Aurora Expeditions

In Shackleton's Footsteps

19-night Antarctica expedition · 2 departures · from $26,516 per guest

  • 19 nightsDuration
  • Douglas Mawson, Sylvia EarleShips
  • UshuaiaRound trip from
  • Nov 8, 2026Next sailing
In Shackleton's Footsteps
Thank you for joining Aurora Expeditions on our In Shackleton’s Footsteps expedition.   Follow in the footsteps of ‘the Boss’ on this quintessential polar voyage, from the serene ice of the deep south to the subantarctic wildlife paradise of South Georgia. Experience the Antarctic Peninsula and set foot on the continent before making your way north to the spectacular Antarctic Sound, gateway to the Weddell Sea.

Embrace the adventure as you voyage further east, navigating as far as possible into the Weddell Sea, where Shackleton’s Endurance met its fate. From here set a course to Elephant Island, the desolate outpost where Shackleton and his men finally made landfall after 497 days at sea. On the final leg of your voyage, follow the course of the James Caird across the Scotia Sea to South Georgia, where Shackleton’s voyage reached its remarkable conclusion.

As you retrace the steps of this historic voyage, your expert expedition team will be by your side to enrich your journey with insights, wildlife-spotting tips and stories of Shackleton’s epic adventure.  

Upcoming departures

SailsShipNightsFrom (per guest)
Nov 8, 2026Douglas Mawson19$26,516Cabins & fares
Nov 6, 2027Sylvia Earle19$29,966Cabins & fares

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