Antarctica in October expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does Antarctica in October cost?

Sailings to Antarctica in October in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Puerto Williams and Bridgetown. Voyages to Antarctica in October in our inventory start from $8000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to Antarctica in October?

Itineraries to Antarctica in October start from 8 nights.

When do voyages to Antarctica in October depart?

Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in October.

Which October departures to Antarctica are on sale now?

Upcoming departures in our inventory: 30 October 2026 aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen (HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), 11 nights, from $8,000); 30 October 2026 aboard National Geographic Explorer (Lindblad Expeditions, 20 nights, from $22,000); 1 October 2027 aboard Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 48 nights, from $38,000); 7 October 2027 aboard Magellan Discoverer (Antarctica21, 16 nights, from $15,000); 9 October 2027 aboard Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 40 nights, from $33,000); 15 October 2027 aboard National Geographic Resolution (Lindblad Expeditions, 11 nights, from $13,000); 16 October 2027 aboard Silver Endeavour (Silversea, 12 nights, from $22,000); 19 October 2027 aboard Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 19 nights, from $24,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How much of the season for Antarctica falls in October?

34 of the 1027 departures to Antarctica currently on sale leave in October, operated by Lindblad Expeditions, Quark Expeditions, Silversea, Seabourn, HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) and Aurora Expeditions among others.

Which cruise lines sail to Antarctica in October?

Operators in our inventory offering departures to Antarctica in October include Lindblad Expeditions, Quark Expeditions, Silversea, Seabourn, HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) and Aurora Expeditions, among others.

How many departures to Antarctica in October are on sale, and when do they leave?

34 scheduled departures to Antarctica in October are currently on sale, with sailing dates in October.

How long are itineraries to Antarctica in October?

Itineraries to Antarctica in October in our inventory range from 8 to 48 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for Antarctica in October, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to Antarctica in October in our inventory is 11 nights, and October has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in Antarctica in October?

Ships sailing Antarctica in October in our inventory include Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 264 guests), National Geographic Resolution (Lindblad Expeditions, 138 guests), Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 199 guests), Ocean Explorer (Quark Expeditions, 138 guests) and Silver Endeavour (Silversea, 200 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to Antarctica in October embark?

Departures to Antarctica in October in our inventory embark from Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Puerto Williams and Bridgetown.

Which places feature on itineraries to Antarctica in October?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, Rio de Janeiro, Camboriu, Montevideo, Drake Passage, South Georgia and International Waters. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.

Are any Antarctica in October departures discounted right now?

Yes: 19 of the Antarctica in October departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 32%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

What are the cancellation terms for Antarctica in October voyages?

Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in Antarctica in October, 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 Antarctica in October compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) from $8000, Quark Expeditions from $11000, Lindblad Expeditions from $13000, Silversea from $14000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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