This is a classic Antarctica expedition focused on exploring and learning. You’ll visit the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where glaciers meet the sea, and wildlife is everywhere, including Gentoo and Chinstrap Penguins, Seals, and Whales.

The trip combines Zodiac cruises, shore landings, and expert-led lectures on board, giving you the full experience of what it’s like to live and explore in one of the most remote places on Earth.

This voyage is great for first-time visitors who want a mix of daily outdoor exploration and onboard insight, the perfect balance between adventure and learning.

When: November - March

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 7750 USD
Couple - from 19100 USD (for 2 pax)
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 16300 USD

This is a classic Antarctica expedition focused on exploring and learning. You’ll visit the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands, where glaciers meet the sea, and wildlife is everywhere, including Gentoo and Chinstrap Penguins, Seals, and Whales.

The trip combines Zodiac cruises, shore landings, and expert-led lectures on board, giving you the full experience of what it’s like to live and explore in one of the most remote places on Earth.

This voyage is great for first-time visitors who want a mix of daily outdoor exploration and onboard insight, the perfect balance between adventure and learning.

When: November - March

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 7750 USD
Couple - from 19100 USD (for 2 pax)
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 16300 USD

Skip the Drake Passage by flying to or from Antarctica, saving 2–4 days at sea. Choose flexible option, fly both ways or mix flying with sailing. Enjoy deluxe ships, small group excursions, and premium amenities. Highlights include penguin and whale sightings, Zodiac landings, and active adventures.

Trips includes your Antarctic flight, pre-cruise hotel, parka, onboard credit, and Wi-Fi. Ideal for those seeking the fastest and most comfortable way to explore Antarctica.

Best for those who want both adventure at sea and a quick return

Cruise Information

Start/End: Punta Arena, Chile / Ushuaia, Argentina
Duration: 8-10 Days/9-11 Nights

When: November - February

Sample Cabin Prices on World Voyager

Deluxe Veranda Forward: from $14,247 USD per person (1–2 occupancy)
Veranda Suite: from $23,676 USD per person (up to 2 occupancy, with sofa bed)
Penthouse Suite: from $21,672 USD per person (up to 2 occupancy)

This 18-22 day voyage is perfect if you're looking for an extended wildlife and history-focused journey through the South Atlantic and Antarctica. Sailing round-trip from Ushuaia, the trip includes visits to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula.

Along the way, you can visit remote islands like Carcass Island and Saunders Island, home to Gentoo Penguins and Magellanic Penguins. In South Georgia, expect to see King Penguins in massive colonies, Elephant Seals, and Fur Seals at sites like Gold Harbour and Salisbury Plain. The journey then continues to the South Orkney Islands and on to the Antarctic Peninsula, where you might encounter Adélie Penguins, Leopard Seals, and various species of Whales.

Each day includes landings or Zodiac cruises, with expert guides leading wildlife viewing, scenic exploration, and historical insights. All excursions and activities are included. This cruise gives you the chance to experience a wide variety of polar environments and wildlife across some of the most remote places on Earth.

Cruise Information

Start/End: Ushuaia. Argentina
Duration: 18-22 Days/19-23 Nights

When: November - January

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 14500 USD
Complete Cabin (for 2 pax) - from 35200 USD
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 29920 USD

This is one of the most unique voyages in Antarctica, offering a rare chance to see emperor penguins in their natural habitat. The trip sails deep into the Weddell Sea, where helicopter operations allow you to reach remote areas that are otherwise inaccessible.

If conditions allow, you’ll fly by helicopter to Snow Hill Island and walk about 45 minutes to the emperor penguin colony — one of the most exclusive wildlife encounters in the world.

In addition to the helicopter flights, you’ll enjoy daily Zodiac cruises and shore landings, visiting places like Brown Bluff, Deception Island, and the Antarctic Sound. Along the way, expect to see Adélie, chinstrap, and gentoo penguins, seals, whales, and stunning ice landscapes.

This is a real expedition cruise with a strong focus on wildlife, sea ice, and adventure — with the added bonus of taking to the skies.

Cruise Information

Start/End: Ushuaia. Argentina
Duration: 10-27 Days / 11-28 Nights

When: November - December

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 12900 USD
Complete Cabin (for 2 pax) - from 29500 USD
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 25075 USD

This Arctic voyage explores the north coast of Spitsbergen, one of the best places to spot Polar Bears in the wild. Departing from Longyearbyen, the route leads into Svalbard’s remote northeast, known for drifting sea ice, glacier-carved fjords, and prime Polar Bear habitat.

The focus is on maximizing Polar Bear encounters, whether from the ship, Zodiac cruises, or shore landings. Along the way, you may also see Walruses, Seals, Arctic Foxes, Reindeer, Whales, and nesting seabirds.

Guided Zodiac trips and landings bring you closer to the wilderness, with opportunities to explore fjords like Raudfjorden and Liefdefjorden, and possibly the Hinlopen Strait. With ice, wildlife, and true Arctic wilderness, this expedition offers an unmatched chance to see Polar Bears where they belong.

Cruise Information

Start/End: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Duration: 7 Days / 8 Nights

When: June - July

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 4450 USD
Complete Cabin (for 2 pax) - from 12300 USD
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 10455 USD

This Arctic voyage circumnavigates Spitsbergen, Svalbard’s largest island, beginning and ending in the same gateway town. The route explores fjords, glacier fronts, drift ice, and remote northern shores known for Polar Bear sightings.

You’ll visit regions like Hinlopen Strait, Nordaustlandet, and Sjuøyane, with a flexible itinerary shaped by ice and weather to maximize wildlife encounters with Polar Bears, Walruses, Seals, Reindeer, and Arctic Foxes.

Daily guided Zodiac cruises and landings reveal bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, glaciers like Monacobreen, and bays such as Hornsund, while onboard lectures enrich the experience. From sea ice and wildlife to history and wilderness, this expedition offers the full variety of Arctic Svalbard.

Cruise Information

Start/End: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Duration: 9 Days / 10 Nights

When: July - September

Prices:
Solo Shared - from 5900 USD
Complete Cabin (for 2 pax) - from 17000 USD
Single Cabin (for 1 person) - from 14450 USD