16 Jan 2027
Twin share
£18,632pp
Escorted tour
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica Expedition Cruise – 20 Days
The Falklands, the king penguin colonies of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula on one voyage, aboard a modern polar ship.
20 days
From £17,043
Tour overview
This 20-day expedition cruise is the most complete voyage to the far south, combining the Falkland Islands, the wildlife spectacle of South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula. You sail aboard Ocean Victory, a modern polar ship with a stabilising X-bow, an ice-class hull, cabins with views (many with balconies), a heated boot room, viewing platforms near the waterline and two outdoor hot tubs. An expedition team leads every landing and lecture. The voyage includes one hotel night in Ushuaia, 18 nights on board with all meals, the loan of a waterproof expedition jacket and boots, and an arrival transfer. The ship carries up to around 180 passengers, with landings in smaller groups to protect the wildlife.
From Ushuaia you sail east across the Southern Ocean to the Falkland Islands. On West Falkland you visit remote settlements and rugged coasts home to albatrosses and rockhopper penguins, and in Stanley, the small capital on East Falkland, you explore a harbour town of colourful houses, a museum and a cathedral with a whalebone arch.
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Crossing the Antarctic Convergence, where the water turns colder, you watch for wandering albatrosses, the world's largest flying bird. Four days on South Georgia, known as the Serengeti of the Southern Ocean, are the heart of the voyage. Tens of thousands of king penguins crowd its beaches alongside elephant seals and fur seals, beneath glaciers and snowy peaks. Landings may include old whaling stations and Grytviken, where the explorer Ernest Shackleton is buried.
Sailing through the iceberg-strewn Scotia Sea, you reach the Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands for four days of Zodiac cruises and landings among gentoo and chinstrap penguins, seals and whales, against a backdrop of glaciers and ice cliffs. The ship then crosses the Drake Passage back to Ushuaia, with a photography contest and a slideshow of the voyage.
The physical rating is medium, with Zodiac landings and walks on uneven ground, and the open ocean can be rough. Itineraries depend on weather and ice. This voyage suits keen wildlife lovers and photographers who want the ultimate polar experience. Travel insurance with polar evacuation cover is essential.
Trip highlights
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West Falkland and Stanley (Days 4–5)
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Wandering albatrosses in the Southern Ocean (Days 6–7)
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King penguin colonies on South Georgia (Days 8–11)
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Grytviken and Shackleton's grave, weather permitting
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Icebergs of the Scotia Sea (Days 12–13)
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Four days on the Antarctic Peninsula (Days 14–17)
Your route
5 stops from Ushuaia to Deception Island
- Ushuaia Days 1–2 & 20
- Stanley Days 3–5
- South Georgia Days 6–13
- Antarctic Peninsula Days 14–19
- Deception Island Day 14
Why choose this tour
The Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica on one voyage, the richest wildlife route in the far south. A modern polar ship with an expert expedition team and expedition gear provided.
Best suited to
- Wildlife lovers and photographers
- Travellers who want the most complete Antarctic voyage
- History enthusiasts interested in Shackleton
- Travellers comfortable with long sea days
Day-by-day itinerary
20 days from Ushuaia, Argentina to Ushuaia, Argentina
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Day 1 · Ushuaia Arrive in Ushuaia
Transfer to your hotel for a welcome meeting in the evening.
- Hotel
- Comfortable hotel
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Day 2 · Ushuaia Board the ship
A free morning for Ushuaia's Maritime Museum or markets, then board the ship.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · Southern Ocean Southern Ocean
Sail towards the Falklands, with lectures on the wildlife and history ahead.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · West Falkland West Falkland
Visit remote settlements and coasts on the islands' western side.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Stanley, East Falkland Stanley
Explore Stanley, the small capital, with its colourful houses and harbour.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Southern Ocean Southern Ocean
Cross the Antarctic Convergence, watching for wandering albatrosses.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Southern Ocean Southern Ocean
A second day at sea as you approach South Georgia.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · South Georgia South Georgia
Arrive at South Georgia for landings among king penguins and seals.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · South Georgia South Georgia
Explore beaches, glaciers and wildlife colonies by Zodiac and on foot.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Grytviken South Georgia
Landings may include the old whaling station of Grytviken and Shackleton's grave.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · South Georgia South Georgia
A final day on South Georgia, weather permitting.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · Scotia Sea Scotia Sea
Sail south as the icebergs grow larger and more frequent.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 · Scotia Sea Scotia Sea
Lectures and wildlife watching as you approach Antarctica.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 14 · Antarctic Peninsula Antarctic Peninsula
Begin four days of Zodiac cruises and landings on the Antarctic Peninsula.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 15 · Antarctic Peninsula Antarctic Peninsula
Explore glaciers, ice cliffs and penguin colonies.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 16 · South Shetland Islands South Shetland Islands
Visit the volcanic South Shetland Islands.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 17 · South Shetland Islands South Shetland Islands
A final day of landings before heading north.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 18 · Drake Passage Drake Passage
Cross the Drake Passage, with a slideshow of the voyage.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 19 · Beagle Channel Drake Passage
Reach the Beagle Channel and a farewell evening.
- Hotel
- Ocean Victory
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 20 · Ushuaia Arrive back in Ushuaia
Leave the ship in Ushuaia after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Ushuaia (1 night) Comfortable hotel
- At sea (18 nights) Ocean Victory expedition ship
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 1 hotel night in Ushuaia and 18 nights on board
- Meals 19 breakfasts, 17 lunches and 18 dinners
- Expedition cruise aboard Ocean Victory
- Daily Zodiac excursions and guided landings, weather permitting
- Onboard lectures and a Citizen Science programme
- Loan of a waterproof expedition jacket and boots
- Arrival airport transfer in Ushuaia
- Expedition team throughout
Not included
- Flights to and from Ushuaia
- Drinks other than tea, coffee and water
- Optional activities such as kayaking
- Tips, travel insurance with polar cover and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You get seasick easily — there are many days at sea
- You want a short trip — this voyage lasts 20 days
- You want a fixed itinerary — landings depend on weather
- You want flights to Ushuaia included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £17,043 per person, twin share, tour only. 3 upcoming departures.
10 Feb 2027
Twin share
£17,043pp
27 Dec 2027
Twin share
£18,951pp
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
When does the voyage run?
In the austral summer, with departures in January, February and late December.
Is expedition gear provided?
Yes, a waterproof expedition jacket and warm waterproof boots are lent to you for the voyage.
What wildlife will we see?
King, gentoo, chinstrap and rockhopper penguins, elephant and fur seals, albatrosses and whales are all likely, though sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Will I get seasick?
There are many days on the open ocean, and some can be rough. Bring remedies and ask the ship's doctor for advice.
Do I need a visa for the Falklands?
UK citizens do not need a visa for the Falklands or South Georgia. Check the FCDO advice before travel.
How many passengers are on board?
Up to about 180, with landings in smaller groups.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary