Scenic Cruises has released its Antarctica program for 2025-2026, offering travelers a customizable experience with diverse expedition levels. The "Antarctica Your Way" collection includes voyages tailored for Christmas and New Year's, providing an array of options for exploration.
Key highlights include:
13-day Antarctica in Depth:
- Buenos Aires roundtrip (ship Scenic Eclipse)
- Intensive exploration of the Antarctica Peninsula with multiple Zodiac landings daily.
- Opportunities to visit historical sites, witness wildlife, and explore volcanic craters.
- 5 departures from November 2025 to February 2026.
20/23-day Antarctica, South Georgia, and Falkland Islands:
- Departure from Ushuaia, stopping in Montevideo, Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and Falkland Islands.
- Highlights include Gypsy Cove in the Falklands, Zodiac cruises along South Georgia's mountain range, and exploration of Stanley in the Falklands.
- Full exploration of Antarctica over 5 days.
16-day Antarctica in Depth (Dec 21, 2025):
- Witness landscape changes and abundant wildlife in krill-rich waters.
- Scenic Discovery excursions to penguin, seal, and whale habitats.
- Departure on December 21, 2025.
25-day Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast (Dec 13, 2025):
- Follow Douglas Mawson’s Antarctic expedition footsteps.
- Christmas and New Year's celebration in one of the world's remotest areas.
- Journey starts from Queenstown, New Zealand, and concludes in Hobart.
24-day Antarctica’s Ross Sea: Majestic Ice and Wildlife:
- Explore the Ross Sea region onboard Scenic Eclipse II.
- Sailing from Hobart to Dunedin on January 6, 2026, and a round-trip from Dunedin on January 29.
- Highlights include Ross Island, Cape Adare's Adelie penguin rookery, and Franklin Island's volcanic landscapes.