South America Cruise Trips in 2025/2026

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Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

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Revel in the excitement of crossing the famed Drake Passage after embarking from Ushuaia, with the convenience of a northbound return flight at the end of your expedition. Minke and humpback whales or Adélie penguins floating on ice floes may greet you as you pass, enroute to the northernmost tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. The surreal silence in this vast wilderness may at first overwhelm, but playful, charismatic wildlife and your intrepid traveling companions keep you grounded. You’ll develop a new appreciation and understanding of Antarctica’s extreme contrasts - harsh, rugged mountain peaks and fragile ecosystems; stark, lonely icescapes and populous, gregarious penguins.

Cruise

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel, Yacht Cabin

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ushuaia, Punta Arenas, Drake Pas

Ushuaia, Punta Arenas, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands

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Duration10 days

From

USD 17,095

USD 13,761

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USD 3,334

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Falkland Islands and South Georgia: 20-Day Wildlife Adventure

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No other voyage compares: spend more time exploring the Falkland Islands and South Georgia than ever before on our exclusive Falkland Islands and South Georgia: 20-Day Wildlife Adventure. Sailing from the Patagonian coastal city of Puerto Madryn, you’ll reach the northwesternmost islands of the Falklands—a rare achievement for even the most seasoned polar adventurers. Enjoy three days exploring the Falklands archipelago, with visits to spectacular sites like Steeple Jason—the world’s largest black-browed albatross colony—and New Island. Then immerse yourself for six full days in wildlife-rich South Georgia—virtually unheard of in expedition travel.

Cruise

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

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Duration20 days

From

USD 26,995

USD 21,371

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USD 5,624

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Quito And Legend Galapagos Cruise

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This journey will take you through the ancient splendors of Quito and the exotic islands of the Galapagos with their endemic animals. Begin your journey in Quito, the breathtaking capital city surrounded by the Andes Mountains. From there you will catch your flight to Baltra Island and sail to Santa Cruz, where you will learn about the volcanic soils and search for the world- famous Giant Tortoises. Next, you will travel to incredible places as Genovesa Island and Darwin Bay, where you will have the chance to see the Red-footed Boobies, as well as experience on sand, rock and lava formations so common in this area. Your next destinations will be Plaza Island and Santa Fe Island, where you will be immediately distracted by the abundant sea lions. On different stops you will have the chance to spot different variety of birds, such as Blue Footed Boobies, Frigate Birds, Red- Billed Tropicbirds, Swallow-Tailed Gulls. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel in turquoise waters and wonder at Galapagos amazing aquatic life. End you exploration the by Bachas Beach and visit the lagoon with wading birds, marine iguanas and sometimes even flamingoes. Finally fly back to Quito to connect with your flight back home.

Cruise Wildlife

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Darwin

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Darwin Bay, Santa Fe Island, Baltra Island

Duration6 days

From

USD 3,622

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Patagonia: Edge of the World featuring Argentina, Chile, and a 4-Night Patagonia Cruise

4.9

(18 reviews )

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All in all, it was a first-class tour. Patagonia was amazingly, breath takingly beautiful. Our tour manager Cristobal was outstanding. A very dedicated, personable, knowledgeable and caring person who showed interest in all 24 of us on the tour. My husband & I would like to take another tour with him. Accommodations were first class. The only negative mention about the accommodations was the Remota Patagonia Lodge, although unusual, interesting architecture & lovely setting, we wish it was closer to Puerto Natales as we would have liked to have had more time to explore. The 4 days cruise aboard the Ventus Australis was exceptional, the service, food and knowledgeable crew, some of whom were our onshore guides. Most of the tour inclusions were excellent. My most memorable experiences were visiting the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier near El Calafate (some parts of the glacier inspired the look of a beautiful ice cathedral with sterling blue stained-glass windows), Torres del Paine National Park with its majestic mountains, aqua glacial waters and wild life (the good weather gods were with us to see all there was to see!), a Zodiac trip to Tucker Islets to see close-up the Magellan penguins and the chance to disembark at Cape Horn National Park, the "end of the earth". I was disappointed we did not have enough time to go for a hike at Tierra del Fuego National Park. The tour of Buenos Aires at the beginning of our trip was good but wish we had a chance to spend more time in the La Boca neighborhood.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Ship Cabin

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Puerto Natales, Ch

Buenos Aires, Puerto Natales, Chilean Fjords, Wulaia Bay, El Calafate, Torres del Paine National Park

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Duration15 days

From

USD 10,099

USD 9,399

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USD 700

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Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

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The Antarctic region offers so many extraordinary things to see and do, and traveling with Quark Expeditions offers multiple options to personalize your experience. We’ve designed this guide to help you identify what interests you most, so that you can start planning your version of the perfect Antarctic expedition. The 20–day Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica itinerary is a fantastic way to get to the rarely visited Falkland Islands and South Georgia before setting foot on the 7th Continent. Stroll the quaint English village of Stanley in the Falklands, wander the islands’ sandy dunes, and birdwatch at rugged seabird cliffs. In South Georgia, discover the beaches where king penguins breed—one of the highest densities of animal life on Earth, and learn about the rich historical legacy of the places you visit. Both islands are known as meccas for wildlife with epic displays of animals congregating by the thousands. Then, explore the stunning Antarctic Peninsula and enter a world of ice, snow and natural wonders. Pursue your personal passions with a choice of rewarding activities and our extensive educational program. Antarctica has been inspiring explorers for centuries and our expeditions offer the chance for you to discover why. We’re excited to host you on your unforgettable adventure. Feel free to reach out to our team of Polar Travel Advisers who can answer your questions and provide assistance at any time.

Cruise

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ushuaia

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Duration20 days

From

USD 30,695

USD 24,534

Saving

USD 6,161

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Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

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Relatively few humans set foot on the remote 7th Continent. Even fewer achieve the incomparable polar milestone of crossing the Antarctic Circle. While navigating beyond 66°33' South is the highlight of the 14-day Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle, this voyage encompasses many extraordinary immersive adventures and breath–taking polar landscapes. Traveling with Quark Expeditions on our brand-new ship, World Voyager, you'll be able to explore this fascinating region by ship, Zodiac, kayak and during guided hikes. In addition to navigating beyond 66⁰33´ South—which is marked by a special on-board celebration—you’ll be able to explore penguin colonies, glaciers, remote bays and historical sites of the Peninsula and experience the awe of splendid isolation. Our ultimate goal is to allow you to customize your adventure as you cross the 7th Continent off your bucket list. Reach out to our team of Polar Travel Advisers for assistance at any time.

Cruise

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

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Duration14 days

From

USD 21,295

USD 17,352

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USD 3,943

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Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals

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Imagine sitting in a Zodiac or kayak in the waters off the Antarctic Peninsula in the company of marine mammal scientists, listening to whale sounds—sometimes haunting, sometimes melodic—from deep beneath the ocean surface. You, the guest, aren’t merely an observer; you’re a participant in citizen science. With the deployment of portable hydrophone units—just one aspect of the 11-day hands-on Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales & Seals—you’ll have access to an audio portal into the underwater world of the Antarctic Peninsula. In that moment, as you assist experts who are collecting data on various aspects of whale behavior, you are helping to protect one of the most majestic marine mammals to grace the Antarctic. Throughout this unique expedition to the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands, guests will explore alongside Ari Friedlaender, founder of the Friedlaender Lab, a highly respected marine mammal research group at the University of California. Friedlaender co-developed this 11-day itinerary that will maximize migratory whale sightings, primarily minke, humpback and fin whales. Throughout the voyage, guests will learn from Friedlaender and his team, who focus on new biotelemetry technology to better understand the underwater behavior and ecology of whales. You will also have access to a research associate from Happywhale, the educational platform that engages citizen scientists to identify individual whale species for research and conservation purposes. A special component of this trip is the Science Hub, where you can engage with whale experts, contribute to citizen science projects, and ultimately play a vital role in conserving this pristine polar habitat for all marine mammals.

Cruise

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

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Duration11 days

From

USD 14,095

USD 11,196

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USD 2,899

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All South America Cruise Trips

Page 5 of 63 Cruise Trips in South America with 144 Reviews

Page 5 of 63 Cruise Trips in South America with 144 Reviews

Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Falkland Islands and South Georgia: 20-Day Wildlife Adventure

Quito And Legend Galapagos Cruise

Patagonia: Edge of the World featuring Argentina, Chile, and a 4-Night Patagonia Cruise

Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals

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All South America Cruise Trips

Page 5 of 63 Cruise Trips in South America with 144 Reviews

Page 5 of 63 Cruise Trips in South America with 144 Reviews

Antarctic Express: Sail South, Fly North

Falkland Islands and South Georgia: 20-Day Wildlife Adventure

Quito And Legend Galapagos Cruise

Patagonia: Edge of the World featuring Argentina, Chile, and a 4-Night Patagonia Cruise

Penguins of the Far South: Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica

Antarctic Peninsula: Crossing the Circle

Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals