Yes, Arctic cruising is very popular with solo travelers from not just the USA and Canada, but from around the world. With most ships taking less than 200 passengers, it's easy to meet people onboard at the welcoming evening, lectures, or during meals.
Antarctica is a popular destination not just for American travelers, but with adventure-seekers from many other countries as well! If you're seeking a friendly, welcoming, and English-speaking trip for your Antarctic cruise, we recommend vessels such as Ocean Albatros, Ocean Nova, Discoverer, and Ocean Victory. Each ship takes fewer than 200 guests, allowing you to maximize your time off the ship and on the ice with twice-daily excursions, weather permitting.
Most Antarctica cruises depart from the southernmost tip of South America, so to get to Antarctica from the US, you'll first need to fly to the port towns of Ushuaia, Argentina or Punta Arenas, Chile. You can connect from many major US cities to Buenos Aires, and from there, pick up your connecting flight to Ushuaia or Punta Arenas. The major airports in South America have English signage and English-speaking airline staff, so it's easy to navigate, even if you don't speak Spanish.
East Antarctica may take some effort to reach from North America, but these longer expeditions explore some of the least visited, wildest and most historically significant regions of the White Continent. Only a few East Antarctica and Ross Sea expedition cruises depart each year.
From the US, you'll fly to Australia or New Zealand to board your East Antarctica and Ross Sea cruise.
Did you know Antarctica is surrounded on all sides by Sub-Antarctic islands? Most of them are mere specks in the Southern Ocean – not even shown on most world maps. However, these unique, beautiful, and biodiverse islands are rarely visited by travelers and are ideal for anyone seeking a rugged and remote adventure!
Sub-Antarctic cruises usually visit several islands, which can include:
MACQUARIE ISLAND
Macquarie Island is one of the most incredible, and least visited, regions of Australia.
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Due to its relative proximity to South America, cruises to the Antarctic Peninsula remain the most popular option for Antarctic travelers. An extension of the Andes Mountains range in South America, the Peninsula is the northernmost part of the continent and offers a dramatic mountainous backdrop full of stunning scenery and a plethora of wildlife.
An Antarctic Peninsula cruise is perfect for North American travelers who seek abundant wildlife, epic landscapes, and lots of glaciers and ice.
Experience the White Continent in unmatched comfort and style. Not only will you enjoy and relax in ultimate comfort, you will also be able to step ashore on the spectacular white continent. Witness glaciers and mountain ranges like never before and be amazed by the abundance of wildlife. The combination of this spectacular continent with the luxury on board is truly a once in a lifetime, so finding the best luxury cruise to Antarctica is perfect for Americans and Canadians who want to travel in style.
TRAVELING TO ANTARCTICA CRUISES FROM AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
Traveling to Antarctica from Australia and New Zealand can be achieved in a few ways: you can fly to South America and depart from Ushuaia, Argentina or depart directly on your Antarctica cruise from Australia or New Zealand.
Search cruises to Antarctica from South America starting from US$7,795