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Antarctica / Polar Latitudes

Antarctic Peninsula: An Explorer's Expedition

A roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia, with daily landings and Zodiac cruising adjusted to ice, wildlife, weather, and safe access.

PremiumAntarctic PeninsulaNovember 2026
Antarctic Peninsula
11 days
Ocean Victory
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Planned itinerary

The expedition, day by day.

Landing locations and sequencing may change. The captain and expedition leader adapt the plan for sea ice, weather, wildlife, safety, and local access.

Day 1

Arrive in Ushuaia

Transfer to the included hotel, explore the city, and attend the optional briefing.

Day 2

Embarkation

Board the expedition ship, complete safety briefings, and sail south.

Days 3-4

Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.

Day 5

South Shetland Islands

Explore volcanic shores by Zodiac and look for returning penguins, seals, whales, and early-season sea ice.

Days 6-8

Antarctic Peninsula

Flexible landings and cruising focus on spring wildlife behavior, pristine snow, icebergs, historic sites, and scientific bases.

Days 9-10

Drake Passage

Cross the Drake Passage with seabird watching, expert lectures, safety briefings, Citizen Science, and time on the observation decks.

Day 11

Ushuaia

Disembark in the morning.

Ocean Victory in Antarctic waters

Your expedition ship

Ocean Victory

Sister ship to Ocean Albatros, designed around an X-Bow hull, generous viewing areas, two hydraulic platforms, outdoor Jacuzzis, wellness facilities, and efficient expedition boarding.

Capacity to reconfirmIce Class 1A / Polar Class 6X-Bow designHydraulic viewing platformsMost cabins have balconies
Explore ship and cabins
Ocean views

Exterior Stateroom

An outside-facing cabin with private bathroom, refrigerator, TV, safe, climate control, bathrobe, and USB charging.

Private balcony

Balcony Stateroom

Most cabins include a private balcony, keeping the polar landscape visible from the room.

Extra living space

Suite

Expanded accommodation with a sitting area and premium deck positioning; configuration varies by suite grade.

What's included

  • One pre-expedition hotel night in Ushuaia on published Antarctica programs
  • All meals onboard and complimentary coffee and tea
  • Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages with dinner
  • All scheduled Zodiac cruises and expedition shore landings
  • Lectures, briefings, and guidance from the expedition team
  • Voyage photographer and professional photography coach
  • Citizen Science opportunities
  • Certified emergency physician and onboard clinic
  • Loan expedition jacket and a custom down jacket to keep
  • Dedicated passenger service manager

Not included

  • International and domestic flights to or from Ushuaia
  • Passport, visa, reciprocity, and entry fees
  • Travel insurance and emergency evacuation coverage
  • Optional kayaking, camping, snowshoeing, and immersive photography programs
  • Premium drinks outside the published dinner beverage service
  • Laundry, spa treatments, boutique purchases, and personal expenses
  • Any hotel nights, transfers, or services not listed in the final booking confirmation

Cabin verification

Confirm the current fare and cabin inventory.

Starting fares can change. An advisor will confirm cabin category, solo supplement, deposit terms, optional activities, and final inclusions.

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