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Antarctica

Antarctica · Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctica

The Seventh Continent

Duration

12 days / 11 nights

Region

Antarctica · Antarctic Peninsula

Trip investment

February 7 – February 18, 2028

Price to be confirmed

Plan with context

Trip essentials

Start & finish
Starts in Buenos Aires · Ends in Buenos Aires · Ship: World Voyager
Local currency
No local currency; Argentine peso (ARS) in Ushuaia and onboard account in USD/EUR
Cards & cash
Card onboard; carry USD/ARS for Ushuaia expenses. Exact amount pending the operator's tipping policy. You can bring US dollars in cash to exchange for local currency at banks or authorized exchange offices on arrival, before visiting remote areas. Bring notes in good condition and check exchange opening hours and requirements.
Physical demand
Low–Medium — Zodiac landings, cold and possible rough seas
Coffee reference
Not applicable onboard; verified Ushuaia reference pending

Practical references checked on Sep 16, 2026. Prices and exchange rates may change.

Information verified in October 2026

Visas and entry requirements

For this trip, prior formalities are needed for: Cuba, Dominican Republic.

Reference information; requirements may change. Confirm on the official site before you travel.

01 — THE TRIP

Fly from Buenos Aires on a private charter to Ushuaia and sail the Drake Passage among towering icebergs, watch whales and penguins in their natural habitat and walk on ancient glaciers. Aboard the World Voyager, an unforgettable journey of adventure, discovery and comfort in one of the most remote places on Earth.

01Drake Passage crossing
02Antarctic Peninsula landings
03South Shetland Islands
04Chinstrap, Adélie and gentoo penguins
05Humpback, minke whales and orcas
06Zodiac cruising, kayaking and the Polar Plunge

02 — WHAT'S COVERED

Included

  • Expedition leaders with you on every landing and activity
  • All Zodiac transfers and cruises per the daily program
  • All shore landings per the daily program
  • Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
  • All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board; selected beer, wine and cocktails during bar service and dinner; 24h coffee, tea and cocoa
  • Formal and informal presentations by the expedition team and guest speakers
  • Expedition photo journal, loaner waterproof boots and official Quark Expeditions® parka
  • Port fees and shipboard luggage handling
  • One hotel night with breakfast in Buenos Aires before the voyage
  • Group charter flight Buenos Aires (Aeroparque) – Ushuaia and return to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza)
  • Group transfers: hotel – airport in Buenos Aires, and Ushuaia airport – ship, round trip
  • 1GB onboard internet data card for one device

Not included

  • International flights to and from Buenos Aires
  • Meals off the ship unless specified
  • Luggage, cancellation, interruption and medical insurance (highly recommended)
  • Excess baggage fees on domestic and international flights
  • Mandatory waterproof pants for landings and other gear not listed
  • Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges
  • Phone and additional onboard internet data
  • Voluntary tips for the expedition team and crew
  • Additional hotel nights and arrival/departure transfers not listed
  • Airport-to-hotel transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires

Availability is managed as six double suites, without staged seat releases or scarcity rules.

International flights are not included unless expressly stated on the trip page.

International community

You travel with people from all over the world

On any given departure you may share the route with travelers from Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Spain and other countries. We don't sell tours: we offer guided adventure trips, run in Spanish, in small groups of maximum 16 people.

  • International groups: depending on the date, travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may join
  • A Spanish-speaking Wandernow guide throughout, plus local guides (in English, sometimes Spanish) who add the local perspective
  • We don't sell tours: we offer guided adventure trips, in Spanish, in small groups of maximum 16 people.

Why travel with us?

  • No more than 16 travelers—never a tour bus.

  • A Wandernow guide with you throughout the journey.

  • International groups—you meet people from other countries along the way.

  • We don't sell tours ruled by a fixed schedule: the best part of a journey is often what wasn't planned. If you know how to let go and flow, this trip is for you.

03 — ROUTE

Route

Itinerary day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Buenos Aires · You arrive in Buenos Aires, a vibrant city with European…

  2. Day 2

    Flight to Ushuaia & embarkation · Beagle Channel · After an early breakfast we transfer to the airport and take a…

  3. Day 3

    Drake Passage crossing · On board, the day focuses on auditorium talks about marine life…

  4. Day 4

    Drake Passage crossing · We keep crossing the passage, closer and closer to the seventh…

  5. Day 5

    South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula · The most common reaction on reaching the White Continent is awe

  6. Day 6

    South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula · Each day you head out on Zodiac excursions from the ship to explore…

  7. Day 7

    South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula · Amid the serene Antarctic silence, the noisy interludes become…

  8. Day 8

    South Shetland Islands & Antarctic Peninsula · One more day of landings and navigation, in the spirit of days 5…

  9. Day 9

    Drake Passage crossing · The return crossing offers final chances for Antarctic air…

  10. Day 10

    Drake Passage crossing · A last day at sea with closing presentations and time to share the…

  11. Day 11

    Disembarkation in Ushuaia & flight to Buenos Aires · We reach Ushuaia in the morning, disembark after breakfast and…

*Wandernow reserves the right to modify the itinerary without prior notice to ensure the safety of the group and the smooth operation of the trip.

Territory

Map of the route

Meeting point: Buenos Aires · Antártica · Península Antártica

Illustrated route map of Antarctica

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Buenos Aires — Arrival in Buenos Aires

Day 1 · Stage 1 · Buenos Aires

Arrival in Buenos Aires

You arrive in Buenos Aires, a vibrant city with European architecture and plenty of Argentine culture. You make your own way to the group hotel, where we spend the first night.

Lodge · Buenos Aires

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04 — BOOKING

Transparent pricing

Price to be confirmed

SOCIAL PROOF

5.0 across verified reviews

Travelers who already went

“Every day something surprised me more than the day before. From the care of the sherpas, the warmth of our guide, how fun the group was, the breathtaking landscapes or simply the grandeur of the place. What they pro…”
Andrés Reséndiz · Mexico City · Tripadvisor
“Everything was fun and beautiful, well organised and well chosen. There was not always room for everyone, but it always worked out and in good conditions.”
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Upcoming departures

February 7 – February 18, 2028

Price to be confirmed

Fact sheet

Destination
Antarctica · Antarctica · Antarctic Peninsula
Trip type
Antarctic in a small group
Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Availability
6 double suites available
International flights
Not included in the price
Guide
Spanish-speaking Wandernow guide throughout the trip
Solo travelers
Welcome; shared accommodation by gender (man with man, woman with woman) at no extra cost
Occupancy
Couples in double occupancy; solo travelers share a room with someone of the same gender
Departure dates
February 7 – February 18, 2028

Frequently asked questions

How many days is the Antarctica trip?

12 days / 11 nights. Fly from Buenos Aires on a private charter to Ushuaia and sail the Drake Passage among towering icebergs, watch whales and penguins in their natural habitat and walk on ancient glaciers. Aboard the World Voyager, an unforgettable journey of adventure, discovery and comfort in one of the most remote places on Earth.

What departure dates are there for Antarctica?

February 7 – February 18, 2028

What is and isn't included in the Antarctica trip?

Includes: Expedition leaders with you on every landing and activity; All Zodiac transfers and cruises per the daily program; All shore landings per the daily program; Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping; All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board; selected beer, wine and cocktails during bar service and dinner; 24h coffee, tea and cocoa; Formal and informal presentations by the expedition team and guest speakers; Expedition photo journal, loaner waterproof boots and official Quark Expeditions® parka; Port fees and shipboard luggage handling; One hotel night with breakfast in Buenos Aires before the voyage; Group charter flight Buenos Aires (Aeroparque) – Ushuaia and return to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza); Group transfers: hotel – airport in Buenos Aires, and Ushuaia airport – ship, round trip; 1GB onboard internet data card for one device. Not included: International flights to and from Buenos Aires; Meals off the ship unless specified; Luggage, cancellation, interruption and medical insurance (highly recommended); Excess baggage fees on domestic and international flights; Mandatory waterproof pants for landings and other gear not listed; Laundry, bar, spa and other personal charges; Phone and additional onboard internet data; Voluntary tips for the expedition team and crew; Additional hotel nights and arrival/departure transfers not listed; Airport-to-hotel transfer on arrival in Buenos Aires. International flights are not included unless the trip page expressly says otherwise.

Can I travel solo to Antarctica?

Yes. Solo travelers are welcome and are given shared accommodation by gender (man with man, woman with woman) at no extra single-room cost. Couples stay together in double occupancy. Groups have a maximum of 16 people (ages 6 to 100), and travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may join the same departure.

What fitness level is needed for Antarctica?

It is an active adventure trip: some days involve several hours of walking and there are long transfers. No technical experience is required, but you need basic fitness and the health to walk on uneven ground. Each trip page states the required level so you can judge whether the trip is for you.

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Testimonials from Antarctica

Stories filmed by Wandernow travelers during the trip.

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