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Polar · Antarctica
Antarctica
Antarctic Peninsula expeditions, immense glaciers and polar wildlife.
Great for AdventureNature & HikingBucket ListTop Cruise DestinationLuxury Escape
November – March; no normal July Peninsula departure· 12 nights: 9 voyage + 3 gateway· Estimated trips start around $18,000 USD total for 2 guests*
About Antarctica
Travel via Buenos Aires and Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsula during the austral summer. A classic ship-based expedition crosses the Drake Passage and explores ice-filled bays with naturalist guides. July is austral winter, outside the normal tourist sailing season; no July 2026 expedition price is claimed.
Trip Highlights
- Antarctic Peninsula glaciers and iceberg scenery
- Guided Zodiac outings when weather and ice permit
- Penguin colonies observed under wildlife-distance rules
- Onboard naturalist talks during the Drake Passage crossing
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A moment in Antarctica
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Where You'll Stay
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MV Ushuaia — Standard Twin
Classic expedition vessel; 10-day / 9-night seasonal voyage example
Buenos Aires gateway hotel
Two shared double-room nights; 3–4-star property selected at quotation
Ushuaia gateway hotel
One pre-embarkation double-room night; weather buffer recommended
Sample Itinerary
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Every WorldKey itinerary is bespoke. Use this as a starting point, we'll shape yours around dates, pace and the people traveling with you.
Gateway nights 1 – 3
Buenos Aires & Ushuaia
Economy flights from NYC via Buenos Aires to Ushuaia; two Buenos Aires hotel nights and one pre-embarkation Ushuaia night. Allow extra travel days and weather buffers.
Voyage day 1
Ushuaia Embarkation
Board the MV Ushuaia expedition example and sail through the Beagle Channel.
Voyage days 2 – 3
Drake Passage
At-sea crossing and naturalist briefings; conditions determine the schedule.
Voyage days 4 – 7
Antarctic Peninsula
Explore suitable Peninsula and South Shetland sites. Wildlife sightings and Zodiac landings are never guaranteed; kayaking or camping are not included in this baseline.
Voyage days 8 – 10
Return to Ushuaia
Return across the Drake Passage and disembark. Economy connections via Buenos Aires to NYC require sufficient disruption buffers.
Packages & Highlights
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Estimated starting total · shown in USD
$18,000 USD total for 2 guests
Grounded planning estimate for 2 adults from a major U.S. gateway; final trip pricing varies by dates, airfare, lodging, taxes, and personalization. Exchange rates fluctuate daily. Verify today's rate with a trusted source:
Verify on XE.com12 nights: 9 voyage + 3 gateway
The Essentials
A curated first taste, the icons, one signature stay, the moments no first-timer should miss.
- Top 3 highlights
- 1 flagship stay
- Core day-by-day
$18,000 estimated total for 2 guests
Most Loved
12 nights: 9 voyage + 3 gateway
The Signature
Our most-loved balance, deeper immersion, layered stays, and the private access we're best known for.
- 5 signature highlights
- 2 curated stays
- Extended day-by-day
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12 nights: 9 voyage + 3 gateway
The Grand Journey
The full expression, every highlight, every stay, and the rare experiences that turn a trip into a story.
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- All curated stays
- Full itinerary
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Planning budget: approximately $18,000 USD total for 2 adults for a November–March Antarctic Peninsula expedition, not a July departure. July is austral winter and a normal tourist Peninsula sailing is not available. Gateway: Ushuaia, Argentina, via Buenos Aires. Example: MV Ushuaia Classic Antarctica, 10 days/9 voyage nights in a Standard Twin cabin, plus 3 gateway hotel nights (2 Buenos Aires, 1 Ushuaia), 12 accommodation nights overall; allow additional international travel days and disruption buffers. Reference math: 2 × $7,190 voyage + 2 × $944 NYC–Buenos Aires economy return + 2 × $145 Buenos Aires–Ushuaia return + 3 × $180 gateway room allowance + $400 transfers + $200 taxes/baggage/fee cushion + $250 gateway meals = $17,948, rounded to $18,000. The cheaper $6,390 voyage fare is a shared-triple berth, not the twin-cabin assumption. Sources accessed October 17, 2026 refer to current/2026–27 seasonal rates, not historical July prices; verified July 2026 all-in evidence was unavailable. Hotel, transfer and incidental costs are explicit allowances, not dated quotes. Voyage meals and published cruise taxes/fees are included; insurance, optional activities, gratuities and premium upgrades are excluded. Weather, ice, permits and operator decisions govern every landing; a live quote confirms the itinerary and final price.
Signature Experiences
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Naturalist-led Antarctic wildlife observation
Zodiac cruising subject to sea and ice conditions
Photography of glaciers and polar landscapes
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Travel tips
Plan Antarctica with confidence
A concise briefing from your WorldKey advisor, visa guidance, weather notes, and the ideal lead time to secure the finest addresses.
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Best window · November – March; no normal July Peninsula departure
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Best time to book
Lead-time guidance
For high-season travel, plan to reserve 6 – 9 months ahead. Shoulder-season stays can usually be arranged 3 – 4 months out with more flexibility and better rates.
Entry rules and seasonal conditions can change. Your WorldKey advisor will confirm the latest visa, health, and documentation requirements for every traveler in your party before ticketing.
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- Best time
- November – March; no normal July Peninsula departure
- Ideal length
- 12 nights: 9 voyage + 3 gateway
- Price range (USD)
- Estimated trips start around $18,000 USD total for 2 guests*
- Style
- Celebration
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