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Expedition Departure · 16 days Available

Quest for the Antarctic Circle National Geographic Endurance Jan 25, 2027 – Feb 9, 2027

Cabin offers

Cabin Occupancy Price (per person) Availability Action
Category 1 (Fore Deck)
Category 1 (Fore Deck)
17 m² 2 guests

Fore Deck: Cabins feature two large windows; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • 2 large windows
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Window sofa
  • Armchair
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$29,900
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 2 (Fore Deck)
Category 2 (Fore Deck)
19 m² 2 guests

Fore Deck: Cabins feature two large windows; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 19
  • 2 large windows
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Window sofa
  • Armchair
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$31,400
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 3 (Main Deck)
Category 3 (Main Deck)
19 m² 2–3 guests

Main Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$39,250
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 4 (Lounge Deck)
Category 4 (Lounge Deck)
19 m² 2–3 guests

Lounge Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$40,820
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 5 (Bridge Deck)
Category 5 (Bridge Deck) Best price
19 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$42,450
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Available View at operator
Category SA (Main Deck)
Category SA (Main Deck) — Single
13 m² 1 guests

Main Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with chair and a table; one single bed; bedside table; writing desk with chair; mini fridge; and a closet.

In your cabin 15
  • Private balcony with chair and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Single bed
  • Bedside table
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$44,100
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category SB (Lounge Deck)
Category SB (Lounge Deck) — Single
13 m² 1 guests

Lounge Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with chair, a hammock, and a table; one single bed; bedside table; writing desk with chair; mini fridge; and a closet.

In your cabin 15
  • Private balcony with chair, hammock and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Single bed
  • Bedside table
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$45,900
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 6 (Bridge Deck)
Category 6 (Bridge Deck)
32 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Junior suite features a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; espresso maker; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower. Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa treatment and one igloo reservation per departure.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 2 49" TVs
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$48,800
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 7 (Bridge Deck)
Category 7 (Bridge Deck)
39.9 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Suites feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; espresso maker; large walk-in closet; and a spacious bathroom with a double vanity, bathtub, towel warmer and rain shower. Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa treatment and one igloo reservation per departure.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • Walk-in closet
  • 2 49" TVs
  • Bathroom with double vanity, bathtub, towel warmer, and rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Double
$56,120
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Available View at operator
Category 1 (Fore Deck)
Category 1 (Fore Deck) — Single
17 m² 2 guests

Fore Deck: Cabins feature two large windows; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • 2 large windows
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Window sofa
  • Armchair
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$59,800
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 2 (Fore Deck)
Category 2 (Fore Deck) — Single
19 m² 2 guests

Fore Deck: Cabins feature two large windows; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 19
  • 2 large windows
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Window sofa
  • Armchair
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$62,800
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 3 (Main Deck)
Category 3 (Main Deck) — Single
19 m² 2–3 guests

Main Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$78,500
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 4 (Lounge Deck)
Category 4 (Lounge Deck) — Single
19 m² 2–3 guests

Lounge Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$81,640
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 5 (Bridge Deck)
Category 5 (Bridge Deck) — Single
19 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Cabins feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 43" TV
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$84,900
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Available View at operator
Category 6 (Bridge Deck)
Category 6 (Bridge Deck) — Single
32 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Junior suite features a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; espresso maker; closet; and a bathroom with a rain shower. Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa treatment and one igloo reservation per departure.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • 4 wardrobe closets
  • 2 49" TVs
  • Bathroom with rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$97,600
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Sold out
Category 7 (Bridge Deck)
Category 7 (Bridge Deck) — Single
39.9 m² 2–3 guests

Bridge Deck: Suites feature a private balcony with two chairs, a hammock, and a table; two single beds that convert to a queen; two bedside tables; sofa that converts to a single bed; writing desk with chair; coffee table; mini fridge; espresso maker; large walk-in closet; and a spacious bathroom with a double vanity, bathtub, towel warmer and rain shower. Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa treatment and one igloo reservation per departure.

In your cabin 18
  • Private balcony with 2 chairs, a hammock, and a table
  • Walk-in closet
  • 2 49" TVs
  • Bathroom with double vanity, bathtub, towel warmer, and rain shower
  • 2 lower single beds that convert to a queen
  • 2 bedside tables
  • Sofa that converts to a single bed
  • Writing desk with drawers and chair
  • Coffee table
  • Coat hooks
  • Mini fridge
  • Ice bucket and glasses
  • Small safe
  • Barometer
  • Clock
  • IPad
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
Single
$112,240
Up to $2,000 Air Credit
Available View at operator

Prices are captured from operator websites and may change — the operator's site is authoritative. Captured Nov 2, 2026 06:15 UTC.

Route 9 waypoints

Itinerary and landing sites are indicative and subject to change based on weather, sea ice, and wildlife conditions.

Daily schedule
DAY 1 Buenos Aires, Argentina Jan 25

Arrive in Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina. Transfer from the airport to the Alvear Icon, or similar. Arrival Time: Arrive before 11:30 a.m. local time. Arrival City: Buenos Aires, Argentina

DAY 2 Fly to Ushuaia, Argentina / Embark Ship Jan 26

Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Enjoy lunch on a catamaran cruise of the Beagle Channel. Embark the National Geographic Endurance .

DAYS 3–4 At Sea Crossing the Drake Passage Jan 27 – 28

This 500-mile-wide strait between South America and the Antarctic Peninsula is one of the most famous bodies of water in the world. Sometimes ferocious, sometimes flat calm, the Drake is always a fascinating place in its own right. This part of your journey is the best opportunity to see gorgeous seabirds like the wandering albatross, and you might be lucky enough to encounter killer whales or rare species of dolphins. This is also a day to get to know the ship and prepare for your adventures ahead. Visit the Bridge (a great place to spot wildlife), have a relaxing massage, attend a talk about the biology of the penguins you’ll soon be seeing or settle into a comfy chair in the observation lounge looking out over the waves and reflect on the incredible history of this fabled passage. If it does get a little rough, just take a couple of nice naps; you'll be in Antarctica before you know it.

DAYS 5–13 Deep Exploration Towards the Antarctica Circle Jan 29 – Feb 6

With long hours of daylight at this time of year and nine days on the Continent, you'll experience more as you sail in the wake of history’s boldest explorers on a quest to cross the legendary Antarctic Circle. Your schedule is flexible, and the state-of-the-art ship you'll be sailing on allows you to get deeper and go further to explore the unexpected—whether it's watching whales at play off the bow of the ship, walking amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins, enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise under the spectacular midnight sun or even discovering a new uncharted cove. While wildlife is magnificent, ice defines the Antarctic. You’ll get to know ice up close and personal, from icebergs the size of islands, bergy bits and near-vertical glaciers to the fragile, nearly invisible layers that have just begun to freeze. One day, you might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level or embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags. The next, you might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. No matter where you go in Antarctica, you're surrounded by opportunities to capture uniquely beautiful images. Along the way, your expert expedition team will enrich your experiences and the vessel's Icemaster Captain will navigate you safely through these icy waters.

DAYS 14–15 At Sea  Feb 7 – 8

Enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America and see the meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Take some time to go through your photos. Send a message home to friends and family saying: “Don’t want this to end!” And celebrate your voyage at a farewell dinner on board.

DAY 16 Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Buenos Aires   Feb 9

Disembark in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Fly to Buenos Aires and connect with your overnight flight home. Departure Time: Depart after 9:00 p.m. local time. Departure City: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Visited Regions

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Polar destination guide

Expedition Overview

National Geographic Endurance
Mid-Size Expedition Ship

National Geographic Endurance

IAATO Category 1 (101–200 guests) — full Category 1 site access via two-group shore & Zodiac rotations

138 guests Ice class PC5 Polar Class 5: Year-round operation in medium first-year ice; heavy polar capability. Built 2020 76 cabins
20–23h 0°C to +7°C 34% sea ice
High Summer · Playful Chicks

January 2027

Warmest temperatures, fluffy penguin chicks forming crèches, and surging whale arrivals.

Playful Chicks Whale Watching Warmest Weather
United States
National Geographic Partner

Lindblad Expeditions

Lindblad Expeditions operates dedicated polar expedition voyages to Antarctica with experienced expedition teams.

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Wildlife on this route

Penguins

Emperor Penguins

The world's largest penguin breeds only in Antarctica's brutal winter. A rare and unforgettable sight.

Penguins

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.

Whales & Dolphins

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.

Whales & Dolphins

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.

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from $42,450
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