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Among the Penguins: Antarctica 2027

Jan 12 - 22, 2027

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Angela Alessi

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Overview

Lee has always wanted to see penguins in the wild.
I’ve never been one to chase the cold.

But some places are worth stepping beyond your usual boundaries.

In January 2027, we’re doing both.

Among the Penguins is a roundtrip expedition from Ushuaia, Argentina, across the legendary Drake Passage and into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. For several extraordinary days, we will explore one of the most remote and pristine places on Earth. Towering glaciers. Ice-choked channels. Vast white landscapes that feel almost unreal.

We’ll sail through the Gerlache Strait and Antarctic Sound, go ashore where gentoo penguins waddle freely, and scan the horizon for whales, seals, and seabirds. Daily Zodiac landings bring us close to the wildlife and dramatic scenery that make Antarctica unlike anywhere else on the planet.

Onboard, polar experts and professional photographers guide us deeper into the experience, whether through lectures, wildlife briefings, or hands-on photography support. Optional kayaking & snowshoeing offers an even more intimate perspective for those who want it.

This is not a sightseeing cruise. It’s a true expedition to the White Continent.

And we’re inviting a small group to experience it with us.

Trip Details

What’s included – Cruise Plus

Cruise Plus – What’s included Perfect for travellers who like peace of mind that everything is taken care of. What’s INCLUDED: Charter flights to the port of embarkation/ disembarkation (Ushuaia) Group return transfers from airport to cruise port ...

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The Wonder at the Bottom of the World

The Wonder at the Bottom of the World Towering glaciers crack and calve into the sea. Icebergs drift in impossible shades of blue. Penguin colonies gather along snowy shores. Whales surface and disappear into icy silence. This is not a place you s...

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SH Vega Walkthrough Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5f1Dr8H1lk https://www.youtube.com/embed/v5f1Dr8H1lk

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Sail to the Last Great Wilderness – Antarctica Like Never Before Video

https://www.youtube.com/embed/EO_8rZv4c5I

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10 Unmissable Antarctica Bucket List Adventures

Are you ready to visit one of the last untouched places on Earth? An expedition cruise to Antarctica with Swan Hellenic will give you the journey of a lifetime! Our expert Expeditions Team has gathered your top 10 must-do experiences from Antarcti...

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The Photography Lab onboard

The Photography Lab Photographers Capturing the right images of your voyage has never been more important. And on an expedition cruise to exceptional destinations there’s a lot you can do to enhance your pictures. Whether you're shooting on your p...

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Day 1 · Tue, Jan 12

Arrival to Buenos Aires Airport (EZE)

Travelers need to arrive in Buenos Aires on Jan. 12th. Many flights to Buenos Aires are overnight, so they might have to depart the USA on Jan. 11th. Swan Hellenic will pick them up at the airport. We have shared group transfers for guests arrivin...

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Included 1 night Lodging/Hotel info

The included hotel night in Buenos Aires will be on the night of Jan. 12th. If guests would like to arrive earlier to explore more of Buenos Aires, we can arrange additional hotel nights, but then this would require them to book a private arrival ...

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Day 2 · Wed, Jan 13 · Ushuaia, Argentina

Hotel to airport/charter flight info

On Jan. 13th, SwanHellenic will transfer all guests via coach to the airport for the included charter flight. Upon landing in Ushuaia, a coach will transfer all guests to the ship. The captain will advise what the all aboard time will be once they...

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About Your Cruise Line - Swan Hellenic

Swan Hellenic pioneered cultural expedition cruising back in the '50s, when we accompanied members of the Hellenic Society around ancient Greece in the company of celebrated scholars. Our first groundbreaking trip was so successful, more voyages were developed, and over time, Swan Hellenic became known for combining bold, intriguing journeys, exclusive lecturers, and sophisticated onboard comfort. Now, over 70 years later, we’re proud to explore the world with the same passion and...

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About Your Ship - SH Vega

Named after the first ship to cross the Arctic Northeast Passage, SH Vega was designed to journey to faraway places and remote polar regions in style and comfort. 

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Embarkation in Ushuaia

Ushuaia Day 1 Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the wo...

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Day 3 · Thu, Jan 14 · At Sea

About Your Cruise - Crossing the Drake Passage

Our expedition truly begins as we set sail across the legendary Drake Passage, the stretch of ocean between South America and Antarctica. Swan Hellenic typically plans for two days to complete the crossing, allowing ample time to navigate safely a...

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So, what is the Drake Passage?

The Drake Passage is the stretch of ocean separating South America from Antarctica — and it has earned its reputation. Often described as a rite of passage for Antarctic travelers, the Drake can range from calm and glassy, known as the “Drake Lake...

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Day 4 · Fri, Jan 15 · At Sea

About Your Cruise - At Sea or First Glimpse of Antarctica

Depending on weather and sea conditions, today may continue our Drake Passage crossing or bring us our first sight of Antarctic ice on the horizon. Should conditions allow for a swifter crossing, we may reach the South Shetland Islands or outer re...

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Day 5 · Sat, Jan 16 · Antarctic Peninsula

First Landing on the White Continent

Antarctic Peninsula After two days crossing the Drake, the first sight of Antarctica often stops conversation mid-sentence. Towering ice cliffs. Glaciers spilling into the sea. The stillness. Today marks our first expedition landings. Conditions w...

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Optional Snowshoeing in Antarctica

Few experiences in Antarctica feel as quietly powerful as stepping across untouched snow. Moving silently across deep snow, guests enjoy breathtaking views of glaciers, icebergs, and vast polar landscapes—far beyond the usual viewpoints. Led by ou...

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Optional Kayaking in Antarctica

Duration: Approximately 1–2 hours Weather and conditions permitting For those who want a quieter, more intimate perspective of Antarctica, Swan Hellenic’s kayaking program offers a truly unique way to explore. If conditions allow, kayaking may be ...

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Day 6 · Sun, Jan 17 · Antarctic Peninsula

Wildlife & Ice

The Antarctic Peninsula is alive in ways few places on Earth are. Today’s explorations focus on wildlife encounters and navigating through sculpted icescapes. We may cruise by Zodiac among drifting icebergs in surreal shades of blue or watch for h...

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Day 7 · Mon, Jan 18 · Antarctic Peninsula

Glaciers, Channels & Perspective

Today may take us through some of the Peninsula’s most dramatic waterways, possibly including the famed Lemaire Channel, where mountains rise sharply from narrow passages and icebergs drift in cathedral-like formations. From the observation decks ...

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Day 8 · Tue, Jan 19 · Antarctic Peninsula

Final Antarctic Moments

Our final full day among the Antarctic landscapes often feels different. By now, stepping into a Zodiac feels familiar. The cold feels manageable. The scale feels less overwhelming and more awe-inspiring. We continue to adapt to the ice and weathe...

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Day 9 · Wed, Jan 20 · At Sea

About Your Cruise - Return Crossing of the Drake Passage

We begin our northbound crossing of the Drake Passage. As with our southbound journey, the captain and expedition team determine our pace based on sea and weather conditions. Swan Hellenic allows up to two days for a safe and well-managed transit....

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Day 10 · Thu, Jan 21 · At Sea

About Your Cruise - At Sea

Our final full day at sea provides space to process Antarctica. The scale. The silence. The wildlife encounters that still feel surreal. Expedition staff may offer voyage recaps and final lectures, tying together the science, history, and explorat...

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Day 11 · Fri, Jan 22 · Ushuaia, Argentina

Return to Ushuaia and disembarkation

We arrive back in Ushuaia this morning, our expedition to the White Continent complete. After breakfast, we disembark and transfer to the airport or onward arrangements. Antarctica has a way of reshaping how you see the world. The quiet. The wildl...

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Departure info.

I do not have the confirmed charter flight times yet, but typically we land in Buenos Aires around 4pm, and most flights depart late around 10pm back to the US. Guests are typically able to connect the same day back to the US. The charter flight i...

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