Civitatis, a leading platform for booking tours and travel experiences in over 160 countries, has announced two new ways to explore Antarctica: a one-day air tour departing from Punta Arenas, Chile, and a ten-day cruise leaving from Ushuaia, Argentina. Both experiences are already scheduled beginning December 2025.
The introduction of Antarctica to Civitatis’ catalog marks a strategic expansion aligned with the rising demand for immersive travel and adventure destinations. “Bringing Antarctica within reach of our travelers is a milestone for Civitatis and for tourism as a whole,” says Alexandre Oliveira, Country Manager of Civitatis Brazil.
Antarctica Air Tour – Punta Arenas, Chile
The https://www.civitatis.com/br/punta-arenas/excursao-antartida/?aid=148&cmp=pt_BR&cmpint=np_antartida” target=”_blank”>air tour to Antarctica takes passengers on a direct flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island, the largest of the South Shetland Islands and home to several international research stations.
The 12-hour express experience includes:
- aerial crossing of the Drake Passage;
- landing at Base Presidente Frei;
- a guided walk through the surrounding area;
- a zodiac boat tour to observe penguins, polar wildlife and ice formations.
Available dates: December 13 and 24, 2025; January 7 and 13; February 10 and 17; March 12 and 20, 2026.
10-day Antarctic Cruise – Ushuaia, Argentina
The https://www.civitatis.com/br/ushuaia/cruzeiro-antartida/?aid=148&cmp=pt_BR&cmpint=np_antartida” target=”_blank”>ten-day Antarctic cruise departs from Ushuaia and sails through the Beagle Channel, Mackinlay Passage and the legendary Drake Passage, gateway to the White Continent.
The itinerary includes iconic sites such as:
- Deception Island;
- King George Island;
- Livingston Island;
- Gerlache Strait;
- Neumayer Channel;
- Lemaire Channel.
Travelers will have the chance to spot penguins, fur seals, elephant seals, humpback whales and orcas, while joining daily landings in zodiac boats guided by experts.
Available dates: December 11, 20 and 29, 2025; January 7, 16 and 25; February 25; March 17 and 26, 2026. All cabins include full board and Antarctic landings.
