Start of the 2025–2026 Antarctica Expedition Season | Travel News

The White Continent will receive its first exploration season starting from November 2025 when multiple expedition vessels return to Antarctica. The World Explorer leads the first arrivals to Ushuaia for the season when it arrives on 6 November. 

The routes south will see more expedition ships arriving during the next few days with the World Traveller on 11 November and the World Voyager on 14 November and the World Navigator on 20 November which will increase the number of polar-ready vessels operating in the area.

Exploring the Far South aboard the World Explorer

 

The Antarctic summer brings its warmer months between November and March which allows visitors to see active wildlife during this time. The World Explorer, designed for polar navigation, offers journeys focused on scientific observation, nature discovery, and responsible exploration. 

The park provides visitors with the chance to see penguins and whales as well as seals and seabirds against the backdrop of glaciers and mountains and extensive ice fields. A classic 11-day route typically begins in Ushuaia, crosses the Drake Passage, and explores the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula through landings and Zodiac outings before returning north. Expert naturalists and expedition leaders guide shore excursions, allowing close access to floating ice formations and remote coastal areas. 
 

The World Explorer delivers educational and immersive experiences through its voyages which unite environmental protection with comfortable ship facilities.

Commitment to Responsible Exploration

 

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) governs all operations in Antarctica through its guidelines which promote both safety and environmental responsibility for travel. The established standards protect delicate ecosystems which exist at all points of landing and navigation operations.