Quark ExpeditionsWVO20261115
Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent
Date
2026-11-15
Duration
10 nights
Departure Port
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Arrival Port
Ushuaia
Argentina
Rating
Expedition
Theme
—
Date
2026-11-15
Duration
10 nights
Departure Port
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Arrival Port
Ushuaia
Argentina
Rating
Expedition
Theme
—
Quark Expeditions
2018
—
10,000 GT
198
100
—
423 m
19 m
16 knots
No
Twice-founded and once the wealthiest city in Latin America, Buenos Aires seduces with the world-class acoustics of the Teatro Colón, the ritual theatre of a wood-fire asado at a San Telmo parrilla, and the cobblestoned milongas where tango was born and where it burns still. Cross the estuary to UNESCO-listed Colonia del Sacramento or head south toward the glaciers of Patagonia. As South America's premier cruise hub for Antarctic expeditions and round-the-continent voyages, the city is most inviting from November through March.
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is a captivating blend of history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, making it a unique port of call in Argentina. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like centolla and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of nearby Los Glaciares National Park. The best time to visit is during the summer months of December to March, when the weather is mild, and the scenery is at its most stunning.
The South Shetland Islands, a stunning archipelago near the Antarctic Peninsula, are known for their rich history and pristine wilderness. Must-do experiences include visiting the research stations on King George Island and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Swift Bay and Crystal Sound. The best season to visit is during the Antarctic summer, from November to March, when daylight extends and wildlife is abundant.
The Antarctic Peninsula, that dramatic arc of rock and ice reaching toward South America, remains one of Earth's last true wildernesses — governed by international treaty and unchanged since the heroic age of Shackleton and Amundsen. Towering glaciers calve icebergs the size of cathedrals into mirror-calm fjords; colonies of hundreds of thousands of penguins line volcanic black-sand beaches; humpback whales breach at improbable distances from Zodiac boats. November through March is the expedition season, with peak wildlife encounters from December to February. A voyage here is not merely travel — it is a transformation, a reckoning with scale and silence that stays with you for life.
The South Shetland Islands, a stunning archipelago near the Antarctic Peninsula, are known for their rich history and pristine wilderness. Must-do experiences include visiting the research stations on King George Island and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Swift Bay and Crystal Sound. The best season to visit is during the Antarctic summer, from November to March, when daylight extends and wildlife is abundant.
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is a captivating blend of history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, making it a unique port of call in Argentina. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like centolla and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of nearby Los Glaciares National Park. The best time to visit is during the summer months of December to March, when the weather is mild, and the scenery is at its most stunning.
Day 1
Twice-founded and once the wealthiest city in Latin America, Buenos Aires seduces with the world-class acoustics of the Teatro Colón, the ritual theatre of a wood-fire asado at a San Telmo parrilla, and the cobblestoned milongas where tango was born and where it burns still. Cross the estuary to UNESCO-listed Colonia del Sacramento or head south toward the glaciers of Patagonia. As South America's premier cruise hub for Antarctic expeditions and round-the-continent voyages, the city is most inviting from November through March.
Day 2
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is a captivating blend of history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, making it a unique port of call in Argentina. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like centolla and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of nearby Los Glaciares National Park. The best time to visit is during the summer months of December to March, when the weather is mild, and the scenery is at its most stunning.
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
The South Shetland Islands, a stunning archipelago near the Antarctic Peninsula, are known for their rich history and pristine wilderness. Must-do experiences include visiting the research stations on King George Island and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Swift Bay and Crystal Sound. The best season to visit is during the Antarctic summer, from November to March, when daylight extends and wildlife is abundant.
Day 6
The Antarctic Peninsula, that dramatic arc of rock and ice reaching toward South America, remains one of Earth's last true wildernesses — governed by international treaty and unchanged since the heroic age of Shackleton and Amundsen. Towering glaciers calve icebergs the size of cathedrals into mirror-calm fjords; colonies of hundreds of thousands of penguins line volcanic black-sand beaches; humpback whales breach at improbable distances from Zodiac boats. November through March is the expedition season, with peak wildlife encounters from December to February. A voyage here is not merely travel — it is a transformation, a reckoning with scale and silence that stays with you for life.
Day 8
The South Shetland Islands, a stunning archipelago near the Antarctic Peninsula, are known for their rich history and pristine wilderness. Must-do experiences include visiting the research stations on King George Island and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Swift Bay and Crystal Sound. The best season to visit is during the Antarctic summer, from November to March, when daylight extends and wildlife is abundant.
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is a captivating blend of history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty, making it a unique port of call in Argentina. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like centolla and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of nearby Los Glaciares National Park. The best time to visit is during the summer months of December to March, when the weather is mild, and the scenery is at its most stunning.
Occupancy: Up to 2 guests
445 sq. ft.
Oversized private balcony with teak furnishings
Walk-in closet and wardrobe
Living room with sofa and vanity
Includes 2 wall-mounted TVs with “infotainment” system
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 3 guests
382 sq. ft.
Oversized private balcony with teak furnishings
Walk-in closet and wardrobe
Living room with sofa and vanity
Includes 2 wall-mounted TVs with “infotainment” system
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 3 guests
465 sq. ft.
Oversized private balcony with teak furnishings
Double sinks and tub
Walk-in closet and wardrobe
Living room with sofa and vanity
Includes 2 wall-mounted TVs with “infotainment” system
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 2 guests
270 sq. ft. including floor-to-ceiling Juliette Balcony with top-drop electric window
Sitting area with sofa and TV
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 2 guests
300 sq. ft. including floor-to-ceiling Juliette Balcony with top-drop electric window
Interior seating area with sofa and TV
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 2 guests
270 sq. ft. (including balcony)
Sitting area with sofa and TV
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
Occupancy: Up to 3 guests
300 sq. ft. (including balcony)
Living room with sofa and vanity
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotain
Occupancy: Up to 2 guests
183 sq. ft.
Sitting area with chair, desk and TV
ALL ACCOMMODATIONS INCLUDE:
FREE Stocked in-room minibar
24-hour room service including spirits, wine and beer
Nespresso Coffee and Kusmi Teas
Still and sparkling water in reusable glass bottles
Private marble spa bath with luxurious L’OCCITANE amenities
Walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets
Plush terry bathrobes and slippers
Queen bed with sumptuous Portuguese cotton linens by Lameirinho
Option to convert queen bed into two singles
Spacious wardrobe
Wall-mounted television with infotainment system
Complimentary use of binoculars
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