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Life Returns – Springtime Expedition to Antarctica

  • calendar_today 16 Oct 2026
  • bedtime 22 nights
  • directions_boat MS Fram
  • location_on Depart from Buenos Aires
  • Outside price from $24,999*/person
  • Suite price from $31,499*/person

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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the White Continent as Antarctica stirs back to life after the long polar winter. HX Expeditions’ Life Returns – Springtime Expedition in October offers a rare opportunity to witness the dramatic seasonal transformation—when pristine snowscapes meet the first signs of wildlife returning to the ice. From towering icebergs to bustling penguin colonies and the possibility of early whale sightings, this early-season voyage is perfect for adventurers, photographers, and nature lovers eager to explore the raw, untouched beauty of Antarctica at its most serene and awakening moment.

INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE

  • Black Friday Sale - Save up to 35%*
  • 22 night expedition cruise onboard MS Roald Amundsen from Buenos Aires to Punta Arenas
  • Flight in economy class from Punta Arenas to Santiago de Chile
  • Transfer from the ship to the Punta Arenas airport after your cruise
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner plus coffee, tea and soft drinks throughout the day
  • Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (excludes premium drinks)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Wind and waterproof expedition jacket
  • Daily lectures, briefing with the Expedition Team, photography guidance and activities
  • Included unique and bespoke experiences
  • Pre Paid Onboard Gratuities
Offer ends in: 02/12/2025 10:00am

YOUR ITINERARY

Day 1
16th Oct 2026
Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is Argentina’s big, cosmopolitan capital city. Its center is the Plaza de Mayo, lined with stately 19th-century buildings including Casa Rosada, the iconic, balconied presidential palace. Other major attractions include Teatro Colón, a grand 1908 opera house with nearly 2,500 seats, and the modern MALBA museum, displaying Latin American art.

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Day 5
20th Oct 2026
Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) are a remote South Atlantic archipelago. With rugged terrain and cliff-lined coasts, its hundreds of islands and islets are home to sheep farms and abundant birdlife. The capital, Stanley, sits on East Falkland, the largest island. The town’s Falkland Islands Museum has themed galleries devoted to maritime exploration, natural history, the 1982 Falklands War and other subjects.

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Day 6
21st Oct 2026
Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) are a remote South Atlantic archipelago. With rugged terrain and cliff-lined coasts, its hundreds of islands and islets are home to sheep farms and abundant birdlife. The capital, Stanley, sits on East Falkland, the largest island. The town’s Falkland Islands Museum has themed galleries devoted to maritime exploration, natural history, the 1982 Falklands War and other subjects.

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Day 7
22nd Oct 2026
Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) are a remote South Atlantic archipelago. With rugged terrain and cliff-lined coasts, its hundreds of islands and islets are home to sheep farms and abundant birdlife. The capital, Stanley, sits on East Falkland, the largest island. The town’s Falkland Islands Museum has themed galleries devoted to maritime exploration, natural history, the 1982 Falklands War and other subjects.

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Day 8
23rd Oct 2026
South Atlantic Ocean
Day 9
24th Oct 2026
South Atlantic Ocean
Day 10
25th Oct 2026
South Georgia

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is a British Overseas Territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. It is a remote and inhospitable collection of islands, consisting of South Georgia and a chain of smaller islands known as the South Sandwich Islands.

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Day 11
26th Oct 2026
South Georgia

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is a British Overseas Territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. It is a remote and inhospitable collection of islands, consisting of South Georgia and a chain of smaller islands known as the South Sandwich Islands.

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Day 12
27th Oct 2026
South Georgia

South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is a British Overseas Territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. It is a remote and inhospitable collection of islands, consisting of South Georgia and a chain of smaller islands known as the South Sandwich Islands.

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Day 15
30th Oct 2026
Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins

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Day 16
31st Oct 2026
Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins

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Day 17
1st Nov 2026
Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins

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Day 18
2nd Nov 2026
Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins

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Day 19
3rd Nov 2026
Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins

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Day 20
4th Nov 2026
Drake Passage
Day 21
5th Nov 2026
Drake Passage
Day 22
6th Nov 2026
Drake Passage
Day 23
7th Nov 2026
Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas is a city near the tip of Chile’s southernmost Patagonia region. Located on the Strait of Magellan, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, it’s often used as base for excursions to the surrounding wilderness and Antarctica. The Plaza Muñoz Gamero has a memorial to explorer Ferdinand Magellan, and the Museo Nao Victoria features a replica of one of his galleons

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YOUR SHIP - The MS Fram

MS Fram was purpose-built as an expedition vessel with a superior ice class, chart drawing tools, a ship depth-sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights, an autonomous tracking system, an oversized oil retention system for self-sufficiency, and a full ‘expedition tools deck’ equivalent to a car-deck that holds 25 vehicles. We believe that as an explorer, you need an ‘expedition base camp’ that is comfortable. It should combine ‘all oceans capabilities’ with safety, flexibility, and environmental friendliness. That’s MS Fram. She’s simply the best expedition ship imaginable.

This ship has passed stringent tests and is accredited by Bureau Veritas (BV), the leading independent certification body. BV’s strict and thorough safety audit ensures that every ship complies with industry and international best practices in health, safety and hygiene. Feel confident when you see the SafeGuard label, as this means your vessel met the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard also entails following best practice guidelines with regard to hygiene, sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases on board.

Fram means ‘forward’ — lifting our expectations of the cruise ahead. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind: to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife, and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship, which is perfect for observing marine wildlife.

MS Fram was purpose-built as an expedition vessel with a superior ice class, chart drawing tools, a ship depth-sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights, an autonomous tracking system, an oversized oil retention system for self-sufficiency, and a full ‘expedition tools deck’ equivalent to a car-deck that holds 25 vehicles. We believe that as an explorer, you need an ‘expedition base camp’ that is comfortable. It should combine ‘all oceans capabilities’ with safety, flexibility, and environmental friendliness. That’s MS Fram. She’s simply the best expedition ship imaginable.

This ship has passed stringent tests and is accredited by Bureau Veritas (BV), the leading independent certification body. BV’s strict and thorough safety audit ensures that every ship complies with industry and international best practices in health, safety and hygiene. Feel confident when you see the SafeGuard label, as this means your vessel met the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard also entails following best practice guidelines with regard to hygiene, sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases on board.

Fram means ‘forward’ — lifting our expectations of the cruise ahead. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind: to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife, and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship, which is perfect for observing marine wildlife.

Jacuzzi
Sauna

Observation Lounge

Gym

The Restaurant

Fitness Room

Description

MS Fram was purpose-built as an expedition vessel with a superior ice class, chart drawing tools, a ship depth-sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights, an autonomous tracking system, an oversized oil retention system for self-sufficiency, and a full ‘expedition tools deck’ equivalent to a car-deck that holds 25 vehicles. We believe that as an explorer, you need an ‘expedition base camp’ that is comfortable. It should combine ‘all oceans capabilities’ with safety, flexibility, and environmental friendliness. That’s MS Fram. She’s simply the best expedition ship imaginable.

This ship has passed stringent tests and is accredited by Bureau Veritas (BV), the leading independent certification body. BV’s strict and thorough safety audit ensures that every ship complies with industry and international best practices in health, safety and hygiene. Feel confident when you see the SafeGuard label, as this means your vessel met the highest standards to achieve certification. SafeGuard also entails following best practice guidelines with regard to hygiene, sanitation and limiting the spread of infectious diseases on board.

Fram means ‘forward’ — lifting our expectations of the cruise ahead. MS Fram was built in 2007 with one mission in mind: to bring her guests closer to nature, wildlife, and unforgettable experiences. The spacious outside decks include access to the very front of the ship, which is perfect for observing marine wildlife.

Relaxation

Jacuzzi
Sauna

Other

Observation Lounge

Recreational

Gym

Food and Drink

The Restaurant

Fitness

Fitness Room

Launched

2020

Tonnage

11,647

Length

374

Capacity

318

AVAILABLE STATEROOMS

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Polar Outside – [FJ]

Polar Outside – [FJ]

Enjoy these comfortable cabins with double beds* and TV situated on upper decks with limited view. 16 – 21 m2 Limited view Bathroom TV Double bed
Polar Outside	 – [F2]

Polar Outside – [F2]

Enjoy these comfortable cabins, situated on middle and upper decks, suitable for up to two people. These cabins have double beds, a seating area, TV and private bathroom/shower. Some have limited view. 16 – 18 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed
Polar Outside – [SD]

Polar Outside – [SD]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks, adapted for guests with disabilities. This cabin can fit two people. 10 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom
Polar Outside – [N2]

Polar Outside – [N2]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks. This cabin can fit two people. 7 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch
Arctic Superior – [U2]

Arctic Superior – [U2]

Enjoy these comfortable outside cabins, situated on top/upper decks. These cabins have separate beds where one doubles as a sofa. 8 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch
Polar Outside – [N4]

Polar Outside – [N4]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds and bunk beds found on middle decks, with space for up to four people. 7 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV
Polar Outside – [F4]

Polar Outside – [F4]

Polar Outside
Expedition Grand Suite – [MG]

Expedition Grand Suite – [MG]

Enjoy these exclusive suites with one room, seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo and mini-bar. Some of them also have bathtub. Most of these suites have a private balcony or bay window. 35 – 37 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony
Expedition Mini suite – [Q2]

Expedition Mini suite – [Q2]

These elegant suites are situated on upper deck with one room, seating area, TV and mini-bar. 15 – 20 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed
Expedition Mini suite – [Q4]

Expedition Mini suite – [Q4]

Expedition Mini suite

Inside

Polar Inside – [I4]

Polar Inside – [I4]

Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa. This cabin can fit up to four people. 6 – 10 m2 No window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch
Polar Inside – [I2]

Polar Inside – [I2]

Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins on middle or upper deck with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa. 6 – 10 m2 No window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch

Outside from $23,699*

Polar Outside – [FJ]

Polar Outside – [FJ]

Enjoy these comfortable cabins with double beds* and TV situated on upper decks with limited view. 16 – 21 m2 Limited view Bathroom TV Double bed
Polar Outside	 – [F2]

Polar Outside – [F2]

Enjoy these comfortable cabins, situated on middle and upper decks, suitable for up to two people. These cabins have double beds, a seating area, TV and private bathroom/shower. Some have limited view. 16 – 18 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed
Polar Outside – [SD]

Polar Outside – [SD]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks, adapted for guests with disabilities. This cabin can fit two people. 10 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom
Polar Outside – [N2]

Polar Outside – [N2]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds found on middle decks. This cabin can fit two people. 7 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch
Arctic Superior – [U2]

Arctic Superior – [U2]

Enjoy these comfortable outside cabins, situated on top/upper decks. These cabins have separate beds where one doubles as a sofa. 8 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV 1 bed/1 couch
Polar Outside – [N4]

Polar Outside – [N4]

Enjoy these standard outside cabins with separate beds and bunk beds found on middle decks, with space for up to four people. 7 – 13 m2 Window Bathroom TV
Polar Outside – [F4]

Polar Outside – [F4]

Polar Outside

Suite from $31,499*

Expedition Grand Suite – [MG]

Expedition Grand Suite – [MG]

Enjoy these exclusive suites with one room, seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo and mini-bar. Some of them also have bathtub. Most of these suites have a private balcony or bay window. 35 – 37 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed Balcony
Expedition Mini suite – [Q2]

Expedition Mini suite – [Q2]

These elegant suites are situated on upper deck with one room, seating area, TV and mini-bar. 15 – 20 m2 Window Bathroom TV Double bed
Expedition Mini suite – [Q4]

Expedition Mini suite – [Q4]

Expedition Mini suite

ALTERNATIVE DATES

View our alternative dates and durations below for this cruise. Prices based on twinshare cabin.

  • Date
    Trip
    Cruise Ship
    Nights
    Price per person
  • 26th Dec ‘26
    Antarctic Circle Expedition
    MS Roald Amundsen- 15Nights
    15
    Outside price from $18,699* /per person

Important Notice

The following product terms and conditions apply in addition to our Booking Terms and Conditions (available on our website) and terms and conditions of the relevant travel service provider. Prices quoted are valid for sale until 30 Nov 2026 for travel during the period specified (if applicable) unless otherwise stated or sold out prior. All prices are per person, twin share (unless otherwise stated), subject to availability and may be withdrawn or varied without notice. All savings are included in the advertised price. Some categories may have obstructed views. Airfare (including internal flights) is not included unless otherwise stated and, if included, is economy class unless otherwise stated. Airfares require full payment in order to ticket. Airfares if included are based on specific dates and routings. Flights may be altered up to the package value which your Cruise Travel Advisor will be able to advise. Components of the total price including local payments, “resort fees”, “national park fees”, “trip kitties” and food funds (if applicable) may be payable direct to the supplier on arrival or to your travel consultant prior to your departure. Where applicable, these payments are included in the total price quoted. Onboard spending money is not included unless otherwise stated. If included it is per stateroom unless stated otherwise, is non-transferable, non-refundable and has no cash value. Onboard spending money/credit may not be used in the medical centre or casino and expires at the end of the cruise. Gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated. Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes, levies and government charges current at the time of publication. Additional supplier conditions and travel restrictions may apply. Prices shown are for payments made by cash in store or by BPAY. Payments made in store by credit card will incur a surcharge (see Booking Terms and Conditions for further details). Prices quoted are accurate as of 5 Nov 2026 and may be higher depending on date of purchase and date of travel. Cruiseabout cannot guarantee that any particular product will still be available at the following prices, or for your exact dates of travel.  At the time of making your booking, prices may differ to the price displayed on the website.  Please contact your Cruiseabout Travel Advisor to obtain the latest up to date information regarding applicable prices, fees and charges, taxes, availability, blackout dates (such as school holidays), seasonal surcharges and other terms and conditions which may apply. View our full Terms and Conditions. (HXEOCT3) 

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