Southern Right Whale breaching out of the water in Península Valdés Patagonia Argentina.
Guests explore by zodiac from the ship National Geographic Explorer in South Georgia, Antarctica
A beautiful Long-tailed Meadowlark bird posing in the bush in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
Guests explore Gold Harbor by zodiac, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Two adult King penguins stand among Oakum boys in St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia Island.
Southern Right Whale breaching out of the water in Península Valdés Patagonia Argentina.
ExpeditionsWild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia and the Falklands

Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia and the Falklands  

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Discover Argentina's rugged eastern coast as we seek out secluded ports, wildlife-rich estuaries, and the vibrant waters of World Heritage-listed Península Valdés, where our arrival coincides with the whale breeding season. Get immersed in a sea of black and white amid tens of thousands of king penguins on a remote beach in South Georgia, then hike the rocky shores of the Falkland Islands among fur seals and the world's largest colony of black-browed albatrosses.

Highlights

Southern right whale during the calving and mating season, Valdes Peninsula, Argentina
  • Travel aboard National Geographic Endurance to experience the stunning beauty of Argentina’s rugged east coast and isles of the South Atlantic

  • Seek out the whale-rich waters of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Peninsula Valdés to observe southern right whales in their annual breeding grounds—one of the world’s great wildlife spectacles

  • Capture the windswept beauty of the Falklands—and the black-browed albatrosses and penguins that thrive here—with guidance from a National Geographic Photography Expert

  • Trace the spellbinding story of Shackleton’s fateful expedition on South Georgia and get immersed in a sea of black and white amid tens of thousands of stately king penguins

  • Discover the burgeoning wine region of Bahia Bustamante and visit Patagonia Austral National Park and Blue Patagonia UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

From

$31,322

/ per person

Does not include any flights

dates
Oct
duration
25 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
ends at
Ushuaia, Argentina
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From

$31,322

/ per person

dates
Oct
duration
25 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
ends at
Ushuaia, Argentina

From

$31,322

/ per person

dates
Oct
duration
25 Days
starts at
Buenos Aires, Argentina
ends at
Ushuaia, Argentina

Ships

Guests exploring by Zodiac returning to the ship National Geographic Explorer, Alpejord Fjord, Northeast Greenland National Park, Greenland

National Geographic Endurance

GUESTS 138

CABINS 76

DECKS 6

The most advanced ice-class expedition ship afloat, offering unprecedented access to polar regions.

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Expedition Extensions

Iguazu falls are waterfalls on the border of Argentine province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná. Together, they make up the largest waterfall system in the world,  Argentina, South America
Extension
Post-Voyage

Iguazú Falls Post-Extension: Wild Water and Wildlife

Duration4 Days

Starting from

$4,350

/ per person

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Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

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