Ecuador and Galapagos Holidays

Your journey starts in Ushuaia, where you’ll set off across the Drake Passage. Along the way, our expedition team will teach you crucial wildlife guidelines and biosecurity procedures, before providing an informative talk on Antarctica’s history, environment and wildlife.

As you reach the Antarctic Peninsula and Circle, ice sculptures will start to punctuate the frozen waters around you. Spend the next six days exploring the Antarctic Peninsula and Circle.

Your expedition team will take you to investigate grounded icebergs, ice cliffs and pebbled beaches while pointing out penguins, seals and whales. Then become one of the fortunate few to cross the Antarctic Circle. Celebrate with a toast on the deck and watch the landscape and wildlife transform around you, with humpbacks, minkes and penguins often seen in this area at this time of year.

Seeking Antarctica cruises that offer a longer stay and the opportunity to see lesser-explored areas of the continent? An Antarctica, South Georgia and Falklands adventure may be the perfect option for you. This 21-day adventure invites you on an epic journey through some of the world’s most underexplored landscapes.

Set off along the Drake Passage from Ushuaia, spotting icebergs and sea birds from the comfort of the vessel. After arriving in the Antarctic Peninsula, spend four days going on zodiac cruises and making landings to visit penguin rookeries, investigate historic huts and do a polar plunge into the wild waters of this fabled continent.

Then venture to the wild island of South Georgia, home to some of the largest congregations of wildlife on the planet. Set off searching for nesting penguins, seals and bird cliffs, before visiting one of the world’s largest king penguin colonies.

You’ll then set sail to the Falklands (Islas Malvinas) where you will find incredible, uninhabited islands home to incredible populations of bird species including the largest black-browed albatross colony on Earth. Here you can investigate sea cliffs and rugged coves to see sea lions, penguins, dolphins and seals.

The Antarctica Express is a spectacular cruise from South America to Antarctica. Beginning in Punta Arenas, you’ll board a flight to King George Island, where a zodiac awaits to transport you to your sleek vessel. Then you can spend the next four days hiking to penguin rookeries, taking zodiac cruises to see whales and spotting leopard seals and orcas. All the while, the thunderous sound of calving glaciers resonates around you.

The Seaman Journey offers a classic cruise to the Galapagos. The boutique first-class catamaran has an onboard bar headed by an experienced bartender who can whip up fresh cocktails for the 16 lucky guests staying in its spacious cabins.

Angel is a sleek Galapagos Island cruise vessel that was expertly designed in the Netherlands. It is one of the newest and most sought-after first-class yacht cruises in the archipelago. Up to 16 passengers can enjoy a plush stay on this vessel thanks to its airy suites, sleek convertible cabins and the excellent service provided by its 9-person crew.

EcoGalaxy II also offers a wonderful cruise to the Galapagos islands. This first-class catamaran boasts the lowest fuel consumption of vessels of its kind and directly supports local schools, projects and foundations. EcoGalaxy II has 8 plush staterooms, each of which showcases a chic, contemporary aesthetic.

Promising a unique and authentic experience, Sea Star is owned by a local Galapagueno family. This Galapagos cruise offers a charming and luxurious adventure for guests, with jacuzzis, a mini library, a video library and sun loungers. Snorkelling equipment and kayaks are also provided for water-based adventures.

Isabela II is great for those wanting to experience a slightly larger Galapagos cruise whilst still enjoying personalised service. It caters to up to 40 passengers across its pristine, minimalist cabins. Onboard, passengers can enjoy various amenities including a library, bar, observation decks, dining room and game room. It is also carbon neutral and directly compensates for its carbon emissions. Additionally, it provides exclusive landings, allowing guests to enjoy having the islands entirely to themselves instead of sharing them with other tourists.

One of the most advanced Galapagos Island cruise vessels of its kind, Infinity is a chic motor yacht complete with a whirlpool spa, living room and dining area. Something that particularly sets it apart is that it has one of the best guide-to-passenger ratios in the archipelago. With two dedicated naturalist guides for just 20 passengers, guests can expect in-depth geographical and ecological insights throughout their voyage.