Antarctica
Luxury Antarctica Cruises and Travel
The rugged, dreamy landscape of ice sheets, snowy mountains, and submerged icebergs, makes a tour to Antarctica a true adventure. As you make your way through polar waters, past ice floes and ancient glaciers, you’ll be awestruck at the abundant wildlife that thrives in this harsh, frozen habitat. Watch a rookery of native Adélie penguins build rocky nests, walk along colonies of breeding fur seals congregated on black sand beaches, or gaze in wonder at the incredible wingspan of a wandering albatross gliding overhead.
Trips to Antarctica are only possible between November and March. This is the summer season and from December to January the austral sun gifts the region 20 hours of daylight every day. Temperatures rise and some ice melts, allowing ships through.
Any journey to this dazzling white landscape of Earth’s most remote continent is an expedition. Let an Enchanting Travels consultant handhold you through the planning and execution of this voyage of a lifetime. We offer a choice of cruises on small ships with glass-domed observation lounges or all-boutique suite vessels with plush interiors and top-deck viewing platforms. On-board enjoy state-of-the-art amenities, gourmet meals, saunas, and a well-stocked library.
Choose to fly from Punta Arenas, Chile to Frei Station on gorgeous King George Island, avoiding sailing across the choppy waters of the Southern Ocean’s Drake Passage. Or sail the whole way starting your luxury cruise in Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost tip of South America. Either way, set aside a few days to explore these far-flung gateways to the white continent.
Popular Trips to Antarctica
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Penguin Safari in South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula
Explore the incredible icy landscapes of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula, and enjoy an assortment of activities for a truly enchanting polar adventure. Board your modern cruise ship, and home for the next 17 days in Ushuaia. You will be sailing from the Beagle Channel towards the southernmost tip of South America, and then…
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Explorers and Kings: Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica
Savor spectacular views of Antarctica’s fabulous landscapes and wildlife over the course of 20 memorable days. Keep an eye out for endemic birds as well as Magellanic, Gentoo and Southern Rockhopper penguins around the Falklands. The expert naturalists on board will help you spot marine wildlife such as whales and seals as you sail through…
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Antarctic Express: Crossing the Circle
Venture out on an adventurous journey to the South Pole! Experience what only a few have experienced before you and cross the southernmost point of our earth – in just eleven days. You’ll be crossing the Drake Strait in an airplane instead of a ship, making it possible to do this journey in a short…
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Antarctic Express: Flying the Drake
Experience all the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula in just eight days! This expedition is ideal if you have limited time and are making your maiden voyage to the seventh continent. Fly over the famous Drake Strait by charter plane and land on King George Island in the archipelago of the South Shetland Islands, where…
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Antarctica: Crossing the Circle, Falklands and South Georgia
Witness all the highlights that Antarctica has to offer on this epic 23-day expedition! Starting at the Falkland Islands, you will see albatross, dolphins, and five species of penguins. From there, you’ll continue to South Georgia, home to 300,000 king penguins, 50 million seabirds, and five million seals. Finally, you’ll explore the Antarctic Peninsula and…
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Crossing the Antarctic Circle: Southern Expedition
Set off on a bucket-list adventure to the South Pole! Setting foot on the seventh continent is an experience reserved for only a few. Explore Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego and cross the Beagle Channel to reach the magical point at 90° South. On your return journey, the famous Drake Strait awaits you. Your expedition…
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What Our Guests Say
“My son and I experienced an incredible trip to Antarctica. It was truly a trip of a lifetime seeing a place so few really know about. We saw penguins, whales, seals, birds only indigenous to that region. Alison Felfoldi of Enchanting Travels made our experience a truly personal expedition. She listened well to our wants and needs and having experienced Antarctica on her own she knew exactly what would be required and perfect for our travel. Many thanks for always being available and steers us in the right direction of this awesome trip!”
January 2025 Rating 5/5
“Travel with Enchanting Travels and rest easy knowing whatever comes up- they will be able to handle.”
February 2023 Rating 5/5
“From the time I landed in Buenos Aires, all the way through to Antarctica and back, Enchanting Travels organized a perfect experience. The tour guides in Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, were fun, informative and professional. I didn’t want the trip to end and would do it all over again. Everything was perfect!”
March 2025 Rating 5/5
“Enchanting was instrumental in the rescheduling of the trip due to covid delays and all the knock on effects over the multiple year period. As always Enchanting is there to help and support and make each experience as fantastic as possible – highly recommend !!”
January 2023 Rating 5/5
“Enchanting Travels helped me to realize a trip of a lifetime in reaching the 7th Continent! Both Bo and Claudia were a pleasure to deal with during the planning of his trip with sister company, Quark.”
February 2023 Rating 5/5
Best Time To Visit
A trip to Antarctica will always be extraordinary and unlike any other vacation you will have taken before or since so when should you visit? Discover the top tips from our destination experts.
Things To Do
It’s not just a plain of ice white snow and a smattering of penguins. There is a breathtaking beauty to the region that can be found nowhere else on earth. Here are the top ten highlights of Antarctica.
Travel Guide
Any expedition travel to Antarctica requires flexibility and adaptation to ever changing circumstances. The weather like anywhere else, is unpredictable.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Luxury Antarctica Tours
Antarctica expeditions operate exclusively between November and March during the austral summer. This specific window provides 20 hours of daily sunlight and warmer temperatures that melt ice floes, allowing small luxury ships safe passage. Travelers experience peak wildlife activity, including active penguin rookeries and breeding fur seals.
Enchanting Travels offers exclusive flight options to avoid sailing the choppy Southern Ocean. Follow this straightforward process to skip the crossing:
- Board a chartered flight from Punta Arenas, Chile.
- Land at Frei Station on King George Island.
- Embark your luxury expedition vessel directly in the South Shetland Islands.
Antarctica hosts abundant polar wildlife across its frozen landscapes and icy waters. Visitors regularly observe Adélie and gentoo penguin colonies building rocky nests along the shores. Marine encounters feature migrating whales, while black sand beaches support massive congregations of breeding fur seals beneath soaring wandering albatrosses.
Enchanting Travels designs immersive daily excursions utilizing expert polar naturalists. Passengers board Zodiac rafts to navigate narrow passages like the Lemaire Channel. Active travelers paddle kayaks past submerged icebergs, while scheduled shore landings allow guests to visit former whaling outposts, research stations, and geothermal hot springs on Deception Island.
Enchanting Travels selects all-boutique suite vessels and small ships equipped with premium amenities. Onboard facilities feature glass-domed observation lounges and top-deck viewing platforms for optimal wildlife spotting. Guests utilize saunas, read in well-stocked polar libraries, and consume gourmet meals prepared by expert chefs between thrilling ice excursions.
Antarctica vacation packages typically start around $16000 for shorter itineraries like the 8-day Drake fly-over. Comprehensive journeys, including South Georgia and the Falkland Islands, extend up to 23 days and cost approximately $46000. Pricing fluctuates based on cabin selection, expedition duration, and chosen embarkation methods.
Enchanting Travels utilizes dedicated trip coordinators to streamline your expedition planning. Secure your customized polar journey by completing these steps:
- Consult a destination expert to define your luxury travel preferences.
- Review a personalized itinerary featuring selected vessels and excursions.
- Finalize your booking with 100% financial protection guarantees.
Antarctica expedition vessels employ passionate polar naturalists who deliver engaging daily lectures. These experts educate passengers on regional geology, unique flora, and marine biology. Guides interpret complex ice formations and narrate historical expeditions during Zodiac rides, ensuring travelers gain deep scientific insights alongside their visual exploration of the white continent.
Antarctica Vacation: Into the Deep
Antarctica is literally frozen in time. Blanketed in a stark, surreal yet strikingly beautiful silence, it is the only uninhabited place on our planet – Earth’s last great wilderness. And this is what makes an Antarctica vacation truly exhilarating and fascinating.
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