’ll explore historic huts at Damoy Point, keep an eye out for humpback whales in Wilhelmina Bay, and continue south until we reach the crown jewel of this expedition, the jaw-dropping scenery through the Lemaire Channel. Weather permitting, we’ll cross the Antarctic Circle at 66°33’S, an achievement that will put you in rare company.
Day 10–11 — South Shetland Islands
This archipelago represents the northernmost tip of Antarctica, standing proud against the relentless force of the Southern Ocean. The ice-capped peaks of Livingstone, Greenwich, and King George Islands offer a stunning backdrop to explore. And despite the furious elements, the islands boast a remarkable richness of wildlife, with numerous colonies of Gentoo and Chinstrap Penguins dotting the island shores, accompanied by an array of formidable seabirds like the predatory Giant Petrels. Weather permitting, we’ll explore the eerie landscape of Deception Island, an active volcanic crater with black steaming sands and rusting ruins, and immerse ourselves in the history of Yankee Harbour, once a vital anchorage for sealers.
Days 12–13 — Drake Passage
We leave this magical place and make our way north, once again heading across the Antarctic Convergence and the Drake Passage. We have one last hurrah as we celebrate the conclusion of our expedition with a special slideshow and a final meal together.
Day 14 — Ushuaia Disembarkation
With huge smiles on weary, content faces, we disembark in the morning, letting you catch a flight to Buenos Aires or stay in Ushuaia for more sights and adventure.
Activities
Hiking & snowshoeing
Optional activities · from $150Crunch through pristine snow up glaciated ridges and volcanic vantage points for breathtaking 360° panoramas over iceberg-choked straits and penguin rookeries.
Kayaking & paddling
Optional activitiesPaddle in near-silence through mirror-calm glacial bays, drifting alongside iridescent ice sculptures and listening to the deep exhales of surfacing humpback whales.
Photography
Optional activitiesSpecialized workshops and excursions guided by professional polar photographers to capture the ethereal midnight sun, dynamic wildlife action, and sculpted blue ice.
Expedition Overview
Operator
Polar Latitudes
All-Inclusive ExpeditionPolar Latitudes operates dedicated polar expedition voyages to the White Continent with seasoned expedition teams.
Month
December 2026
Peak Season · 20h DaylightLong polar days, hatching penguin chicks, and peak summer activity across rookeries and bays.
Hatching Chicks
20h Sunlight
First Whales
Regions
Visited Regions
6 regions on this voyage
Beagle Channel
Scenic Fjord • Sea Lion Colonies & Les Eclaireurs
Drake Passage
Rite of Passage • Albatross Alley
South Shetland Islands
Volcanic Isles • Penguin Rookeries & Calderas
King George Island
Fly-Cruise Hub • Multi-National Stations
Antarctic Peninsula
Classic Antarctica • Towering Peaks & Wildlife
Antarctic Circle
Deep South • 66°33′ S & Midnight Sun
Lowest available price
Cheapest cabin across all tracked offers — 2 price changes since Jul 20, 2026
No change
since first tracked
$15,187
▲ $21,695
▼ $15,187
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Aug 12
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$15,187 now
low $15,187 · high $21,695
Jul 20, 2026 – today
Cheapest per-person price across all cabins and operators, captured over time. Past changes don't predict future prices.
Cabin offers
| Cabin | Occupancy | Price (per person) | Promo | Availability | Source | detail.action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Porthole Stateroom
4 staterooms on Deck 3 with two portholes, 14-15 m².
In your cabin
|
double | $13,157 | Reduced from 18,795 USD | sold out | Polar Latitudes | |
Ocean Stateroom
Best price
20 staterooms on Deck 3 with large window, 14-15 m².
In your cabin
|
double | $15,187 | Reduced from 21,695 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Vista Stateroom
22 staterooms on Deck 4 with large window — the most numerous category.
In your cabin
|
double | $15,327 | Reduced from 21,895 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Balcony Stateroom
8 staterooms on Deck 5 with Juliet balcony, 19-20 m².
In your cabin
|
double | $16,657 | Reduced from 23,795 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Discovery Suite
6 suites on Deck 5 with two Juliet balconies.
In your cabin
|
double | $17,427 | Reduced from 24,895 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Navigator Stateroom
2 staterooms on Deck 7 with private balcony.
In your cabin
|
double | $18,197 | Reduced from 25,995 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Owner's Suite
2 suites on Deck 7 with private balcony — the largest accommodation on board.
In your cabin
|
double | $20,857 | Reduced from 29,795 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Porthole Stateroom — Single
4 staterooms on Deck 3 with two portholes, 14-15 m².
In your cabin
|
single | $22,366 | Reduced from 31,951 USD | sold out | Polar Latitudes | |
Grand Suite
2 suites on Deck 7 (Panorama Deck) with private balcony.
In your cabin
|
double | $22,747 | Reduced from 32,495 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Ocean Stateroom — Single
20 staterooms on Deck 3 with large window, 14-15 m².
In your cabin
|
single | $25,817 | Reduced from 36,881 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Vista Stateroom — Single
22 staterooms on Deck 4 with large window — the most numerous category.
In your cabin
|
single | $26,055 | Reduced from 37,221 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Balcony Stateroom — Single
8 staterooms on Deck 5 with Juliet balcony, 19-20 m².
In your cabin
|
single | $28,316 | Reduced from 40,451 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Discovery Suite — Single
6 suites on Deck 5 with two Juliet balconies.
In your cabin
|
single | $29,625 | Reduced from 42,321 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Navigator Stateroom — Single
2 staterooms on Deck 7 with private balcony.
In your cabin
|
single | $30,934 | Reduced from 44,191 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Solo Vista Stateroom — Single
3 dedicated solo staterooms on Deck 4 with large window, 16-18 m².
In your cabin
|
single | $32,495 | — | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Owner's Suite — Single
2 suites on Deck 7 with private balcony — the largest accommodation on board.
In your cabin
|
single | $35,456 | Reduced from 50,651 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
|
Grand Suite — Single
2 suites on Deck 7 (Panorama Deck) with private balcony.
In your cabin
|
single | $38,669 | Reduced from 55,241 USD | available | Polar Latitudes | View at operator |
Prices are captured from operator websites and may change — the operator's site is authoritative. Captured Sep 1, 2026 06:16 UTC.
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Wildlife on this route
Wildlife
Gentoo Penguin
A stocky, orange-billed penguin of the genus Pygoscelis, closest kin to the Adélie and Chinstrap. Its loud, trumpeting call, delivered with head thrown back, carries across the shoreline colonies where expedition landings are made.
Wildlife
Humpback Whale
A 14–17 metre baleen whale known for breaching and long pectoral fins, often seen feeding on krill in loose groups along the ice edge.
Wildlife
Orca
Black and white apex predator instantly recognizable by its pale eye patches, the orca is the largest of the dolphins and one of the ocean's most capable hunters. Sightings often involve a tight-knit family pod working the ice edge together.
Wildlife
Wandering Albatross
The snowy albatross, better known as the wandering albatross, has the widest wingspan of any living bird alive today. Watch for it riding the wind for hours behind the ship without a single wingbeat.