South Georgia Island Cruises & Tours
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- Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kings, Operated by Quark
- South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari, Operated by Quark
- South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari
- Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica: Explorers and Kings
- Spirit of Shackleton
- In-Depth Antarctica, Falklands & South Georgia Expedition (2025)
- Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
- Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica - Ocean Albatros and Ocean Victory 18D/17N
- Antarctic Wildlife Adventure (21 Days)
- Extraordinary Antarctic route: Weddell Sea Explorer Intensive incl. Helicopter Panorama Flight
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica: Explorers and Kings, Operated by Quark
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The crew, staff, and destinations were amazing. I would definitely do this again with the same crew and staff.”
Ralph, traveled in November
Magical fjords of South Georgia lead to over 100,000 King penguins at Salisbury Plain and Gold Harbour. Grytviken's historic whaling station and Shackleton's grave preserve the island's history. Daily Zodiac excursions reveal diverse wildlife including seals and whales.
Duration 20 days Destinations Argentina, Falkland Islands, England, Chile Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $58,949
15% Off- NZ$50,105You save $8,844
South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari, Operated by Quark
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Overall the ship experience was excellent. Prior to the trip communication between Quark, Exodus and Tour Radar was poor.”
Douglas, traveled in December
Three days at the 'Galapagos of the Poles' showcase massive King penguin rookeries and curious Elephant seals on pristine beaches. Historic Grytviken whaling station and Sir Ernest Shackleton's grave tell tales of exploration. Zodiac excursions bring albatross and Pintado petrels into view.
Duration 18 days Destinations Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park, South Georgia Island, South Orkney Islands, Antarctic Peninsula Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $52,349
15% Off- NZ$44,495You save $7,854
Rich wildlife sanctuaries of South Georgia Island unfold over 3 dedicated days. Historic Grytviken whaling station and Shackleton's grave stand among massive albatross colonies. Daily Zodiac excursions bring close encounters with elephant seals and multiple penguin species.
Duration 18 days Destinations Argentina, Chile, Antarctica Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $51,230
15% Off- NZ$43,546You save $7,684
South Georgia's massive king penguin colonies line the path of Shackleton's historic route. Grytviken's whaling station and museum reveal the island's past, while fur and elephant seals bask along dark volcanic beaches.
Duration 20 days Destinations Argentina, Chile, Antarctica Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $57,595
15% Off- NZ$48,956You save $8,639
Spirit of Shackleton
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The zodiac tours were amazing, the crew aboard the Expedition were first class, and the accommodations were very comfortable and well maintained.”
Collette, traveled in January
Four immersive days in South Georgia showcase Shackleton's grave and former whaling stations. Massive king penguin colonies thrive alongside wandering albatross in their nesting grounds. The G Expedition offers comfortable twin-share cabins with en-suite bathrooms in this wildlife paradise.
Duration 21 days Destinations Argentina, Falkland Islands, Chile Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $36,799
25% Off- NZ$27,599You save $9,200
The 'Serengeti of the Southern Ocean' unveils its riches over 4 immersive days. Grytviken, Shackleton's final resting place, stands among massive colonies of breeding penguins, albatrosses, and seals. Polarcirkel boats from MS Fram enable intimate wildlife encounters following IAATO guidelines.
Duration 23 days Destinations Chile, Argentina, Antarctica Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Hurtigruten From
25% Off- NZ$33,090
Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Superb staff at every level. The itinerary was always subject to the weather but there was always a plan 'b' or even 'c'.”
JackWalton, traveled in October
South Georgia's abandoned whaling stations and Shackleton's grave await your visit. The world's largest king penguin colonies and newly birthed elephant seal pups flourish here. G Expedition provides comfortable travel while expert guides share historical context during this remarkable polar adventure.
Duration 22 days Destinations Uruguay, Falkland Islands, England, Argentina Age Range Ages 10+ Operator G Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$28,799
Falkland Islands, South Georgia & Antarctica - Ocean Albatros and Ocean Victory 18D/17N
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had perfect weather and were able to get out on the zodiacs or land twice a day when we were near land.”
Sonia, traveled in March
Massive King Penguin colonies flourish on Salisbury Plain and St Andrew's Bay in this wildlife paradise. Historic whaling stations at Leith and Stromness stand preserved, while elephant seals gather at Gold Harbour near Shackleton's grave in Grytviken.
Duration 18 days Destinations Argentina, Chile, Falkland Islands, Antarctica Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Albatros Expeditions From
25% Off- NZ$28,926
M/V Sea Spirit's five-day route through South Georgia reveals beaches packed with 100,000+ elephant seals and 3 million fur seals at Salisbury Plain and St. Andrews Bay. The South Georgia Museum and Shackleton's grave in Grytviken tell tales of polar history. 100+ million seabirds, including vast colonies of king and macaroni penguins, thrive in restored habitats.
Duration 21 days Destinations Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Island, Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, Antarctic Peninsula, King George Island Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Poseidon Expeditions From $29,603
25% Off- NZ$22,201You save $7,401
Three full days of wildlife observation and historic site visits unfold on South Georgia Island. Shackleton's legendary route guides you past unique fauna and various penguin colonies. The journey continues through the South Sandwich Islands into Antarctic waters.
Duration 28 days Destinations Argentina, Falkland Islands, Chile Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Inventia From
25% Off- NZ$47,117
South Georgia Island Tour Reviews
- South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari, Operated by Quark
Overall the ship experience was excellent. Prior to the trip communication between Quark, Exodus and Tour Radar was poor.
What our customers ask about South Georgia Island Cruises & Tours
Can I get to South Georgia from Antarctica?
While South Georgia is surrounded by the Southern Ocean about 1400km east of the Falklands it's actually not part of Antarctica at all. You'll find it's part of a British Overseas Territory called South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands or SGSSI for short.
How do I actually get to South Georgia?
You'll need to travel by sea since there's no airport on the island. Your best bet is joining one of the expedition cruises that leave from either Ushuaia in Argentina or Montevideo in Uruguay. It's quite a journey taking about 4 days to reach the island but companies like TourRadar offer some great luxury cruises where you'll learn all about Antarctic history during the voyage.
What else can I do besides watching the wildlife?
There's actually loads of fascinating history to explore especially around whaling and exploration. You can visit Grytviken which used to be a whaling station but now houses the South Georgia Museum and the grave of the famous explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. If you're up for an adventure you can even hike Shackleton's historic route the same one he took on his incredible journey for help back in 1916 after his ship got trapped in ice. It's pretty amazing to think he sailed 800 miles in a tiny 20-foot boat from Elephant Island just to reach King Haakon Bay here.