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Antarctica
Deluxe Gay Daddy Cruise

January 16 – 26, 2026

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SH Vega

Ship Facts

Gross Tonnage: 10,700

Length: 337 feet

Breadth: 75 feet

Draft: 18 feet

Cruising Speed: 15.5 knots

Guests: 152

Crew: 120

Decks: 9

Inaugural: July, 2022

Antarctica Deluxe Gay Daddy Cruise 2026

10 nights from/to Buenos Aires, Argentina

January 17 – 27, 2026
Swan Hellenic Cruises SH Vega

Antarctic Gay Cruise 2026 Live out your Antarctica dream on this exceptional gay daddy group voyage aboard our luxury ice-class expedition ship.Travel across the legendary Drake Passage to the frozen Antarctic Peninsula, where you'll discover mesmerizing icy wonders like the Gerlache Strait and the magnificent Antarctic Sound. Step ashore, meet curious penguins and explore otherworldly landscapes. Sail on Zodiac boats through ice-choked waters, searching for seals, whales and seabirds. And journey alongside polar specialists as you share in their vast knowledge of these isolated regions. Get ready for fabulous photo opportunities of magnificent icebergs as we sail around the Antarctic Peninsula. This immersive gay group cruise is the ultimate Antarctica journey that will make for the trip of a lifetime.

Far to the south lies Antarctica, a land of dazzling snowfields, crystalline glaciers, and dramatically carved ice mountains soaring above an untamed wilderness. There are no human sounds in this land of primeval beauty, only the wild cries of birds, seals, and whales echoing across a vast expanse of land and sea.

Antarctic Gay Cruise - See What Others Dont

Mountainous and magnificent, the remote, crescent-shaped island of South Georgia is renowned for its wildlife, its stunning natural beauty and its role in the history of Antarctic exploration. Shackleton’s final resting place is home to eight species of penguin, including huge colonies of King penguin, four species of Albatross and other wildlife.

We are pleased to present these magnificent adventures far away from the world we know aboard the new generation expedition ship SH Vega, which was designed and built specifically for Polar exploration. The size, limited guest capacity, superb accommodations, and advanced technical and mechanical systems of these expertly operated ships make it the expedition cruise ship of choice for discovering Antarctica.

Antarctica Gay Cruise Highlights

• Cruise aboard the new, SH Vega, a 152-guest luxury vessel

• Enjoyment enrichment lectures from a staff of experience, professional naturalists & guest lecturers

• Explore ashore with biologists, geologists and undersea specialists

• Get up close to icebergs, wildlife and hard-to-reach places using our fleet of kayaks and Zodiaks

• Observe a range of penguin and whale species, as well as seals and seabirds

• Signature small group size

• Signature comprehensive sightseeing programs

• Signature inclusive meal plan of culinary delights

• Signature deluxe accommodations

• Once you get to Buenos Aires, we’ll do the rest—transfer you to a 4-star hotel (included), then transfers and flights to the southern tip of South America for our cruise, and back again.

Your Ship - Swan Hellenic Cruises Brand New SH Vega

Welcome To SH Vega, Your New Home Away From Home. Making her maiden voyage in July 2022, our 5 star elegant Scandi-design boutique ship offers you an intimate setting from which you will be fully immersed in all the sights and scenery of your voyage. For now, sit back, relax and take a moment to get to know your expedition ship.

Our brand new ship, named after the first ship to cross the Arctic Northeast Passage, has been designed to journey to off the beaten path destinations and remote polar regions in style and comfort.

Sophisticated Elegance
We know how important outdoor space is, so our spacious, relaxing public spaces provide wide open, unobstructed views throughout the ship. The destination will always be in view.

Your Wellbeing
The safety & happiness of our guests is paramount to our 120-strong crew on board as well as our passionate expedition team who'll be serving up thrilling shore excursions and lasting memories.

The Observation Lounge
After a day of exploration, where better to relax than in the Observation Lounge. Sit back, savour your favourite tipple whilst getting to know your fellow guests.

Alfresco Dining & Heated Outdoor Pool
On Deck 7 you'll find a heated outside pool along with pool side seating from where you can enjoy stunning scenery.

The Swan Restaurant
As the main venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner, our 152-seat restaurant serves international and local cuisine focussed on quality regional ingredients from the unique destinations we visit.

Sauna With A View
Head to Deck 8 for the best views in the world. After a work out in our state-of-the-art gym, relax in our sauna or Jacuzzi and take in those breathtaking vistas along the way.

The Club Lounge
Vibrant and welcoming, The Club Lounge acts as a hub, combining 24 hours tapas inspired dining with panoramic views of the ocean glittering below.

What's Included

• Accommodations at fine hotel before the cruise.

• Round trip group flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia.

• Antarctica Cruise aboard the new expedition cruise ship SH Vega.

• Airport/hotel/pier transfers and handling of luggage abroad on the designated program departure and arrival dates.

• Complete program of shore landings and activities organized by the expedition leader and naturalist guides.

• Educational program of lectures and discussions by the accompanying guest lecturers, expedition leader and naturalist guides.

• Gay group host on minimum participation

• Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship hosted by the captain.

• All meals aboard ship, with a selection of wines, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.

• Open bar with select alcoholic beverages.

• Coffee, including espresso and cappuccino, tea and soft drinks throughout the day and night.

• 24-hour room service.

• Gratuities to shipboard personnel, porters and drivers.

• All local taxes and service charge

• Expedition parka – yours to keep.

• Use of rubber boots, hiking poles, and waterproof packs for shore landings.

• Basic Wi-Fi.

• Complete pre-departure material.

What's Not Included

• International airfare and baggage fees

• Trip Cancellation & Interruption insurance (highly recommended)

• Passport and visa fees

• Early or late arrival/departure surcharge or early check-in / late check-out

• Personal accommodations, meals, transfers, drinks, telephone, gifts, and expenses not outlined in the itinerary

• Any optional sightseeing excursions or additional visits not outlined in the itinerary

• Gratuity for Gay Group Manager

Antarctica Deluxe Gay Daddy Cruise 2026 Itinerary
Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
16 Jan	Buenos Aires, Argentina		PM
17 Jan	Buenos Aires / Ushuaia, Argentina
18 Jan	A Day at Sea!
19 Jan	A Day at Sea!
20 Jan	South Shetland Islands
21 Jan	Antarctic Peninsula
22 Jan	Antarctic Peninsula
23 Jan	Antarctic Peninsula
24 Jan	A Day at Sea!
25 Jan	A Day at Sea!
26 Jan	Ushuaia / Buenos Aires, Argentina	PM

Day 1 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Our itinerary is a perfect blend of connecting and relaxing in extreme comfort, and exploring the Last Frontier together. We’ll greet you at the Buenos Aires, Argentina airport upon your arrival and take you to our 4-star hotel nearby—included! Rest up before our real adventure begins tomorrow. Remainder of the day is at leisure.

Buenos Aires is home to one of the biggest and best gay scenes in Latin America. It’s a city of great charm and character. It has a sort of shabby chic vibe; an air of faded grandeur. Argentina’s history has been turbulent and its capital city has a lot of stories to tell. One thing is for sure: Buenos Aires is never boring. It’s a big city so it’s worth staying for at least three days.

Day 2 - Buenos Aires / Ushuaia, Argentina
We are transferred from our hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport for our flight to Ushuaia. Then we transfer to the ship—all of this is included! Shortly after sailing out of Ushuaia, we’ll gather for a hosted Meet-n-Greet Party where you’ll meet your fellow cruisers and start making new friends right away. Dinner with the group is next, followed by ship entertainment or personal relaxing or…really, whatever you want to do, it’s your vacation!

Ushuaia is the gateway to the White Continent. Found at the southernmost tip of South America in Argentinian Patagonia, the city is often described as “the End of the World”. The city’s mountain backdrop rises above the harbour and entrance to the Beagle Channel. The town itself is walkable and has a few small museums as well as pubs, restaurants and cafes - a good place to try Patagonian lamb cooked over open fire pits.

Days 3 & 4 - A 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. Days at sea give 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.

Antarctica gay cruise - South Shetland Islands

Day 5 - South Shetland Islands, Antarctic
While the South Shetlands’ proximity to Antarctica makes the ice-bound sea impassable during winter (April to November), these are the first islands to see snow melt in spring (March) and the slightly warmer temperature means that the fauna is also different from what you see in Antarctica proper. As we go ashore by Zodiac, notice ferns, grasses, lichens and native flora that have more in common with Patagonia than they do with Antarctica.

Lying about 75 miles (120 kilometers) north of the Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands are one of Antarctica’s most visited regions thanks to its warmer climate (compared to other areas in Antarctica), abundant wildlife, and proximity to Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego.Deception Island, with its interesting horse-shoe shape and warm swimming waters in Pendulum Cove, is one of South Shetland’s top tourist destinations. One of the most famous islands is Elephant Island, best known for sheltering Shackleton’s crew after their ship was destroyed in the Weddell Sea.

Days 6 - 8 - Antarctic Peninsula
Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent will live out their Antarctica dream. The Antarctic Peninsula, the most accessible area of the continent, hosts several scientific bases and some of the most interesting wildlife scenery, such as the extremely photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Petermann Island, where among Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags and skuas, huge, lumbering elephant seals haul out.

Days 9 & 10 - A Day at Sea!
After five days capturing as much of Antarctica as you can on your camera, you will need some time to absorb this life-affirming experience. The two days back up the Drake Passage will certainly give you that – and a whole lot more. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. Two more days at sea are the perfect chance to relax, unwind and do whatever takes your fancy. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, trying to spot a whale from the deck, reading a chapter or two, or simply taking a nap, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to the white days spent exploring on land.

Day 11 - Ushuaia / Buenos Aires, Argentina
We disembark in Ushuaia and fly back to Buenos Aires with priceless memories of the experience of a lifetime. Don’t be too quick to get home, though. We will host a few days’ tour of beautiful Buenos Aires, one of the most gay-friendly cities in South America.

Gay Buenos Aires, the gloriously flamboyant and self-confident capital of Argentina, is increasingly being recognized as the Gay Capital of Latin America. History, culture, food, passion, and beautiful people. What more could you want? Gay men here – much like the city itself – are sexy and sophisticated, but are most certainly not the only reason to visit. Sensually satisfying, the intoxicating mix of faded European majesty with that zesty Latino passion is what makes Buenos Aires such an irresistible destination.