antarctica

2026 community trip.

We’re headed to Antarctica in 2026 for a special Women + Allies Trip! Sign-ups are open now.

about the trip.

8-19 January, 2026
Departs from Buenos Aires, Argentina

Wanderful travelers on our 2023 Antarctica trip

community, together.

We have dozens of spots reserved for Wanderful community members, plus families, partners, and friends of all genders, so you’ll be able to connect live with our community before, during, and after the trip.

Exploring the terrain on our 2023 Antarctica trip

meaning + sustainability.

With educational programming from climatologists and experts, you’ll love our focus on meaningful travel and sustainability as we visit the world’s most uninhabited continent. Plus, we’re traveling with Hurtigruten, a pioneer in sustainable travel, on a hybrid cruise ship.

We’re Traveling With

Hurtigruten has been taking curious travelers on mindful expeditions to the most remote and awe-inspiring places on the planet for over 100 years (since 1896!). They’ve also been recognized as the world’s most sustainable cruise. They’ve banned non-essential single-use plastics, operate hybrid-powered ships, and take conscious travel seriously.

We’re proud to be traveling with an organization working to make travel more sustainable.

Meet our Ship

The MS Fridtjof Nansen

MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She is a hybrid-powered ship that fits 500 passengers with gorgeous Scandinavian design.

Features of the Ship

Courtesy of Hurtigruten

About Our Trip

Highlights of Antarctica

8-19 January, 2026

On our 12-day expedition cruise, we’ll spot seals and penguins, attend lectures from the Expedition Team about glaciology, wildlife, and climate change and, of course, participate in landings on the continent. Plus, we’ll do it in community with other Wanderful women and friends!

What’s Included

Get ready…it’s a lot!

Expedition Cruise

  • A stay in a cabin of your choice

  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing laws, excludes premium drinks)

  • All day coffee, tea and soft drinks

  • Meals and take-away available throughout the day during Fredheim restaurant opening hours

  • Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests

  • A complimentary water bottle to refill on board and take home

  • A polar expedition jacket, a backpack, or another piece of HX kit

  • Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi. Please note, streaming is not supported

  • Use of sauna, hot tubs, pool, fitness room, lounges and more

  • Gratuities included

  • Range of included activities 

Onboard Activities

  • In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team

  • Full access to the ship’s Science Center

  • Citizen Science Programme allows guests to assist with ongoing scientific research

  • Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos

  • Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings

Landing Activities

  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats

  • Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities

  • Expedition photographers on hand to assist you

Hotel

  • Overnight in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise, including breakfast

Flights

  • Flights in economy class between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia

Transfers

  • Transfer from the hotel to the airport in Buenos Aires before the expedition cruise

  • Transfers between the Ushuaia airport and the ship, including a brief tour of the town

Why Travel with Wanderful?

Sure, you could do this trip on your own. But why would you want to?

When you travel as a Wanderful member, you’ll get:

  • At least two pre-trip meetings with other Wanderful women to get extra special treatment, get ALL your questions answered, and meet other travelers that will be going with you

  • An exclusive group in the Wanderful member hub to chat and connect with other travelers before and after your trip — plus a Whatsapp group for the journey to make plans and explore together

  • A special Wanderful Antarctica charm to commemorate your trip

  • The ability to keep costs down by sharing a room with another Wanderful woman

Not a member yet? That’s okay! Anyone can book this trip, but you’ll only get access to the first three benefits if you’re a member. Make sure to get your membership here (it’s just $9/month!) .

Ready to book?

Rates start at just $9,433 for the 12-day trip
(taxes included)

(this is based on double occupancy. Don’t worry if you’re flying solo — we can set you up with a Wanderful roommate!)

You must make a 25% deposit in order to be confirmed to book.
Final payments are due 120 days prior to the trip. Please review other terms and conditions here.

To book, fill out the form below and we’ll get in touch with you with a booking link.

 FAQs

  • All cancellations must be received in writing, and receipt will be acknowledged by Hurtigruten & Wonderful. If you do not receive a written acknowledgement from Hurtigruten, it means your notice of cancellation was not received.

    -More than 120 days before departure: No cancellation fee

    -120 - 90 days before departure: 50% fee

    -89 – 61 days before departure: 75% fee

    -Less than 60 days before departure: No refunds

  • Yes, all Wanderful members AND friends can join on this trip, however, booking as a Wanderful member gives you some serious benefits, like:

    -Booking priority: Wanderful members get first dibs and may book a spot during an exclusive two-week member preview.

    -Prep calls: Wanderful members will have two pre-trip prep calls where they can meet other travelers and ask questions about the trip

    -Exclusive pre-trip group in the member hub for ongoing support, answers, and connection

    -Special member gift

More questions?
We’re here to help!

Just email pam [at] sheswanderful.com with whatever questions you have.