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Step onto Antarctica’s icy expanse without the long sea voyage—"Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle" offers a thrilling 11-day polar expedition beginning and ending in Punta Arenas. Perfect for those seeking an easy yet deeply moving adventure, you’ll fly straight to King George Island and begin your exploration of the awe-inspiring 7th Continent almost instantly.
Each day is a tapestry of emotions, from the exhilaration of wildlife sightings—whales breaching, penguins waddling among rookeries—to the quiet majesty of glacial landscapes. Whether you’re scaling peaks for panoramic views or listening to the thunder of calving glaciers, Antarctica’s profound solitude and beauty will leave a lasting imprint.
This tour package’s unique selling point is its swift access via flight, maximizing your time amidst the polar wonders. With all accommodation, transport, and meals covered, it’s an easy, immersive introduction to Antarctica for travelers eager to experience something truly transformative.
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Punta Arenas, King George Island
Punta Arenas, King George Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage
In 2004, Quark Expeditions made Polar history when they conducted the first-ever ground visit to the remote Emperor penguin colony near Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Driven by a true expeditionary spirit—and guided by years of Polar expertise—the team sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of Emperor penguins. Today, it is one of the most exclusive wildlife viewing experiences on the planet. We invite you—almost two decades after our milestone visit of 2004—to embrace the thrill of the search as we once again set out to visit to the emperor penguins at Snow Hill Island.
Experience a true Polar quest as we journey on our new ship, Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters that will fly guests to the vicinity of this rarely-visited rookery, whereupon they will walk across the thick sea ice to stand within metres of the most coveted penguin species on the planet. Anticipate scenes reminiscent of “March of the Penguins” and BBC’s “Frozen Planet.” Just imagine the penguins tobogganing across the ice towards the sea. Such wildlife moments are too precious for words!
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Drake Pas
Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Drake Passage, Weddell Island
Vast penguin colonies, dramatic coastlines, and the legend of Ernest Shackleton—these are just a few highlights awaiting experienced travelers on the 21-day "Spirit of Shackleton" expedition cruise. Departing from Ushuaia, this awe-inspiring photography tour sails to South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula, revealing the haunting beauty and history of the world’s most remote wilderness. Along the way, you’ll visit historic explorers’ sites and Shackleton’s final resting place, while encountering seals, penguins, and towering icebergs. The USP? This trip offers an unrivaled blend of wildlife encounters and polar history, making it a dream for those seeking a comprehensive Antarctic adventure.
Set out from Montevideo on a 22-day odyssey to the ends of the Earth with the "Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica" tour package, tailored for those hungry for exploration and wildlife. Sail to the Falkland Islands, witness King penguins and abandoned whaling stations on South Georgia, and cross legendary Drake Passage to Antarctica. Daily Zodiac excursions, insightful lectures, and the chance to visit Shackleton’s grave create a deep connection to the region’s explorers and wildlife. This trip’s USP is its comprehensive scope—combining the best of sub-Antarctic and Antarctic highlights in a single, unforgettable adventure for experienced travelers.
Photography toursWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
10-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ushuaia, Montevideo, South Georg
Ushuaia, Montevideo, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, Drake Passage, Falkland Islands, Stanley
