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Antarctic Circle expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does Antarctic Circle cost?

Sailings to Antarctic Circle in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas and Lima. Voyages to Antarctic Circle in our inventory start from $9000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to Antarctic Circle?

Itineraries to Antarctic Circle start from 10 nights.

When do voyages to Antarctic Circle depart?

Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, November and December.

Which cruise lines sail to Antarctic Circle?

7 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Antarctic Circle: Aurora Expeditions, Quark Expeditions, Polar Latitudes, Oceanwide Expeditions, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Ponant and Scenic.

How many departures to Antarctic Circle are on sale, and when do they leave?

68 scheduled departures to Antarctic Circle are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, November and December.

How long are itineraries to Antarctic Circle?

Itineraries to Antarctic Circle in our inventory range from 10 to 30 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for Antarctic Circle, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to Antarctic Circle in our inventory is 12 nights, and February has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in Antarctic Circle?

Ships sailing Antarctic Circle in our inventory include Sylvia Earle (Aurora Expeditions, 130 guests), Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 199 guests), Greg Mortimer (Aurora Expeditions, 148 guests), Le Commandant Charcot (Ponant, 245 guests) and Ocean Albatros (Polar Latitudes, 192 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to Antarctic Circle embark?

Departures to Antarctic Circle in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas and Lima.

Which places feature on itineraries to Antarctic Circle?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Embarkation, Drake Passage Crossing, Sailing to Ushuaia, Marguerite Bay, Antarctic Peninsula, Bellingshausen Sea, Antarctica and Arrive Ushuaia. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.

Are any Antarctic Circle departures discounted right now?

Yes: 44 of the Antarctic Circle departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 29%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

What are the cancellation terms for Antarctic Circle voyages?

Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in Antarctic Circle, deposits are refundable in full until 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.

How do starting prices for Antarctic Circle compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Oceanwide Expeditions from $9000, Polar Latitudes from $14000, Quark Expeditions from $15000, Atlas Ocean Voyages from $16000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-10-23.

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