Antarctica by Helicopter: Crossing the Circle & the Peninsula is a 14‑day expedition aboard the Ultramarine, beginning with a charter flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, then sailing south to the Antarctic Peninsula. This voyage combines classic sea‑ice cruising with multiple helicopter flightseeing opportunities, offering access to remote coastal mountains, glaciers, and seldom‑visited parts of Antarctica, including the chance to cross the Antarctic Circle — a milestone reached by very few travelers.
Over the course of the expedition, travelers enjoy at least two helicopter flightseeing excursions plus one heli‑landing, providing breathtaking aerial views of ice‑filled seas, glacier‑sculpted coastlines, and snow‑capped mountains. Zodiac cruises and shore landings complement the helicopter experiences, offering up-close encounters with penguins, seals, seabirds, whales, icebergs, and rugged shorelines. This combination of air, sea, and land access ensures a full-spectrum Antarctic adventure rarely available on standard cruises.
Life onboard Ultramarine blends comfort, convenience, and expedition-style immersion. Guests stay in well-appointed cabins, enjoy full meals, and benefit from amenities including panoramic decks, lounges, a spa, and a sauna. Expert-led presentations cover wildlife, glaciology, polar history, and photography, helping travelers appreciate every ice-shelf, iceberg, and wildlife sighting. The ship’s modern facilities, small-group ethos, and professional expedition team create a balanced experience of adventure and relaxation.
The voyage explores some of the least-visited regions of the Antarctic Peninsula, including areas near Crystal Sound and Marguerite Bay, and provides the flexibility to adapt to weather and ice conditions for maximum exploration opportunities. Whether soaring above icefields in a helicopter, cruising among icebergs by Zodiac, or observing penguins from the deck, travelers experience Antarctica’s wilderness in a rare, immersive way.
For those seeking a polar journey that goes beyond the typical, combining aerial adventure, remote-region access, wildlife encounters, and comfortable shipboard living, this helicopter-enhanced 14-day expedition delivers. Not sure if this is your ideal polar match? Head over to our Destination Antarctic overview for guidance on when to go, what kind of expedition suits your spirit, what wildlife you’ll likely encounter, and how to choose the perfect voyage for your travel style.
