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Antarctica Classic

11 days
Start and end in Ushuaia
4.6
25 traveler reviews
Antarctica Classic - G Adventures
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 134
Age range 12 to 90
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Highlights

  • Explore Ushuaia, the southernmost city
  • Embark on the G Expedition in Ushuaia
  • Cross the Drake Passage with expert lectures
  • Witness wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Reflect on your journey across the Drake Passage

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Ushuaia
  2. Day 2 Ushuaia/Drake Passage (1B, 1D)
  3. Day 3-4 Drake Passage/South Shetland Islands (2B, 2L, 2D)
  4. Day 5-8 South Shetland Islands/Antarctic Peninsula (4B, 4L, 4D)
  5. Day 9-10 Drake Passage/Ushuaia (2B, 2L, 2D)
  6. Day 11 Ushuaia (1B)
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  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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G Adventures Ship

  • G Expedition
    G Expedition
    Not only will the G Expedition steer you closer to some of our planet’s most amazing places, our professional and highly-skilled team of o… Read more
    Built
    1972 (refurbished in 2009)
    Guests
    134
    Crew
    69
    Length
    105 m / 344 ft
    Staterooms
    67
    Gross Tonnage
    6334 gt
    Beam
    19 m / 62 ft
    Cruising Speed
    15 kn / 28 kph / 17 mph
    Draft
    4.71

Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.7
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  • AM
    · April 1st, 2025
    This was a very unique experience. The staff was fantastic. The food more than excellent. The pinguins. Whales and seals all showed up for us in large numbers. Icebergs were beautiful and the scale of this area was enormous. One of a kind experience.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review, Aleksandra! We are delighted to know you enjoyed visiting majestic Antarctica with us and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future.
    Trip date: March 2025
  • KM
    · March 26th, 2025
    It is hard to put into words how absolutely amazing Antarctica is. G Adventures did a marvelous job of getting us there and providing a marvelous experience.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Kevin! We are delighted to know you enjoyed beautiful Antarctica with us. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
    Trip date: March 2025
  • NE
    · March 16th, 2025
    The trip was amazing. Well organized, very knowledgeable guides, great scenery, and wonderful food
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for your review, Nahman! We are delighted to know you enjoyed seeing beautiful Antarctica with us. Our world deserves more you!
    Trip date: March 2025
  • AC
    · February 23rd, 2025
    The G Expedition vessel may be getting on a bit...
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us, Andy! Antarctica is truly a magical place and we're so glad to know that you enjoyed exploring with us. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
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    Trip date: December 2024
  • AD
    · February 14th, 2025
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    Great experiences, great crew, perfect organization
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for you positive review, Albert! We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future.
    Trip date: January 2025
  • Antarctica Classic reviewer 6
    · February 11th, 2025
    I feel so fortunate that the entire crew and expedition team were not only professional but also deeply passionate about sharing their knowledge. They went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience exploring Antarctica. This has truly been one of the most unforgettable trips of my life. All my respect and heartfelt gratitude to the incredible G-Expedition experts!
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks so much for this wonderful feedback, Claire! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your time on the Expedition with us. Our world deserves more you!
    Trip date: January 2025
  • DN
    · January 25th, 2025
    Perfect journey. Not too big group and very friendly staff, most staff who served meals. Cabin is good with window, and quite clean. Food is beyond expectation, with lot of variety. This is one of our memorable trips.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review and beautiful photos, Djamin! We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
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    Trip date: January 2025
  • RB
    · January 5th, 2025
    Nice and professional!
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review, Rashit! We are so glad you enjoyed beautiful Antarctica!
    Trip date: December 2024
  • KB
    · December 24th, 2024
    All went smooth no troubles
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review of Antarctica, Karl! The world deserves more you!
    Trip date: December 2024
  • Antarctica Classic reviewer 10
    · December 3rd, 2024
    Amazing wildlife. I got seasickness from the Drake's Passage but otherwise extremely well run, good food, and great wildlife sightings.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review and amazing photos, Jakob! The world deserves more you!
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    Trip date: November 2024

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11 days
Antarctica Classic
From Ushuaia to Ushuaia

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    Janice

    Asked on April 17th, 2025

    What will the bedding look like in a double cabin? Will the travelers have 2 separate beds? Or will there be 1 double bed available? Ideally, would like a big double bed.

    Accommodation
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2025

      Cabins will be shared unless you opt to pay the supplement to have your own cabin, the category 5 cabin is a double bed. All cabins have private bathrooms.

    • J

      Janice

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      Cabins will be shared by how many passengers as we are two. Additionally how many people are sharing a bathroom?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2025

      This will depend on which cabin type you book and how many people you are travelling with. We have private cabins for two people as well as triple and quad cabins. All cabins have private bathrooms. So you are sharing the bathroom with those who are in your cabin.

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    Raymond

    Asked on February 22nd, 2025

    How much would a single supplement be? Also, I am over 60, what percentage of customers would be of a similar age generally?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      A single supplement is only applicable to certain room types (twin & double rooms). The price for a private room is essentially an additional 80% of the cost of the tour, as it reduces the amount of people that can join this tour by 1. If you have a specific room type in mind we can quite that for you. As for the ages of those on board, 60 is quite common yes, although ages are varied. Generally we would say between 40-70 would be the most common.

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      Raymond

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      Yes I would consider sharing a room. What would the cost be for that?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      On our Expedition Trips, we have Twin, Triple & Quad Cabins. Pricing (per person) can be found below for each cabin: Quad Share Cabin - 13,199.00 AUD, Triple Share Cabin - 14,799.00 AUD, Cat 2 Twin Share Cabin - 16,999.00 AUD, Cat 3 Twin Share Cabin - 18,299.00 AUD (Currently on sale for 14,639.20 AUD), Cat 4 Twin Share Cabin - 20,699.00 AUD (Currently on sale for 16,559.20 AUD)

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    Ian

    Asked on February 7th, 2025

    What happens if there is no availability for the room type I want?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      If the room type you want is not available, we suggest other available options at the best rates.

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    Graham

    Asked on January 15th, 2025

    Is Antarctica Kayaking available on the March 4th departure?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Antarctica Kayaking is sold out for March 4th departure, but a waitlist is available with limited spots. Availability is very limited for this date.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Optional activity costs are: Kayaking 1699.00 AUD, Camping 619.00 AUD

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    Maryline

    Asked on January 1st, 2025

    Can I change my travel insurance details after booking?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, ensure your travel insurance details are updated in the Good to Go forms after booking.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

    What should I do if I can't find available rooms online?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      If you can't find available rooms online, please contact us directly for assistance.

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    Ashley

    Asked on December 20th, 2024

    Can you update my booking to a triple cabin?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      I have updated your booking to a triple cabin.

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    Rachael

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    I'm thinking to book the tour to antarctica named "Antarctica Classic". i know this tour has a option about Antarctica Kayaking. and this is the question. where are we gonna kayak? Ushuaia or like Antarctica sea?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      The Kayaking would be done in Antartica, not in Ushuaia

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      Rachael

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      i have one more question. i reserved kayak option held on Day 1 (13 Mar). and now i'm thinking about flight ticket to Ushuaia. if i book the ticket that arrives on 13 Mar like evenings , can't i kayak plan? What time is the kayaking scheduled to take place on 13 Mar?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      The Kayaking is listed as the 13th but does not take place on the 13th as you are not in Antarctica. If you the Kayaking extra - the team try and take you out kayaking a few times whilst on tour and this is all weather dependant. The tour starts in Ushuaia on 13th and you stay in the hotel on this night and then board the ship the following day after breakfast.

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    Irene

    Asked on December 13th, 2024

    Is this a good time to visit antarctica? Are we able to watch whales, get close to penguin in Antarctica? Do you have some recommendations on the local tour guide in Ushuaia? Can you provide the detail and itinerary of your cruise? Do you provide warm clothing during the land excursion? Do you have group and/or senior discounts?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      December is a good time to travel to Antartica, as the season only runs from November to February.

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    Amanda

    Asked on November 30th, 2024

    What if I want to cancel after making changes to my booking?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      If you want to cancel after making changes to your booking, please let us know immediately.

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