Antarctic Explorer: Discover the 7th Continent is a classic voyage that gives you the best of the stunning Antarctic Peninsula in 11 days. Conquer the famed Drake Passage in one of Quark’s four stabilised, polar-class vessels; explore majestic natural environments by zodiac and on foot; get up close and personal with penguins, whales and other wildlife; and enjoy talks on history, biology and glaciology by onboard polar experts. You can personalise your adventure with options that suit your interests, and cross the 7th Continent off the list—your way. Note: this itinerary can also start in Buenos Aires and has 11 or 12 day options. The below itinerary is for 11 days and starts and end in Ushuaia. Please speak to your consultant for further information regarding Buenos Aires departures.
This itinerary is with Quark Expeditions, a company which operates more ships in the polar regions than any other operator. Their vessels, which are optimised for polar travel, range from 128 to 199 passengers and provide an excellent home base for your polar exploration.
Their fleet features strengthened hulls for superior navigation in ice-packed polar waters and boast exceptional levels of comfort and services. From the brand new 5* Ultramarine , to their refurbished and comfortable 3* ship the Ocean Adventurer or the 4* World Explorer – Quark will ensure your Antarctica adventure is memorable.
North South Notes: Quark Expeditions is a polar expert and have a range of great itineraries – this classic Antarctic Explorer: Discover the 7th Continent option is fantastic for first time travellers that just want to explore the Antarctic Peninsula .
Unsure if this Antarctic Express: Discover the 7th Continen itinerary is right for you? Review our Antarctica destination page for full details on seasonality, routes, ship selection, pricing, expedition inclusions and how North South Voyages can help make your Antarctica dream become reality.
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Date Dec 01 - Dec 11, 2025
Duration 11 days - 10 nights
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Date Dec 10 - Dec 20, 2025
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Date Dec 19 - Dec 29, 2025
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Date Feb 28 - Mar 10, 2027
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Date Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2026
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Date Dec 27, 2026 - Jan 06, 2027
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Date Jan 05 - Jan 15, 2027
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Date Nov 06 - Nov 16, 2026
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Date Dec 27, 2026 - Jan 06, 2027
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Date Nov 24 - Dec 04, 2025
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Date Jan 26 - Feb 05, 2027
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Date Jan 06 - Jan 17, 2027
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Date Dec 17 - Dec 28, 2026
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Date Dec 27, 2026 - Jan 07, 2027
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Date Feb 06 - Feb 17, 2027
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Date Feb 19 - Mar 02, 2025
Duration 11 days - 10 nights
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Date Jan 05 - Jan 15, 2027
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Date Nov 15 - Nov 25, 2026
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Date Nov 21 - Dec 01, 2026
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Date Nov 30 - Dec 10, 2026
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Date Dec 09 - Dec 19, 2026
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Date Nov 04 - Nov 14, 2025
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Date Mar 10 - Mar 21, 2027
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Date Feb 28 - Mar 11, 2027
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Date Dec 17 - Dec 28, 2025
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Date Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 07, 2026
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Date Feb 08 - Feb 19, 2026
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Date Feb 18 - Mar 01, 2026
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Date Nov 06 - Nov 16, 2025
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Date Nov 15 - Nov 25, 2025
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Date Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 06, 2026
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Date Jan 05 - Jan 15, 2026
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Date Jan 14 - Jan 24, 2026
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Date Jan 23 - Feb 02, 2026
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Date Feb 17 - Feb 27, 2026
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Date Feb 26 - Mar 08, 2026
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Date Nov 12 - Nov 22, 2026
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Overview
Day 3 - 4
Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 5 - 8
South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula
Day 9 - 10
Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11
Disembark in Ushuaia
Inclusions:
Experienced Expedition Leader
All Zodiac transfers and shore landing and cruising per the daily program – Adventure options Hiking, Polar Plunge and Zodiac cruising
For Ultramarine departures: Flight seeing aboard
All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage
Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
A photographic journal documenting the expedition
A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
All luggage handling aboard the ship
Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
Group transfer in Ushuaia from airport to pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast
Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day
Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility
Exclusions:
International airfare
Passport and applicable visa expenses
Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned
Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
Laundry, bar, massage services and other personal charges, unless specified
Phone and Internet charges
Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
Adventure options on expeditions (all weather dependent) that are not included in the cost of the voyage (e.g., sea kayaking, camping, etc.)
Optional Extras:
Camping
Paddling/ Sea kayaking
Stand up Paddle Boarding
For Ultramarine departures: Alpine Heli trekking & Exclusive Heli Landing
*Note that we will quote flights for you when provided with your desired travel dates. Costs will vary depending on your travel dates.
