Antarctic Explorer via Buenos Aires Tour with 7 Reviews by Exodus Adventure Travels

12 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

199 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Ends

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Highlights

Explore highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula

Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the Antarctic Peninsula

Enjoy talks about the environment and wildlife from our onboard Polar experts

Experience abundant wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whales

Travel on a small expedition vessel

Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff

Itinerary

Can you imagine setting foot on the world’s most remote continent, with penguins as your neighbors and icebergs as your backdrop? The 'Antarctic Explorer via Buenos Aires' tour is your chance to make that dream a reality. This 11-day polar expedition begins and ends in lively Buenos Aires before whisking you across the notorious Drake Passage to the majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula.

From the moment you board the pioneering Ultramarine vessel—purpose-built for polar exploration—you’re in for an adventure unlike any other. Marvel at colossal ice formations from a Zodiac, trek across pristine snowfields, and get up close to whales, seals, and colonies of chattering penguins. Knowledgeable Polar experts enrich your journey with talks on Antarctic history, glaciology, and wildlife.

Tailor each day to your interests, whether that means taking a guided hike, enjoying a breathtaking flightseeing excursion, or simply soaking up the otherworldly landscapes. With a range of activity options and the comforts of a state-of-the-art ship, this trip is as customizable as it is exhilarating.

The USP? You’ll have access to adventure opportunities more varied than any other vessel in its class, ensuring your Antarctic experience is truly one-of-a-kind. For experienced travelers dreaming of a bucket-list getaway, this tour package offers a rare chance to witness Earth’s final frontier in style and comfort.

day 1 - Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina

You may arrive in Buenos Aires at any time during Day 1 of your itinerary. Upon arriving in this splendid city, known for its architecture and rich European heritage, you will independently transfer to your group hotel.

day 2 - Fly to Ushuaia and embark

After an early breakfast at the hotel, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Ushuaia, Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to a central downtown location to have some time on your own to explore this quaint port town before making your way to the pier. After a late afternoon embarkation, you will sail along the historic Beagle Channel, which transects the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in the extreme south of South America. Expect an air of anticipation as you depart—the next land you see will be the Antarctic!

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 3 - 4 - Crossing the Drake Passage

Prepare yourself for potentially rough water, but hope for a smooth sailing, as the Drake is unpredictable and always changing. You’ll spend these first days getting to know your shipmates while your Expedition Team provides safety briefings and insights into what excitement lies ahead.The unpredictable and exciting Drake Passage is an adventure unto itself. While being well taken care of by our expert onboard staff and leaders, you’ll have plenty of time to gaze out at the ocean, take pictures of seabirds swooping around the ship, and get to know your Expedition Team and fellow travelers. .

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 5 - 9 - South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

Once the Drake Passage is left in our wake and the South Shetland Islands come into view, your Antarctic adventure truly begins. You will begin to appreciate why this region has long captivated the attention of explorers and travellers alike. On every visit to Antarctica, we witness something new or unexpected, which means your expedition will be unlike any other—a unique, personal experience. Each day, you will take Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore local bays, channels and landing sites. With wildlife always at the forefront of our minds, you will visit penguin rookeries, scout for Humpback and Minke whales, and search for a number of southern seal species, including the cunning Leopard seal. The majesty of the Antarctic Peninsula’s mountains will enchant as you hike snowy pathways to vantage points offering panoramic views of your surroundings. You will discover that Antarctica is a land of extremes. At one moment you’ll be overcome with a feeling of complete isolation and silence, and the next you’ll be inspired by nature as a calving glacier crashes into a brilliant blue sea or a penguin waddles by to inspect your footwear. Amid the serene silence of Antarctica, noisy interludes—such as penguins squabbling over prized pebbles—become indelible memories. Each day will be different, carefully crafted by your Expedition Team to inspire and educate you about this wonderful part of the world.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 10 - 11 - Crossing the Drake Passage

The journey back across the Drake Passage provides a final opportunity to enjoy the invigorating Antarctic air. Spend time on the deck watching for seabirds and scouting for whales, enjoy presentations by your Expedition Team, and celebrate the experiences you've shared exploring the remarkable world of Antarctica.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

day 12 - Disembark in Ushuaia and fly to Buenos Aires

Iou will arrive in Ushuaia in the morning and disembark after breakfast. The mandatory transfer package includes a taste of Patagonia with a Tierra del Fuego National Park tour before transferring to the airport for the return group charter flight to Buenos Aires.

Meals:Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

Beer and wine at dinner

Transport

All transport and listed activitiesMandatory transfer package (including return charter flights Buenos Aires to Ushuaia)We can include flights. Please contact us for a quote.

Guide

Tour leader throughout and qualified Expedition Staff

Others

All meals while on the ship

What's Excluded

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