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16-Day Polar Expedition to Antarctica: Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula, and the Weddell Sea

Main characteristics
Type of boat: ship
Number of cabins: 245
Maximum capacity: 490 travelers

Cabins

Outside cabin - Lower deck
Capacity: 4 Beds maximum
Outside cabin with a double bed that converts into two single beds on request, and a sofa bed. It has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, television, safe, two-pin European sockets and tea and coffee making facilities.
Outside cabin with balcony - Upper deck
Capacity: 4 Beds maximum
Outside cabin with a double bed that converts into two single beds on request, and a sofa bed or seating area. It has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, TV, safe, two-pin European sockets and tea and coffee making facilities.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice, depending on the weather conditions or for technical reasons (decision of the captain). Sailing times may vary depending on sea and weather conditions.

Sailing itineraries

Sailing itineraries
Buenos Aires
To the Rhythm of Buenos Aires
A night in Buenos Aires is the perfect way to start your trip to... see+ Antarctica. Just like its proud and diverse community of porteños (or “people of the ports”), the city is a sensual blend of old-world European splendor and Latin American flair. There’s plenty to do, from the many parrillas serving authentic Argentine steaks to tango lessons. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel included see+
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Dinner
Buenos Aires Ushuaia
Ushuaia, Capital of Tierra del Fuego
The morning begins with an early flight to Ushuaia, the... see+ capital of the Argentine province of Tierra del Fuego. This port city, nestled in the magnificent Andes mountain range, claims the title of the world’s southernmost city. It is from here that many adventures to Antarctica begin, including ours.
We welcome you aboard your hybrid-powered expedition ship (specially designed for sustainable cruising in polar waters), and after a briefing from the expedition team, all that’s left is to settle into your cabin and explore our comfortable facilities. Your adventure begins! 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Ushuaia Drake Passage
Crossing the Drake Passage
The two-day crossing of the Drake Passage is an opportunity for the... see+ expedition team to provide you with everything you need to make your adventure a success.
Visit the onboard science center to find out what awaits you. Our passionate experts will share with you the history of Antarctica, the science that comes to life underwater, and the serious consequences of the current environmental crisis. Learn how to make your visit as safe and eco-friendly as possible, and discover the citizen science projects conducted on board that you can join to help protect the environment.
Don’t worry, relaxation is also on the agenda: enjoy the spa and wellness area, savor delicious meals in the ship’s restaurants, and meet fellow travelers in the lounge bar. 
Included activities: Expedition Team Lectures, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drake Passage Antarctic Peninsula
Expedition to the Wonders of the Antarctic Peninsula

Nothing can prepare you for such a... see+ spectacle. Let yourself be enveloped by the silence and serenity as we sail through deep blue waters, alongside glaciers and icebergs as large as cathedrals. Every moment spent in Antarctica will be a source of wonder.

Large groups of penguins huddle on the ice floes, safe from the attacks of leopard seals, and majestic migrating whales glide alongside pristine icebergs in search of krill swarms. In the sky, watch the ballet of no fewer than 45 species of seabirds, including skuas, cormorants, petrels, and terns.

Here, nature reigns supreme, and we are mere observers. Our captain constantly monitors weather conditions to offer you the best possible sailing itinerary. These action-packed days are dedicated to exploring various landing sites. You won’t have a chance to get bored.

Where most Antarctic trips end, yours is just getting started, taking you to less-explored areas. After all, this is an expedition cruise! We’ll be able to adapt our sailing itineraries based on ice and sea conditions, and we’ll strive to spend at least one day—or even several—in each of the iconic regions. 
Included activities: Field Trip to Néko Harbour, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Antarctic Peninsula South Shetland Islands
South Shetland Islands
This spectacular archipelago of 20 islands is usually the first... see+ destination travelers encounter in Antarctica. Its striking beauty is teeming with abundant flora and fauna, a vivid illustration of nature’s resilience and diversity. 
Included activities: Trip to the South Shetland Islands, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
South Shetland Islands Antarctic Strait
Antarctic Strait
A little-visited gem, this gateway to the Weddell Sea is home to some of the... see+ largest tabular icebergs. This remarkable corridor of ice and water is also a prime spot for observing Adélie penguins, and it perfectly captures the grandeur of Antarctica. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Antarctic Strait At sea - Weddell
The Weddell Sea
The Weddell Sea, which is navigable only by the most advanced, ice-strengthened... see+ vessels, offers a deep connection to the history of Antarctic exploration. It was in this region that, in 1925, Ernest Shackleton’s ship, the Endurance, was crushed by sea ice, triggering his legendary survival journey. Visitors to this wild and beautiful environment gain a vivid sense of Shackleton’s extraordinary feats. Here, you may see emperor penguins migrating to or from the nearby colony on Snow Hill Island. 
Included activities: Field Trip to Cuverville Island, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
At sea - Weddell Gerlache Strait
Gerlache Strait
This highlight of Antarctic exploration features sheltered waterways, ideal for... see+ getting close to some of the continent’s most iconic sites. It was in this region that Roald Amundsen and his crew sailed in 1898 aboard the Belgica before becoming among the first to overwinter in Antarctica. Frequented by humpback whales and other cetaceans, the strait captivates travelers with its breathtaking views of snow-capped alpine landscapes. 
Included activities: Wildlife observation, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gerlache Strait Lemaire Canal
Penola Strait (south of the Lemaire Channel)
The Penola Strait, accessible via the French... see+ Channel, reveals a fascinating maze of penguin-populated islands, framed by the impressive ice-capped peaks of the mainland. This remote area, rarely visited by traditional cruises, teems with wildlife and invites you on a boundless adventure. The ever-present pack ice enhances its beauty and attracts typical wildlife, from seals to seabirds. If ice and sea conditions permit, the expedition team may opt for the breathtaking Lemaire Channel instead of the Penola Strait. The former is often considered the most picturesque channel in the world, and rightly so.
Back on board, the expedition team will continue its lectures, enlightening you and entertaining you with their explanations of the wonders of the frozen continent. 
Included activities: Excursion to the Lemaire Channel, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Lemaire Canal Drake Passage
Today, we wrap up our incredible journey in Antarctica and head north through the Drake Passage to... see+ Ushuaia.
Join the expedition team at the Science Center to explore topics that interest you, contribute your observations to citizen science projects, or identify the species you’ve photographed.
Treat yourself to a treatment at the wellness center and spa, or breathe in the fresh sea air from the hot tubs located on the deck. Meet up with your new travel companions in the lounge bar to discuss your experiences over a drink. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drake Passage Buenos Aires
Your expedition cruise ends where it began, in Ushuaia, the main city of Tierra del Fuego. That’s... see+ where your flight to Buenos Aires awaits, but if you’re still hungry for more, you can continue your adventure. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Buenos Aires-Ushuaia flight in economy class
Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise
Transfer from the airport to the ship in Ushuaia
Wines, beers, and spirits are available during meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing regulations; premium beverages excluded)
Coffee, tea and soft drinks available throughout the day
Free bottle of water to fill on board and take home
Free waterproof and windproof expedition jacket
Photographer on board
Wi-Fi
Use of the sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room, lounges, etc.
Tips
Full access to the science centre on board
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
Hotels included in the program
The price does not include
International flights
Additional night(s) if necessary due to international flight schedules
Travel insurance
Carrying luggage on the boat
Optional treatments in the wellness and spa area on board
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation insurance see+
Filovent comprehensive insurance see+
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request

Activities

Expedition Team Lectures
Included
Field Trip to Néko Harbour
Included
Trip to the South Shetland Islands
Included
Field Trip to Cuverville Island
Included
Wildlife observation
Included
Excursion to the Lemaire Channel
Included

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  • Filovent partner since 2025
  • Last booking with this partner in July 2026
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