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Expedition Antarctica

Embarking on an Expedition Antarctica offers a journey to the farthest reaches of our planet. Oceanwide Expeditions invites travelers to experience a true Antarctica expedition, where icy landscapes, wildlife, and historic sites combine to create unforgettable experiences. Our Antarctica trips are designed to immerse guests in the Antarctic environment, blending expert-led activities with comfortable, purpose-built expedition ships.

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula

An Antarctica expedition cruise along the Antarctic Peninsula provides breathtaking views of glaciers, ice-choked fjords, and towering icebergs. Guests can observe colonies of penguins, including Gentoo, chinstrap, and Adélie penguins, and spot humpback whales in the surrounding waters. Our itineraries maximize landings using Zodiacs, allowing travelers to explore rugged terrain, sandy beaches, and iconic locations like Lemaire Channel. Expeditions frequently include stops in remote subantarctic islands for additional wildlife encounters and awe-inspiring scenery. These Antarctica trips offer authentic expedition experiences and are led by our expert expedition team.

South Georgia and the Falklands

Trips to Antarctica often include visits to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands. South Georgia is home to massive king penguin colonies, elephant seals, and historic sites tied to polar explorers like Shackleton. The Falklands offer opportunities to see seabirds and penguin chicks in their natural habitats. Both destinations add a rich cultural and wildlife dimension to any Antarctica expedition, offering perspectives that cannot be experienced elsewhere. Travelers on these trips to Antarctica also enjoy the chance to learn about subantarctic islands and the ecology of these remote regions.

Antarctica cruises and the southern ocean

Oceanwide Expeditions specializes in small ship Antarctica cruises that provide authentic expedition experiences. Ice-strengthened vessels such as m/v Ortelius and m/v Plancius navigate the Southern Ocean, ensuring safety while reaching rarely visited locations. Guests can enjoy kayaking among icebergs, photographing whales, and walking across glaciers. Every Antarctica expedition cruise emphasizes education, with our expedition team offering insights into polar science, Antarctic history, and the fragile ecosystem of the white continent. These cruises to Antarctica provide the chance to experience the southern pole, visit base camps, and witness awe-inspiring ice formations.

Weddell Sea and polar circle adventures

For travelers seeking to reach the far south, a trip to the Weddell Sea offers awe-inspiring ice formations and the chance to see massive tabular icebergs. Expeditions to the Polar Circle allow guests to experience the extremes of the Antarctic environment and potentially follow in the footsteps of early polar explorers. These Antarctica expedition cruises provide opportunities to encounter Gentoo, Adélie, and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, elephant seals, and seabirds, all within a safe and well-organized framework.

Planning your Antarctic trip

Trips to Antarctica begin with careful planning. Transfers from Ushuaia, Punta Arenas, or Tierra del Fuego are arranged for a smooth start. Guests are advised to pack insulated outerwear, parkas, and sturdy footwear suitable for icy conditions. Small ship expeditions allow frequent landings and flexible itineraries, maximizing exploration and wildlife observation. Travelers can also explore the South Sandwich Islands, South Shetland Islands, and South Orkney Islands for a comprehensive Antarctic experience. Our Antarctica trips include the chance to kayak, take guided landings, and witness king penguins and penguin chicks in colonies rarely visited by travelers.

Adventure of a lifetime

An Antarctica expedition is more than a cruise; it is an adventure of a lifetime. Guests can witness colonies of penguins, iceberg-filled waters, and whale sightings in the Southern Ocean. Expeditions provide an unparalleled adventure and insight into the polar regions. For last-minute planners, Antarctica last minute deals offer opportunities to join an expedition without compromise. Whether this is your first Antarctic adventure or a return journey, Oceanwide Expeditions ensures a safe, educational, and awe-inspiring experience. These Antarctica trips also include the possibility of visiting remote sites like South Georgia or the Ross Sea for the full polar experience.

Take the first step toward your Antarctic adventure and explore our Antarctica cruise options today.

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Cruises to Antarctica

Falkland Inseln – Südgeorgien - Elephant Island - Antarktis - Polarkreis
Bis zu $5650 Rabatt

Falkland Inseln – Südgeorgien - Elephant Island - Antarktis - Polarkreis

16 Feb - 10 Mär, 2026

Reisecode: HDS29-26

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Diese Kreuzfahrt auf den Falklandinseln, Südgeorgien und der antarktischen Halbinsel ist ein wahr gewordener Traum eines Tierliebhabers. Die Expedition erkundet eines der letzten ungezähmten Gebiete der Erde - ein Land mit wildromantischen Landschaften...

Antarktis – Unbekannte Inseln der Tiefen Südsee
Bis zu $4500 Rabatt

Antarktis – Unbekannte Inseln der Tiefen Südsee

18 Feb - 4 Mär, 2026

Reisecode: OTL30a26

Auf dieser außergewöhnlichen Reise navigieren wir durch die unerforschten Gewässer rund um die Lazarev-Bucht und die geheimnisvollen Glinka-Inseln, eine Region, in der alte Luftbilder (1939–1941) als Referenz für die vorhandenen Seekarten dienen. Wenn...

Antarktis - Elefanteninsel - Weddellmeer - Polarkreis - Aurora Australis / Südlicht
Bis zu $4150 Rabatt

Antarktis - Elefanteninsel - Weddellmeer - Polarkreis - Aurora Australis / Südlicht

9 Mär - 23 Mär, 2026

Reisecode: PLA30-26

Diese ausgedehnte Expedition führt Sie bis zum Polarkreis und verbindet die reiche Tierwelt des Weddellmeeres mit den surrealen Küsten und Inseln der Antarktischen Halbinsel. Wichtige Anlandestellen wie die legendäre Elefanteninsel und der Crystal Sound...

Entfernte Weddellmeer-Forscher - inkl. Hubschrauber
Bis zu $3600 Rabatt

Entfernte Weddellmeer-Forscher - inkl. Hubschrauber

7 Feb - 6 Mär, 2027

Reisecode: OTL28-27

Frühbucherrabatt Weddell-Meer
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Diese abenteuerliche Expedition erkundet eine der am wenigsten besuchten Regionen der Erde, das faszinierende Weddellmeer in der Antarktis. Während unseres Aufenthalts in Südgeorgien haben wir möglicherweise die Gelegenheit, Orte zu besuchen, die eng...

Antarktis - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp - kostenlose Polaraktivitäten (Kajakfahren, Wandern, Fotoworkshop, Schnorcheln)
Bis zu $3600 Rabatt

Antarktis - Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp - kostenlose Polaraktivitäten (Kajakfahren, Wandern, Fotoworkshop, Schnorcheln)

17 Mär - 29 Mär, 2026

Reisecode: OTL31a26

Die Reise Weddell Sea Explorer Basecamp bietet Ihnen eine Vielzahl von Möglichkeiten, die artenreiche Tierwelt des Weddellmeeres zu erkunden und zu genießen. Während dieser Expedition in einer der abgelegensten Regionen der Welt werden wir alle möglichen...

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Oceanwide Expeditions stellt zum zweiten Mal einen neuen Weltrekord im Weddellmeer der Antarktis auf

Die M/V Ortelius stellt zum zweiten Mal in Folge einen Rekord für den südlichsten Punkt auf, den ein Passagierschiff ohne Eisbrecherfunktion im Weddellmeer erreicht hat.

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Antarktis

WOW! This voyage exceeded my expectation. When my husband booked the expedition ship, I was concerned about the comfort of the cabins and common area, and even more nervous about the meals. I had no reason to be nervous - the ship is very modern, the cabins and common area swell appointed. The lounge was were we spent most of our free time mingling with fellow travels. (When we weren’t on deck or in the bridge). The small ship environment really fostered mingling with both staff and other guests. The food was plentiful, varied and of excellent quality and taste. The cruise staff couldn’t do enough for us - they accommodated my dietary restriction beyond what I expected. There was a nice BBQ on deck one evening (in snow flurries….but there was mulled wine to warm us up). Another afternoon there was hot chocolate spiked with rum. Every afternoon there was nice snack brought up. The best part of the trip was the expedition team. Led by expedition team leader Pippa and assistant leader George, the entire team entertained us with great lectures when they were not taking us on outings. We saw plenty of wildlife daily. Weather prevented us from flying to the emperor penguin colony,, but the team took our safety seriously and we appreciated that. We got to visit other penguin colonies, sometimes viewing from the zodiac, and on most days landings and a walk on ice.The small ship size allowed us to to off ship daily, including 2 scenic helicopter flights. The staff paid attention to details even for this - each flight every passenger had a window seat. The helicopter pilots were very friendly and made the flights very memorable. If you are considering an Antarctic trip, I highly recommend doing it on a small ship like the Ortellius.

Antarktis

I don't think I can quite put into words how amazing this trip was! To start, the entire oceanwide team was excellent - dining services memorized everyone's needs/preferences (and names!) within the first day, the expedition team's excitement and expertise enhanced every moment off the ship, and all other staff were warm and friendly! I was so happy how much time we were able to spend off of the ship either on landings or Zodiac cruises. I was a little hesitant that Zodiac cruises would be "boring" but there were some of my favorite moments of the trip! Nothing can quite compare to circling icebergs, approaching seals napping on icebergs, or basking in the magnificence of breaching whales meters away from your Zodiac! If you want feel like you are on a true expedition and spend most of your time off the ship, I cannot recommend Oceanwide expeditions enough!
Best company, best trip and best wild life ever! We will book again with OceanWide!

Antarktis

i dream about this trip allmost 10 years, i save money for my lifetime experience and if you still dream and never give up it happends. it was 19 days of my greatest experience and i live any seconds with open heart.

One of the best cruise and trip I join so far. The expedition team really go way beyond, very passionate about their job. The activities very well organized. Even the lecture was very informative. I definitely will join this expedition again in future.

The Antarctica Discovery & Learning voyage aboard the MS Hondius in November was outstanding. The crew and expedition guides demonstrated excellent background knowledge, shared with clarity, enthusiasm, and professionalism. All activities — landings, Zodiac operations, and kayaking — were conducted confidently and safely, always leaving participants feeling well prepared and in expert hands. Cleanliness and hygiene on board were excellent, contributing to a very comfortable expedition environment. Beyond the superb organization, the voyage offered additional unforgettable natural impressions. In particular, entering the icy Antarctic waters at Stony Point was a truly fantastic and intense experience — a rare moment of immersion that created a deep and lasting connection with this extraordinary environment. A superbly executed expedition voyage that truly lives up to its promise of Discovery & Learning.

FAQ's about Antarctica cruises

Die Zeitzone der Antarktis ist die gleiche wie die von Neuseeland: GMT + 12 Stunden. Auf unseren Antarktisfahrten nutzen wir dieselbe Zeitzone wie Ushuaia in Argentinien: GMT - 3 Stunden.

Nein. Die Entlegenheit der Region, die gefrorenen Landschaften und das unberechenbare Wetter können den Tourismus in der Antarktis durchaus zu einer Herausforderung machen, aber Oceanwide Expeditions verfügt über ausreichend Erfahrung und Know-how, um einen gefahrlosen Aufenthalt in der Antarktis zu gewährleisten.

Die Antarktis ist der kälteste und windreichste Kontinent der Erde. Die tiefste Temperatur auf der Erde wurde in der Antarktis gemessen. Es gibt dabei drei Klimazonen in der Antarktis:

Das Innere des Kontinents: Dies ist die kälteste Region der Antarktis. Die Küstengebiete: Hier herrschen mildere Temperaturen und die Niederschlagsraten sind deutlich höher. Die Antarktische Halbinsel: In dieser Region herrscht ein abermals wärmeres und feuchteres Klima; in den Sommermonaten sind Temperaturen über dem Gefrierpunkt keine Seltenheit.

In den Sommermonaten liegen die Temperaturen auf der Antarktischen Halbinsel zwischen -2°C  und +5°C. Im Rossmeer kann es mit Temperaturen von bis zu -20°C deutlich kälter werden.

Die Antarktis besteht aus zwei Hauptbereichen. Ostantarktis und Westantarktis. Mehr als 98% der Antarktis ist mit Eis bedeckt. Eis und Schnee dominieren das Landschaftsbild. Die zwei genannten Hauptbereiche der Antarktis sind durch das Transantarktische Gebirge getrennt. Darüber hinaus gibt es mindestens zwei aktive Vulkane in der Antarktis - Mount Erebus (3794 m) ist der höchste und besitzt einen See aus permanent flüssiger Lava. Der andere Vulkan befindet sich auf Deception Island nördlich der Antarktischen Halbinsel und ist ein beliebter Zwischenstopp für Touristenschiffe; denn dort ist es möglich, ein warmes Bad im vulkanisch erwärmten Wasser zu nehmen – umgeben von antarktischem Eis und Pinguinen.
 

Die Vegetation der Antarktis beschränkt sich auf etwa 350 Arten von zumeist Flechten, Moosen und Algen. Verschiedene Seevögel, Robben und Pinguine können hier jedoch, in zum Teil großer Anzahl, gesichtet werden. Zu den Tierarten, die wir in der Antarktis sichten können, gehören Kaiserpinguine, Adelie-Pinguine, Zügelpinguine, Eselspinguine, Schwertwale, Buckelwale, Weddellrobben und Seeleoparden. Die Menge der Tiere überrascht vielfach innerhalb dieser ansonsten kargen Eiswüste.

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About Antarctica cruises

Weather you can expect on your cruise to Antarctica

Your Antarctica cruise will show you some of Earth’s most beautiful scenery in one of its least hospitable environments: Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest of all the continents, though it grants travelers access to some of the most dazzling sights the planet has to offer.

Grey peaks stab out of the wind-carved snow, passing icebergs dot the dark blue waters, and wildlife that can be seen nowhere else reminds you that you’re truly in another world when you are on an Antarctica cruise.

Along the Antarctic coastline, temperatures can reach as high as 10°C (50°F) during a hot summer day. On a regular day, it can plummet to barely above freezing. But that doesn’t mean you’ll be uncomfortable. Our vessels are designed to make your cruise to Antarctica as pleasant as possible, and we’ll give you all the packing info you need to stay warm and dry from beginning to end.

Fun facts to prepare you for your Antarctica cruise

  • Antarctica is larger than Europe
  • Because Antarctica experiences so little precipitation, it is technically a desert
  • The name “Antarctica” comes from a Greek phrase meaning “opposite to north”
  • Almost 62% of the freshwater ice on Earth exists in Antarctica, enough to raise the oceans by about 60 meters (197 feet) if it melted today
  • The coldest temperature ever recorded was at the Antarctic research station Vostok, on July 21, 1983, when the thermometer dropped to -89.2°C (-128.6°F), cold enough to shatter steel
  • Despite the cold, the biggest documented mass of living creatures — a 10,000,000-ton school of krill — was spotted in the Antarctic
  • The first confirmed sighting of Antarctica was in 1820, though it would take almost a century — until 1911, to be exact — before a human being set foot on the continent

Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise to Antarctica

An Antarctica cruise introduces you to a seldom-seen side of our planet. It means visiting a part of Earth that has remained largely unchanged since Aristotle first wrote of Terra Australis, or the “Land of the South,” centuries before Antarctica would be seen by human eyes.

Taking a cruise to Antarctica also means acquainting yourself with the real survivalists of the Antarctic: the seals, whales, penguins, and other seabirds who call the region home.

Our Antarctica cruises offer you an experience unlike any you have ever had. Whether you’re kayaking among towering icebergs, hiking near inquisitive penguins, or camping beneath the wild polar skies, your cruise to Antarctica will redefine your notion of adventure.

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