Ushuaia, Argentina, gateway to Antarctica, and Punta Arenas, Chile, both excellent departure points for regional adventures.
Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park near Ushuaia for hiking and scenic views. Observe Magellanic penguin colonies from boat trips near both cities.
While on your expedition ship, daily excursions immerse you in Antarctica's pure natural environment, managed by your expedition team.
Antarctica functions as a vast nature preserve. Specific landing sites are approved by IAATO to safeguard wildlife and ecosystems.
Witness penguins, seals, and seabirds in their natural habitats. Daily excursions display the region's incredible biodiversity.
Many voyagers extend their trip to explore more of South America.
Allocate time to Ushuaia or Punta Arenas. Visit local museums, waterfronts, or adjacent natural areas like penguin colonies or national parks.
Patagonia (Argentina/Chile) has world-class trekking and glaciers. Iguazu Falls has a stunning waterfall system.
A trip to Antarctica paired with South America reveals a broad spectrum of spectacular natural sites and cultural richness.
Domestic flights connect Antarctic gateway cities having key From South america hubs. Public buses provide assistance to many overland paths inside Patagonia.
A popular route links Buenos Aires, Ushuaia for the Antarctic cruise, then El Calafate for Patagonia. Alternatively, explore Chile via Santiago, Punta Arenas, and Torres del Paine.
