Trip Idea
Antarctica: The Great White Frontier
Ushuaia, Argentina → Drake Passage → South Shetland Islands → Antarctic Peninsula
4 stops10 nightsBest: Nov–Mar
Route
Ushuaia, Argentina → Drake Passage → South Shetland Islands → Antarctic Peninsula
Duration
10 nights
Best time
Nov–Mar
From
from ~$8,000/person · est.
About this trip
Places to visit
Itinerary
Ushuaia, Argentina
1 nightThe southernmost city on Earth serves as the dramatic, mountainous gateway to the Antarctic wilderness.
Drake Passage
2 nightsA legendary stretch of open ocean that tests your sea legs while building anticipation for the frozen realm ahead.
South Shetland Islands
1 nightJagged, volcanic islands that provide the first breathtaking glimpse of Antarctica's rugged coastal beauty.
Antarctic Peninsula
4 nightsThe heart of the expedition, offering awe-inspiring landscapes of blue ice, towering peaks, and curious wildlife.
Good to know
- 💵CurrencyUSD is standard on board; local currency not needed in Antarctica.
- 🧥PackingLayering is essential; waterproof gear is usually provided by the expedition.
- ❄️EtiquetteFollow IAATO guidelines strictly; take nothing, leave nothing.
