Since I started traveling to Antarctica regularly and writing about deals to Antarctica I am surprised by the number of people who want to visit Antarctica. Not only have I personally helped over 500 couples and families travel to Antarctica, every day I meet someone somewhere who has been to Antarctica or is planning a trip in the near future. In recent years we’ve seen an explosion of options which has opened up luxury cruising at affordable prices. Ships are selling out and the success that expedition companies are having in Antarctica are unmatched. Seabourn has been so successful that their entire December 2024 – Feb 2025 sailings are completely sold out or have 1 or less rooms available. So with that success, I bring you the best “last minute deals” to Antarctica for the November 2024 – March 2025 travel season. If you haven’t locked in your space yet, contact me today to book!
Seabourn Antarctica Deals
There’s no lying when I say that Seabourn Expeditions is one of my favorite ways to travel to Antarctica. Sister ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit are stunning ships. I’ve been on them both and they are six star perfection with over 35,000 square feet of public deck space. Perfect for wildlife watching at sea. Enjoy all the views from this amazing ship and know that everything from high speed wi-fi to staff gratuities are included in the cost. With Seabourn it’s easy to pay up front and then not pay another dollar for your vacation. Nearly everything you can think of is included, including unlimited caviar!
There are four sailings that are on sail for Seabourn with extremely limited space left. The December 6 sailing only has 2 spots left.
| Trip Name | Dates | Seabourn Veranda Price | Our Veranda Price | Seabourn Penthouse Price | Our Penthouse Price |
| 21-Day Wild South Atlantic & Antarctic Peninsula | NOV 4 – NOV 25, 2024 | $14,498 | $12,500 | $17,698 | $14,500 |
| 13-Day Antarctica Exploration | NOV 3 – NOV 16, 2024 | $10,998 | $8,500 | $14,198 | $10,999 |
| 11-Day The Great White Continent | NOV 15 – NOV 26, 2024 | $9,998 | $8,000 | $12,998 | $10,500 |
| 13-Day Antarctica Exploration | DEC 6 – DEC 19, 2024 | $14,698 | $10,800 | $17,798 | $17798+ $2000 flight credit |
Swan Hellenic Antarctica Deals
Another favorite of mine is the small ship 5 star luxury cruise line, Swan Hellenic. They made a splash when they re-entered service and their new ships are beautiful PC5 ice breakers. Made specifically for crossing the drake passage and visiting the white continent on expedition cruises. With daily landings and less than 200 people per ship, you’re in for a real treat with more time on land. I’ve been on Swan Hellenic in the Arctic on the SH Diana and again in East Africa on the SH Vega. Both ships will be a perfect and comfortable place to call home when visiting Antarctica. Price is also all inclusive of standard wifi, landings, open bar and more!
There are two sailings to Antarctica that are on sale and calling your name.
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Swan’s Price
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My Price
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Oceanview
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$10,280
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$8,771
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Deck 5
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$12,180
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$10,704
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Deck 5 mid
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$12,680
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$11,212
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Deck 6
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$13,980
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$12,343
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Jr Suite
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$16,080
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$13,957
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Suite
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$16,880
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$16,259
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Premium Suite
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$18,580
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$18,580
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If South Georgia is on your bucket list (as it should be) and you want to see 100,000 King Penguins, 1000s of Seals, Albatross, rock hopper penguins and more, then do not miss The Africa to Antarctica Epic crossing. I was in South Georgia in January 2024 and I fell in love. There’s no place on earth like it and it has more marine diversity than the Galapagos! Check out this amazing reel of South Georgia!
AFRICA TO AMERICA ANTARCTIC EPIC
Atlas Ocean Voyages Antarctica Deal
Atlas was a new name around the time of Covid-19 and they have came out strong. The name may be new, but the company is no stranger to cruising. Backed by Mystic cruises, they have a long history of river cruises and cruising in Europe. Now in their 5th year, they are well versed in Antarctica and have three ships ready to explore the world in 5 star luxury. Do not sleep on this amazing company and experience. Everyone I know who has been on Atlas has loved the Lux expedition experience. Similar to Swan Hellenic and Seabourn, nearly everything you can imagine is included in the price. Go to Antarctica and save with this special deal.
13 Days Thanksgiving Antarctica Cruise – CROSS THE ANTARCTIC Circle!!
Travel Dates: Nov 21 – Dec 5, 2024.
Why I love this deal – not only are expert guest lectures from the Penguin Society on the ship, but Atlas Ocean Voyages is one of the few expedition companies that cross the Antarctic circle! Most stay further north whereas Atlas explores further than most. With custom built polar class ships, this is guaranteed to be an amazing vacation. Book via me, and Scott & Thomas Travel and enjoy a welcome bottle of champagne and a $250 onboard credit!
| Room Type | Atlas's Discount Price (Double occupancy) | My Price (Double occupancy) | Solo Price | 3rd person price | Taxes (p.p) |
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| Navigator Suite | $15,439 | 30878 | $4,499 | $650 | |
| Discovery Suite | $14,499 | 28998 | N/A | $650 | |
| Journey Suite | $13,499 | 26998 | $4,499 | $650 | |
| Horizon Deluxe Stateroom | $11,499 | 17248.5 | $4,499 | $650 | |
| Horizon Stateroom | $9,499 | 14248.5 | N/A | $650 | |
| Horizon Stateroom | $8,999 | 13498.5 | N/A | $650 | |
| Veranda Stateroom | $8,499 | 12748.5 | N/A | $650 | |
| Veranda Stateroom | $7,999 | 11998.5 | N/A | $650 | |
| Adventure Oceanview Stateroom | $7,499 | 11248.5 | N/A | $650 |
HX Hurtigruten Expeditions
If you are looking for experience on a slightly larger ship, Hx offers Norwegian charm and all-inclusive expeditions in a 5 star environment. The beautiful hybrid ships have among the most experience in Antarctica. Named after the famous Norwegian explorers and being born in expeditions with over 50 years of experience HX is a great way to visit Antarctica. Plus new for the 2024 season is all inclusive pricing! Pricing now includes free starlink wi-fi, open bars, and more! Although these ships hold 500 people, typically they sail with closer to 300. The ships are stunning, there’s a focus on science and the guest lectures are second to none. There’s both short and long trips, so you can choose what you want. Plus EVERY booking Via Scott & Thomas Travel and me comes with a bonus 90 euro onboard credit per person!
Bottom Line
Cruising to Antarctica is among the most enjoyable things you can do. I use to hate the idea of getting on a ship until I went to Antarctica. Going to Antarctica is not a cruise. There are not predetermined stops, infrastructures, or daily excursions. Instead it’s an expedition where the stops are decided by the expert expedition team based on weather, animal spotting, and where other ships are. Daily activities are enrichment activities. You get to attend awesome educational seminars and do zodiac rides around giant ice bergs and of course do daily landings and hikes on Antarctica. Go where almost no one else go, stand where no one else has! Antarctica is magical. If you thought Alaska or the Norwegian Fjords are beautiful, even the Swiss alps has NOTHING on Antarctica.
Trips are all inclusive of tons of extras and include charter flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia to make it easier to plan your vacation and get to the ship. There’s also an included pre-night hotel on most trips in Buenos Aires.
There are several other companies who visit Antarctica annually that I work with as well. These include Ponat, Scenic luxury cruises, Aurora Expeditions, Quark, Lindblad National Geographic, and others. If you want to visit Antarctica and looking for the best possible deal and options. Please contact me. I’m here to help plan your trip and it will cost nothing. In fact using a travel advisor usually will save you money!
Read the rest of this article at Best Deals to Antarctica for 2024.
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