THE SEVENTH CONTINENT

ANTARCTICA

This is the classic Antarctic expedition — elevated. Sail across the legendary Drake Passage aboard a purpose-built expedition vessel, then step ashore on the world’s most pristine continent. Each day brings new landings, wildlife encounters, and staggering ice formations. It’s an immersive introduction to Antarctica, balancing exploration, comfort, and expert-led discovery.

Note that everything you see here is an example of what your trip could look like. Your adventure will be tailored specifically to you.

WHEN TO GO

NOV - MAR

ESTIMATED COST

$24,800

DURATION

14 NIGHTS

per person, excl. int'l flights

(based on two adults sharing)

START YOUR JOURNEY

WHY THIS ADVENTURE

Antarctica has a way of reordering perspective. Here, scale overwhelms, silence deepens, and nature operates on its own terms. This journey is designed for travelers who want to experience the continent fully, not just glimpse it from afar. With expert guides, Zodiac landings, and time spent walking among penguins and glaciers, you’ll feel connected to the landscape in a deeply personal way. It’s adventurous without being extreme, immersive without sacrificing comfort, and unforgettable in the quiet, awe-filled moments between landings.

JOURNEY FLOW

Your adventure begins at the edge of the world in Ushuaia, where you board an expedition vessel and set sail across the Drake Passage. As the Southern Ocean gives way to ice-strewn seas, anticipation builds. Days unfold with Zodiac excursions to remote beaches, glacier fronts, and penguin rookeries, guided by polar experts who bring the landscape to life. Between landings, enjoy panoramic views from the ship, engaging lectures, and moments on deck watching icebergs drift past. Each day feels unscripted, shaped by weather, wildlife, and discovery.

HIGHLIGHTS

EXPERT-LED EXPLORATION

Learn from polar guides, naturalists, and historians who deepen each landing with insight and context.

WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS

Observe gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins, along with seals and breaching whales in their natural habitat.

DAILY ZODIAC LANDINGS

Step ashore on remote Antarctic beaches to explore glaciers, penguin colonies, and sculpted ice formations.

DRAKE PASSAGE CROSSING

Follow the legendary route of early explorers aboard a modern expedition ship designed for comfort and stability.

WAYS TO PERSONALIZE

Upgrade to a suite with private balcony for uninterrupted glacier views

Add a pre- or post-trip stay in Patagonia or Buenos Aires

Join extended photography or wildlife interpretation workshops

Combine with a Falkland Islands or South Georgia extension

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

SEABOURN PURSUIT

Designed for ultra-luxury expedition travel, Seabourn Pursuit offers an intimate atmosphere with spacious suites, a world-class expedition team, and submarine and Zodiac capabilities. Expect seamless service, exceptional dining, and immersive landings balanced with refined onboard comfort.

PONANT LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT

Purpose-built for polar exploration, Silver Endeavour blends expedition capability with all-suite luxury. Spacious verandas, personalized butler service, and refined dining elevate life at sea, while advanced navigation and expert-led excursions ensure exceptional access to Antarctica’s most remote shores.

SILVERSEA SILVER ENDEAVOUR

The most luxurious expedition ship ever built, with a PC6 polar class rating, a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, and all-suite accommodation with private butler service. Five restaurants, vapor fireplaces throughout the ship, and carpets designed in the gray, white, and blue palette of Antarctica herself. The expedition team includes glaciologists, ornithologists, and marine biologists who run daily lectures and guide every landing. At this tier of Antarctic travel, the ship is as much a part of the experience as the continent.