Christmas in Antarctica
Experience the magic of Christmas on the White Continent, with snow-dusted scenery, iconic Antarctic wildlife and sparkling ice sculptures. Head south, party with the penguins and make it a festive season to remember.
5 reasons to visit Antarctica at Christmas
- A guaranteed white Christmas
- It's a wonderful time to visit, just as the penguin chicks are hatching
- Over 22 hours of daylight each day maximises time to explore
- You may be able to take advantage of public holidays in the Christmas break
- By late December/ early January humpback whales have returned to Antarctica
Adelie penguins at sunset, Antarctica
Sunset on the ice, Antarctica
Kayaking into the Antarctic sunset
Mountaineering, Antarctica
Whales at Neko Harbour, Antarctica
King penguins in the snow
Sunset over the mountains, Antarctica
Swoop says
We love the end of December, it usually has the best weather and then there's the suspense of seeing penguin chicks that have just hatched - an incredible sight. Keep your binoculars handy!
Our Favourite Christmas Cruises
Original Fly & Cruise Luxury Adventure
Fly over the Drake Passage in just 2 hours, both to and from Antarctica. Ideal for those wanting a high comfort level, but who have limited time or are anxious sailors. An outstanding program, successfully operated for over 15 seasons.…
- 8 Days
- $12,995
Antarctic Basecamp Adventure
The ultimate Antarctic adventure, this trip is specifically for the active traveller. Spend 6 days kayaking, hiking, camping, mountaineering and snowshoeing, all included in the price. A medium-sized expedition ship acts as your floating ‘basecamp’. Great value for money backed…
- 12-13 Days
- $10,350
Antarctic Explorer
The great strength of this trip is choice - the widest selection of departure dates and optional adventure activities available across four first-rate ice-strengthened ships (128 to 199 guests). Spend a minimum of four full days exploring Antarctica. Enjoy daily…
- 11–12 Days
- $10,995
Onto the Antarctic Ice
With four medium-sized expedition ships and regular departure dates throughout the season, this well priced voyage is a popular option. Across striking landscapes and icy seas your company will include penguins, seals, whales and skuas. For the adventurous, optional kayaking…
- 10-13 Days
- $10,200
Antarctic Peninsula Classic
Travelling on board one of Antarctica’s few truly luxury vessels, explore the highlights of the peninsula while travelling in 5* comfort. Spacious suites, first class cuisine and optional adventure activities all help create this ideal marriage of comfort and adventure.…
- 11-14 Days
- $10,345
What our customers think
Read More >Being on Antarctica, seeing the Penguins and Seals - these were priceless moments with my family.
Ken Toy United States Of America December 2019
Read More >Christmas morning. Waking up to kayak in water surrounded by ice chunks. A minke whale pops up right as we are switching the zodiacs. The sun came out for the first time and it was magical.
Katie Salva United States Of America December 2019
Antarctica in December
A fantastic time to visit the 7th Continent for a guaranteed white Christmas! Enjoy festive hosting onboard your expedition vessel, as well as plenty of wildlife sightings to keep your experience magical. The weather is excellent in the festive time period, and with penguin chicks beginning to hatch, you'll certainly have lots of photographs to treasure your time at the end of the world.
Christmas Antarctica Cruises in 2021
Discover South Georgia, Antarctica and Falklands
This voyage stands out by visiting the Antarctic Peninsula first and keeping the wonders of South Georgia for the second half. Plus you’ll be travelling on board one of the most exciting new Polar ships with only 120 guests, spacious…
- 20-22 Days
- $20,795
- 17-Dec-2021
Original Fly & Cruise Expedition Cruise
Travel with the pioneers of fly & cruise Antarctic voyages, flying in both directions and bypassing a 2-day sail on the Drake Passage. Regular departure dates (Dec - Feb) to choose from. Explore Antarctica aboard a trusty 68-passenger expedition ship…
- 8 Days
- $11,395
- 17-Dec-2021
- 2 other departures
Climb Mount Vinson
Looking to climb the highest peak of the Great White Continent? Over 12 days, this expertly guided trip will help you complete your 7 Summits challenge, beginning and ending with flights between Chile and Antarctica and everything taken care of…
- 12 Days
- $44,495
- 18-Dec-2021
- 1 other departure
Antarctic Explorer
The great strength of this trip is choice - the widest selection of departure dates and optional adventure activities available across four first-rate ice-strengthened ships (128 to 199 guests). Spend a minimum of four full days exploring Antarctica. Enjoy daily…
- 11–12 Days
- $7,995
- 19-Dec-2021
Antarctic Peninsula Expedition
Combining great value and consistently high customer feedback, this popular 10-day voyage is a perennial favourite, and justly so. You’ll spend 4 full days exploring Antarctica, sailing aboard a small 90-passenger vessel renowned for its friendly Latino staff and delicious…
- 10 Days
- $5,730
- 19-Dec-2021
- 1 other departure
South Shetland Islands & Antarctica Voyage
A classic 10-day voyage to the Great White Continent. Perfect for those wanting great value and comfortable accommodation. Sailing onboard a stable 198 passenger vessel that has recently been fully refurbished.…
- 10 Days
- $5,490
- 19-Dec-2021
Antarctic Peninsula Classic
Travelling on board one of Antarctica’s few truly luxury vessels, explore the highlights of the peninsula while travelling in 5* comfort. Spacious suites, first class cuisine and optional adventure activities all help create this ideal marriage of comfort and adventure.…
- 11-14 Days
- $8,995
- 20-Dec-2021
Cruise to The Antarctic Peninsula
This classic Peninsula trip stands out for its generously proportioned cabins, value for money and stylish 114-passenger ship. Spend 4-5 days experiencing Antarctica’s highlights, with optional camping and kayaking. Complimentary hotel stay in Ushuaia and a parka jacket are nice…
- 11-12 Days
- $9,095
- 20-Dec-2021
- 1 other departure
Original Fly & Cruise Luxury Adventure
Fly over the Drake Passage in just 2 hours, both to and from Antarctica. Ideal for those wanting a high comfort level, but who have limited time or are anxious sailors. An outstanding program, successfully operated for over 15 seasons.…
- 8 Days
- $12,995
- 21-Dec-2021
- 5 other departures
Quest for the Antarctic Circle
Aboard a very capable and spacious 134-passenger vessel, spend 7 days exploring the Peninsula with the planned highlight being reaching the Polar Circle. This 14-day trip benefits from spacious cabins and outer decks, and the option to camp out or…
- 14 Days
- $9,499
- 21-Dec-2021
Antarctic Fly & Cruise Safari
If you’re keen to fly to Antarctica instead of sailing, this 8-day trip is ideal with a choice of dates in December and February. Travel on outstanding expedition ships with optional kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. Complimentary hotel nights and…
- 8 Days
- $10,995
- 21-Dec-2021
Antarctic Basecamp Adventure
The ultimate Antarctic adventure, this trip is specifically for the active traveller. Spend 6 days kayaking, hiking, camping, mountaineering and snowshoeing, all included in the price. A medium-sized expedition ship acts as your floating ‘basecamp’. Great value for money backed…
- 12-13 Days
- $8,500
- 22-Dec-2021
Onto the Antarctic Ice
With four medium-sized expedition ships and regular departure dates throughout the season, this well priced voyage is a popular option. Across striking landscapes and icy seas your company will include penguins, seals, whales and skuas. For the adventurous, optional kayaking…
- 10-13 Days
- $5,950
- 23-Dec-2021
- 1 other departure
Ultimate Antarctica: South Georgia & Antarctic Circle
An epic 23-day voyage which packs in an astonishing 7 days in Antarctica, 4 days in wildlife-rich South Georgia and the Polar Circle at 66 degrees south. It's very rare to find a trip combining all three places. Limited departure…
- 23 Days
- $16,495
- 27-Dec-2021
Antarctic Peninsula Explorer
Explore the White Continent onboard one of the newest additions to the Polar fleet, a state-of-the-art expedition vessel combining adventure with comfort. Limited to only 126 passengers, there’s also a wide range of optional adventure activities on this classic Antarctic…
- 12-16 Days
- $10,900
- 27-Dec-2021
South Georgia, Antarctica and Falklands Luxury Explorer
Looking for an Antarctic adventure without compromising on comfort and service? This stylish 139-passenger ship, with its cavernous suites, fine dining and compelling itinerary, offers a very polished Southern Ocean adventure, at a fair…
- 20 Days
- $14,295
- 30-Dec-2021
Christmas Antarctica Cruises in 2022
Antarctic Peninsula Classic
Travelling on board one of Antarctica’s few truly luxury vessels, explore the highlights of the peninsula while travelling in 5* comfort. Spacious suites, first class cuisine and optional adventure activities all help create this ideal marriage of comfort and adventure.…
- 11-14 Days
- $8,995
- 17-Dec-2022
- 2 other departures
Cruise to The Antarctic Peninsula
This classic Peninsula trip stands out for its generously proportioned cabins, value for money and stylish 114-passenger ship. Spend 4-5 days experiencing Antarctica’s highlights, with optional camping and kayaking. Complimentary hotel stay in Ushuaia and a parka jacket are nice…
- 11-12 Days
- $9,095
- 19-Dec-2022
- 1 other departure
Quest for the Antarctic Circle
Aboard a very capable and spacious 134-passenger vessel, spend 7 days exploring the Peninsula with the planned highlight being reaching the Polar Circle. This 14-day trip benefits from spacious cabins and outer decks, and the option to camp out or…
- 14 Days
- $9,499
- 21-Dec-2022
Antarctic Basecamp Adventure
The ultimate Antarctic adventure, this trip is specifically for the active traveller. Spend 6 days kayaking, hiking, camping, mountaineering and snowshoeing, all included in the price. A medium-sized expedition ship acts as your floating ‘basecamp’. Great value for money backed…
- 12-13 Days
- $8,500
- 22-Dec-2022
- 1 other departure
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Adventure
With a good choice of departure dates through the season across four medium-sized ships, this 19-23 day trip stands out for its value for money and the broad range of cabin categories available, including Quads, which are…
- 19 - 22 Days
- $14,750
- 23-Dec-2022
- 1 other departure
South Georgia, Antarctica and Falklands Luxury Explorer
Looking for an Antarctic adventure without compromising on comfort and service? This stylish 139-passenger ship, with its cavernous suites, fine dining and compelling itinerary, offers a very polished Southern Ocean adventure, at a fair…
- 20 Days
- $14,295
- 27-Dec-2022
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With over 50 years of Antarctic experience between us, we can help guide you to exactly the right trip for you.