Expedition Cruise, Small Ship Cruise, Ultra Luxury Cruise
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If there is one place on the globe that fires the imagination of travellers, it is the immaculate White Continent. Inhabited by a surprising endemic fauna, this Antarctica cruise with Ponant will welcome you to the polar.
At the border between the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans, you will enter Drake Passage. See how the wind blows and the waves beat against the stern of the ship. In the sky, cape petrels lead you toward their realm until you reach the first of the continent’s lands.
Ice is there in all its forms. The mountainous landscapes open up to give way to huge glaciers and icebergs drift in the middle of the Southern Ocean. On board, the naturalists share with you the secrets of this unique ecosystem. As you near the shores, the first penguins appear. Gentoo, Adelie, chinstrap: these surprising birds, emblematic of the Antarctic, share their beaches with leopard, crabeater and Weddell seals. During an outing on land or at sea, in a zodiac or a kayak, you will move through a stunning scenery bathed in polar light.
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Included Items
All meals & drinks included onboard (excluding premium brands)
Unlimited Free Wi-Fi
24-hour in-suite dining
Complimentary in-suite minibar
Onboard lectures & presentations
Onboard entertainment
Safety & Port charges
Access to the fitness centre and steam room or sauna, depending on the ship
Conferences delivered by naturalist guides and guests of honour
Taxes for national parks and conservation areas
Zodiac outings and landings
Shore Excursions*
Parkas provided for polar expeditions*
Rental of rubber boots for polar expeditions*
Tour Company
Ponant
Tour Location
Antarctica
Deal Type
Expedition Cruise, Small Ship Cruise, Ultra Luxury Cruise
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Cruise Itinerary +
Pre night accommodation in Buenos Aires
DAY 1 – USHUAIA
Capital of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego province, Ushuaia is considered the gateway to the White Continent and the South Pole. With its exceptional site, where the Andes plunge straight into the sea, Ushuaia is one of the most fascinating places on earth, its very name evocative of journeys to the unlikely and the inaccessible…
DAY 2 & 3 – CROSSING THE DRAKE PACKAGE
Use your days spent in the Drake Passage to familiarise yourself with your ship and deepen your knowledge of the Antarctic. The Expedition Leader will first present the IAATO rules of conduct that must be observed during landings in the region and will explain everything you need to know about the zodiac outings. You will experience exceptional sailing moments on board and join the naturalist-guides on your ship’s exterior decks to look out for albatrosses, cape petrels, and other seabirds flying over the Drake Passage.
DAY 4 to 8 – ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
Succumb to the magic of a place unlike any other. To this day, the mythical Antarctic Peninsula still holds real fascination and promises its visitors unforgettable moments. Throughout your adventure in this icy realm, you will find yourself in the heart of a spectacular decor in subtle shades of blue and white, surrounded by exceptional wildlife. Penguins, humpback whales, seals and giant petrels are at home here, as are elephant seals, fur seals, Antarctic minke whales, and orcas.
Each day, based on ice conditions, the Captain and the Expedition Leader will suggest zodiac outings or landings to discover the infinite riches of the Antarctic Peninsula. Glaciers, ice floe, tabletop icebergs, mountain peaks that plunge straight into the sea, volcanic beaches, research stations, enchanting bays, and vestiges of the whaling industry: these are the faces of the Antarctic that will likely reveal themselves to you, in a hushed and surreal atmosphere.
DAY 9 & 10 – CROSSING THE DRAKE PASSAGE
Situated at the latitude of the infamous Furious Fifties winds, between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands, it is the shortest route to connect Antarctica to South America. Seasoned navigators will tell you that you must earn your visit to the White Continent! As the Antarctic convergence zone where cold currents rising up from the South Pole meet warmer equatorial water masses, Drake Passage harbours a very diverse marine fauna. Don’t forget to look to the sky to catch a glimpse of elegant albatross and Cape petrels, playfully floating about in the wind around your ship.
DAY 11 – USHUAIA
Capital of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego province, Ushuaia is considered the gateway to the White Continent and the South Pole. Nicknamed “El fin del mundo” by the Argentinian people, this city at the end of the world nestles in the shelter of mountains surrounded by fertile plains that the wildlife seem to have chosen as the ultimate sanctuary. With its exceptional site, where the Andes plunge straight into the sea, Ushuaia is one of the most fascinating places on earth, its very name evocative of journeys to the unlikely and the inaccessible…
Flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
Booking Terms & Conditions
Advertised price based on 2 January 2028 departure in a Balcony cabin. Pricing is correct as of 16 April 2026, subject to availability at the time of booking. Advertised price includes savings discount. Offers may be withdrawn or prices updated by the supplier at any time, so please enquire with our expert consultants for the latest pricing, terms and conditions. Single supplement may also apply. *Save up to 30% is capacity controlled, and is currently available until sold out.
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