Antarctica Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
48 ships from 20 cruise lines across 3 countries
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Upcoming sailings calling in Antarctica, earliest departure first.
Antarctica cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 280 upcoming sailings on 48 ships from 20 cruise lines visiting Antarctica, calling at 10 places. Cruises can start in King George Island Antarctica and end in King George Island Antarctica.
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14 Days One-Way from Puerto Williams to King George Island Antarctica
Silver Endeavour
10 Days One-Way from King George Island Antarctica to Puerto Williams
Silver Endeavour
38 Days One-Way from Southampton to San Antonio
Majestic Princess
Ships by type: 38 ocean 2 river 14 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in Antarctica by country
Compare Antarctica cruise lines
Lindblad Expeditions has the most upcoming sailings among Antarctica cruise lines (35). Starting fares run from $1,832 per person. Most sailings last 9–58 nights, and the most common length is 10 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (18)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silversea Cruises | 31 | $13,070 | 9–25 nights (typically 9) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 30 | $8,866 | 28–95 nights (typically 25) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 6 | $34,398 | 17–65 nights (typically 17) |
Luxury cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Expeditions | 34 | $12,146 | 9–22 nights (typically 10) |
| Scenic Cruises | 25 | $19,500 | 15–28 nights (typically 19) |
| Ponant Cruises | 14 | $5,720 | 10–21 nights (typically 18) |
| Oceania Cruises | 8 | $5,899 | 21–54 nights (typically 21) |
Premium cruise lines (7)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindblad Expeditions | 35 | $12,400 | 7–21 nights (typically 7) |
| Viking Cruises | 17 | $8,999 | 14–68 nights (typically 12) |
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 15 | $13,559 | 7–16 nights (typically 9) |
| Azamara Cruises | 10 | $4,109 | 20–74 nights (typically 12) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 9 | $14,377 | 20–22 nights (typically 22) |
| Quark Expeditions | 9 | $16,826 | 8–17 nights (typically 10) |
| Crystal Cruises | 4 | $10,300 | 17–71 nights (typically 17) |
Contemporary cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holland America | 13 | $1,924 | 14–40 nights (typically 14) |
| Princess Cruises | 6 | $2,047 | 14–52 nights (typically 14) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 3 | $3,009 | 15–16 nights (typically 15) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 1 | $1,832 | 14 nights |
River cruise lines (2)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uniworld | 7 | On request | 10–18 nights (typically 10) |
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Waterways | 3 | $5,450 | 7–11 nights (typically 7) |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise embarkation (1)
Cruise disembarkation (1)
Cruise lines sailing in Antarctica (20)
Ocean cruise lines (18)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (3)
Luxury cruise lines (4)
Premium cruise lines (7)
Contemporary cruise lines (4)
River cruise lines (2)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
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Frequently asked questions about Antarctica cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Antarctica?
Yes. Cruises start in King George Island Antarctica. Cruises end in King George Island Antarctica.
How many places do cruises visit in Antarctica?
10 Antarctica places are visited by 48 ships from 20 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Antarctica?
20 cruise lines sail to Antarctica, including Atlas Ocean Voyages, Aurora Expeditions, Avalon Waterways, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises and 14 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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