Atlas Ocean Voyages Launches Exciting 2026-2027 Antarctic Expeditions Featuring Six Unique Itineraries

Atlas Ocean Voyages has officially opened bookings for its anticipated "Polar Expeditions by Atlas" to Antarctica, set to run from November 2026 to March 2027. This upcoming season marks the company’s fifth foray into Antarctic travel and will feature their vessels, World Navigator and World Traveller, handling 23 departures, while World Voyager is currently under full charter.

For the 2026-2027 season, travelers can choose from six distinct expedition itineraries:

• Antarctic Discovery: A 9-night round-trip from Ushuaia, this journey offers up to four immersive days at the Antarctic Peninsula, with multiple opportunities for landings and Zodiac excursions. Departures are set for November 8, 28, December 27, 2026, and February 1, 5, 10, March 8, and 19, 2027.

• Antarctic & Falklands Adventure: Comprising two 16-night itineraries from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, this itinerary emphasizes the unique wildlife of both the Antarctic and the Falklands, including Gentoo penguins and black-browed albatrosses. Activities will include kayaking, shore landings, and Zodiac safaris, with departures on November 12, 2026, and March 13, 2027.

• Exploring the Last Continent: Two 11-night expeditions will highlight the striking summer landscapes of Antarctica, featuring snowy peaks and sea ice. This itinerary departs from Ushuaia on November 17, 2026, and March 2, 2027.

• Drake Express: A unique 9-night round-trip from King George Island, this journey includes a flight over the Drake Passage to optimize the expedition experience. Scheduled for November 28, December 7, and 14, 2026, it concludes with a night in a hotel post-expedition.

• Crossing the Antarctic Circle: This 11-night round-trip from Ushuaia allows for up to six days at the Antarctic Peninsula featuring several Captain’s Choice landings and Zodiac excursions. Departures are available on December 16, 23, 2026, January 21, February 14, 19, and 25, 2027.

• Grand Antarctica & Beyond: Spanning 18 nights, this comprehensive journey explores Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands, with sailings departing on January 3, 2027.

Travelers who make reservations by June 30, 2025, can benefit from a complimentary upgrade to a higher category stateroom or suite and enjoy substantial savings—up to $10,400 off, with an additional 20% discount per stateroom.

Onboard, guests can look forward to exclusive amenities including fine wines, specialty coffees, craft beers, as well as included gratuities for the staff and participation in various shore landings. Each expedition also features one pre-expedition hotel stay in either Buenos Aires or Punta Arenas, along with included charter flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia or Punta Arenas to King George Island for those opting for the "Fly the Drake" excursions.

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