Highlights
- Experience a concentrated expedition cruise that’s all about the frozen continent
- Discover Antarctica's wildlife as we spot seals, penguin colonies and spot whales against backdrops of staggering natural beauty
- Join the Expedition Team as they deliver lectures and accompany landings, sharing their knowledge on glaciology, wildlife, climate change and polar exploration
Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature’s majesty as we navigate ever-changing icescapes on our hybrid electric-powered ship. Your Expedition Team will bring you up close to stunning surroundings while ice-cruising and during landing activities.
The months between November and March are a busy time for the wildlife of Antarctica. In October and November, penguins court and nest and penguins hatch in December and January. February and March offer peak whale watching opportunities.
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About the Highlights of Antarctica
Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature’s majesty as we navigate ever-changing icescapes on our hybrid electric-powered ship. Your Expedition Team will bring you up close to stunning surroundings while ice-cruising and during landing activities.
The months between November and March are a busy time for the wildlife of Antarctica. In October and November, penguins court and nest and penguins hatch in December and January. February and March offer peak whale watching opportunities.
Itinerary Day to Day
The beat of Buenos Aires
Feel the rhythm of bustling Buenos Aires
Start your Antarctic adventure with an overnight stay in Buenos Aires.
Home to a proud and diverse community of ‘porteños’, or ‘people of the port,’ this city is a sensuous fusion of faded European splendor and Latin American panache.
There are plenty of places to explore, including many ‘parrillas’ serving authentic Argentine steak. This is the renowned hometown of the tango, so maybe you’d like to practice your dance moves.
We recommend arriving a few days early to experience everything this vibrant city has to offer with our optional Pre-Program.
Early start in Ushuaia
Get ready for Antarctica
Antarctica: another world
Return to warmer waters
Ushuaia and Buenos Aires
Route Map
Secure your dream expedition at an exclusive sale price — available only until March 17, 2025.
Secure your dream expedition at an exclusive sale price — available only until March 17, 2025.
Terms & Conditions
- — Applies to bookings made from March 3-17, 2025 (inclusive) for select departures from May 31, 2025 and December 31, 2025 (inclusive).
- — Bookings outside of these periods do not qualify.
- — Applies automatically to valid Tour Codes and only to Tour Code components (including voyage and local domestic flights).
- — Offer does not apply to optional excursions, pre/post tours, insurance, additional hotel accommodation, transfers, international arrival and departure flights, arrival and departure packages and group bookings.
- — Applies to new bookings only and will not be applied to any existing or held bookings.
- — Bookings are subject to availability and may be limited, amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice.
- — Solo supplements may apply.
- — Other restrictions may apply.
- — Otherwise, payment, cancellation, refund and other terms are as per our Booking Terms & Conditions.
Feel the spirit of the early Antarctic explorers. Join us for a walk on the wild side with snowshoes. Climb hills, cross glittering white plains, and untouched landscape. Here few humans have set foot. Our experienced Expedition Team will guide you to places with awe-inspiring views. You might observe penguin colonies or even see whales swimming in the sea from above.
Only bookable on board
Language: English
Included: Snow shoes and ski poles.
Requirements: A good level of fitness is essential
Walking information: Walking mostly on snow and icy terrain, uphill and downhill.
Merge with nature on an exceptional Antarctic sea kayaking adventure. Explore nature and wildlife up-close as we kayak along awe-inspiring icebergs and glaciers.
Paddling through crystal-clear water and spot seals, penguins, and even whales. Our experienced Expedition Team will take you to stunning Antarctic areas with high chances of encountering wildlife.
Only bookable on board
Kayaking gear and dry suits are included in this excursion.
A good level of fitness is essential.
Basic level swimming skills is required.
Knowledge of basic English is required to communicate with instructors.
Subject to weather and ice condition
This is an after dinner and before breakfast activity offered only where the route, weather and ice/snow conditions allow.
When Scott arrived at the South Pole on the 17th of January 1912, he found a silk tent erected together with a Norwegian flag and pennant from Amundsen’s ship, Fram. The tent was a masterpiece of its time, designed for emergency use. It could fit into the pocket of an anorak and weighed less than two pounds.
Imagine yourself sleeping under the Antarctic sky with little more than the thin wall of a tent separating you from the elements. In the true style of the early explorers we venture out at night for this once in a lifetime chance to feel like a polar explorer. Although Amundsen, Scott and Nordenskjold had different equipment, they used the best gear available at the time. So do we. This activity features top of the line camping equipment that meets Antarctic standards for camping on snow.
The adventure starts with a pre-camp briefing by the experienced expedition staff who accompany us on the activity. We set up our camp after dinner with guests participating from beginning to end. If you have never pitched a tent before, this is your chance. After the camp is set up you can either go to bed or sit outside and marvel at the stillness, or listen to penguins in the distance. Depending on the landing site, we may take short walks to nearby viewpoints and visit penguin colonies in the bright Antarctic night. If you like, wake up early, climb out of your tent and watch the sunrise.
In the morning hours we take down the camp and boats pick us up for the return trip to the ship. Back on board, we enjoy a special breakfast and debrief the experience.
As an IAATO member, Hurtigruten adheres to all guidelines associated with onshore overnight stays in Antarctica. We leave nothing behind and remove all traces of our presence to protect wildlife and the fragile environment. Join us for this unique and unforgettable experience!
Only bookable on board
Emergency food, all camping equipment meeting Antarctic standards, special breakfast served back on the ship after camping and a special certificate.
Walking information: Walking mostly on snow, camping also on snow. Some walking with gear required to the camp. We also offer short hikes if conditions and the site allow.
Bringing food ashore is not allowed.
What's Included
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Flights in economy class between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
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Overnight in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
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Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise
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Transfers between the Ushuaia airport and the ship, including a brief tour of the town
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Stay in a cabin of your choice
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Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including beverages* in the Aune and Fredheim restaurants
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Fine-dining À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests
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Complimentary tea and coffee
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Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
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Complimentary reusable water bottle
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English-speaking Expedition Team who organize and guide activities, both on board and ashore
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Range of included activities
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In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
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Full use of our Science Center, small library, and advanced biological and geological equipment
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The Citizen Science program allows guests to contribute to ongoing scientific research projects
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Our onboard professional photographer will give photography tips and teach techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife photos.
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The ship has hot tubs, an infinity pool, a sauna, an outdoor and indoor gym, and a running track
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Join informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings.
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Escorted landings with small boats (RIBs)
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Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment needed for the activities
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Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
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Expedition photographers will be on hand to assist you.
What's Excluded
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Mandatory travel insurance
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International flights
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Travel protection
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Baggage handling
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Optional shore excursions with our local partners
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Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
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Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
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