Embark on an extraordinary journey with a South Atlantic luxury cruise from South Africa to Antarctica. Starting from the vibrant city of Cape Town, the voyage takes you on an adventure to the world’s most remote islands including Tristan da Cunha, with its unique wildlife, and culminates on the awe-inspiring Antarctic Peninsula. This experience ends in the quaint city of Ushuaia, offering an unforgettable experience from start to finish. During this voyage, you’ll have the opportunity to witness breathtaking destinations. Explore the multicultural essence of Cape Town, enjoy the serene beauty and rare wildlife of Tristan da Cunha, and be captivated by the majestic landscapes of South Georgia. Finally, the spectacular Antarctic Peninsula, with its glaciers and rich fauna, offers a truly unique glimpse into the White Continent. The journey promises a myriad of activities to enrich your cruise experience. Relax on days at sea with lectures and photography workshops. Near Tristan Da Cunha, embark on a thrilling Zodiac cruise for wildlife spotting. In Antarctica, an optional kayaking tour allows an up-close interaction with the icy waters. Each activity is curated to provide a remarkable adventure amidst the Southern Atlantic’s stunning backdrop.
Antarctica
South Atlantic cruise: from South Africa to Antarctica (Cape Town – Ushuaia)
Overview
Prices shown after discount
Book by 7 July 2025
Itinerary Highlights
- Learn more about the unique islands of the Southern Atlantic from our onboard experts
- Pay homage to explore Ernest Shackleton as we discover the island where he spent his last days
- Get up close to at least five different species of penguin who live on these isolated coasts
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Cape Town (Hotel Night)
- Day 2: Cape Town
- Day 3 to 6: Day at sea
- Day 7: Tristan Da Cunha
- Day 8 to 11: Day at sea
- Day 12 and 13: South Georgia
- Day 14 and 15: Day at sea
- Day 16 to 19: Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 20 and 21: Day at sea
- Day 22: Disembarkation - Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond control.
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Day 1: Cape Town (Hotel Night)
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met by the cruise representative and driven in the group transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Cape Town
This morning, you will take the group transfer from your hotel to the port and board your cruise.
Between mountains and the ocean, Cape Town is a vibrant, multicultural city with a lively waterfront featuring seafood restaurants, shopping and attractions. A cable car transports visitors to distinctive Table Mountain with sweeping views. Boats head to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated.Boulders Beach is home to African penguins, and world-class Stellenbosch vineyards offer wine tastings amid Cape Dutch architecture.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3 to 6: Day at sea
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 7: Tristan Da Cunha
Seabirds outnumber humans on this remote British outpost in the middle of the southern Atlantic. Millions of species like the rare yellow-nosed albatross, skuas, terns and petrels, including the endangered Tristan albatross, inhabit the bluffs. Northern rockhopper penguins breed on the beaches, while upwellings attract whales and dolphins. Fur seals also haul out on the island teeming with avian life.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 8 to 11: Day at sea
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 12 and 13: South Georgia
Often called the 'Galapagos of the Poles,' South Georgia has a number of landing sites with tens of thousands of King Penguins and gentoo penguins, making up some of the largest populations in the world alongside harrumphing elephant seals. Among its remarkable sites is Grytviken, the historic whaling station where legendary British explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874–1922) is laid to rest.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 14 and 15: Day at sea
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 16 to 19: Antarctic Peninsula
Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbour, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 20 and 21: Day at sea
Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 22: Disembarkation - Ushuaia/Buenos Aires
Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range, Ushuaia’s colourful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. As one of the world’s southernmost cities, Ushuaia carries its ‘end of the world’ reputation well. The moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help. Board your boutique ship before departing for your journey through one of the most captivating wilderness regions of the world.
After breakfast, you will disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires.
This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state and other conditions beyond control.
Breakfast included.
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Nov 2025 - 05 Dec 2025 | USD$11314pp | ||
| Triple Balcony M5 | USD$11314pp | Contact us | |
| Balcony D5 | USD$13577pp | Up to 8,500 AUD Credit included + Free Gold Wi-Fi (worth Up to $525) | |
| Balcony D6 | USD$13577pp | Up to 8,500 AUD Credit included + Free Gold Wi-Fi (worth Up to $525) | |
| Balcony M5 | USD$13577pp | Up to 8,500 AUD Credit included + Free Gold Wi-Fi (worth Up to $525) | |
| Quadruple Suite | USD$20375pp | Contact us | |
| Junior Suite | USD$23256pp | Contact us | |
| Suite | USD$27167pp | Contact us | |
| Premium Suite | USD$31013pp | Contact us | |
| 22 Oct 2026 - 12 Nov 2026 | USD$13772pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Oceanview D4
20 m2
Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Oceanview M4
20 m2
Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Balcony D5
28 m2
Located on deck 5, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
Balcony M5
28 m2
Located on deck 5, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
Balcony D6
28 m2
Located on deck 6, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or a double bed, distinct bedroom and living room areas, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6 sq. m balcony.
Junior Suite
35 m2
SH Diana’s Junior Suites features a Super King Size bed, separate living room area with homely flame-effect fireplace, private kitchen, luxurious en-suite bathroom and a 7 sq. m private balcony.
Suite
44 m2
Our Suites features a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.
Premium Suite
47 m2
SH Diana’s Premium Suites feature a Super King Size bed, separate living room with homely flame-effect fireplace, luxurious en-suite bathroom, spacious walk-in wardrobe and a 12 sq. m private balcony.
Triple Oceanview M4
19 m2
Located on Deck 4 at the bow. Light, bright and crafted from natural materials Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds or a double bed, a bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
To make it a Triple room, the third guest will sleep on a Single Sofa bed – Dimensions of the Sofa: 1860 X 1230 mm
This cabin can also be converted into Quad on request.
Triple Balcony M5
28 m2
Balcony stateroom is a Swan Hellenic guest favorite. Located on Deck 5 at the centre of the ship, staterooms features 2 single beds or a double bed, bedroom, living room, luxurious bathroom and your own 6 m2 balcony.
To make it a Triple room, the third guest will sleep on a Single Sofa bed – Dimensions of the Sofa: 1900 X 1380 mm
This cabin can also be converted into Quad on request.
Quadruple Suite
44 m2
Located on Deck 5 and 6 at the centre of the ship, our spacious Suites with a 12 sq.m. private balconies are a favorite with discerning guests, and those that prefer a little more space and comfort.
To make it a Quad room, the third and fourth guests will sleep on a Double Sofa bed – Dimensions of the Sofa: 1900 X 1380 mm
SH Diana Deckplan
Specifications
CREW: 141
GUESTS: 192
DECKS: 9
LENGTH: 410 ft (125 m)
BREADTH: 75 ft (23 m)
TONNAGE: 12,100 GRT
CRUISING SPEED: 14.5 knots
PROPULSION HYBRID DIESEL ELECTRIC: 4x Medium speed, Polar Class PC6
REGISTERED: Malta
LIFEBOATS: 2 fully enclosed
TENDER BOATS: 2 (48 pax each)
ZODIACS: 15
What’s included?
- Group transfer from airport (CPT) to hotel
- Group transfer from hotel to ship
- Group transfer from ship to airport (USH) for charter flight
- Charter flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires
- One-night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 5-star hotel
- All meals onboard
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks, and selected alcoholic beverages available 24 hours per day
- Lecture programs by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
- Standard Wi-Fi (Gold Wi-Fi for BD6 & Platinum Wi-Fi for Suites)
- Onboard gratuities and port taxes
- One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call
- Expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions.
- Backpack and stainless-steel water bottle
What’s not included?
- Any items not mentioned as included.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
Destination: Antarctica
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