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Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent

Summary:

If this is your first visit, our classic Antarctic Explorer voyage gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula in 11 days. Conquer the famed Drake Passage in your choice of four stabilized, polar-class vessels; explore majestic natural environm...

Duration
12 Days
Countries
3
Next Departure
18-Feb-2026
Starting at
± EUR 14,920.00
± EUR 11,339.00
Price per day
± EUR 945.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Quark Expeditions
Tour
Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
Travel Style
Cruise
Travel Quality
Extraordinary Travel

Summary

If this is your first visit, our classic Antarctic Explorer voyage gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula in 11 days. Conquer the famed Drake Passage in your choice of four stabilized, polar-class vessels; explore majestic natural environments by zodiac and on foot; get up close and personal with penguins, whales and other wildlife; and enjoy talks on history, biology and glaciology by onboard polar experts. You can personalize your adventure with options that suit your interests, and cross the 7th Continent off the list—your way.

Map: Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent (Quark)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Arrive In Buenos Aires, Argentina
Day 2
Fly To Ushuaia And Embark
Day 3-4
Crossing The Drake Passage
Day 5-9
South Shetland Islands And Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10-11
Crossing The Drake Passage
Day 12
Disembark In Ushuaia And Fly To Buenos Aires

Countries (3): Antarctica (Argentina), Argentina, South Shetland Islands

Travel Cities (5): Antarctic Peninsula, Buenos Aires, Drake Passage, South Shetland Islands, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Explore highlights of the Antarctic PeninsulaTravel safely and comfortably aboard any Quark Expeditions ice-strengthened vesselEnjoy presentations on wildlife, history, glaciology & geology by our onboard polar expertsExperience abundant wildlife, such as penguins, seals and whalesImmerse yourself in the icy realm of the Antarctic, with an optional paddling excursion
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    Buenos Aires

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    Buenos Aires

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