VACAYA Antarctica Cruise 2027
13 nights · 12 ports · Le Lyrial
At the end of its anniversary season, VACAYA returns to the seventh continent as a pure LGBTQIA+ full charter. The 13-night voyage begins with two nights in Buenos Aires and one night in Ushuaia, before heading from Ponant across the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula on the 5-star yacht Le Lyrial. Ten nights on board means: daily Zodiac expeditions, penguin colonies and ice landscapes that you hardly get to see anywhere else. (As of research: sold out, waiting list.)
Itinerary
Argentina's metropolis seduces you with tango, magnificent architecture, lively neighborhoods like La Boca, and a passionate café and steakhouse culture.
The southernmost city in the world at the Argentine end of Tierra del Fuego is considered the gateway to Antarctica. Snow-capped mountains, the Beagle Channel and the Tierra del Fuego National Park surround it.
Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.
Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.
Here you will find an icy wilderness of glaciers, tabular icebergs and snow-capped mountains, enlivened by penguin colonies, seals and whales in the cold waters.
Here you will find an icy wilderness of glaciers, tabular icebergs and snow-capped mountains, enlivened by penguin colonies, seals and whales in the cold waters.
Here you will find an icy wilderness of glaciers, tabular icebergs and snow-capped mountains, enlivened by penguin colonies, seals and whales in the cold waters.
Here you will find an icy wilderness of glaciers, tabular icebergs and snow-capped mountains, enlivened by penguin colonies, seals and whales in the cold waters.
Here you will find an icy wilderness of glaciers, tabular icebergs and snow-capped mountains, enlivened by penguin colonies, seals and whales in the cold waters.
Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.
Today you will enjoy a relaxing day on the high seas. Use the time for the on-board offers, to sunbathe on deck or simply to relax with a view of the sea.
The southernmost city in the world at the Argentine end of Tierra del Fuego is considered the gateway to Antarctica. Snow-capped mountains, the Beagle Channel and the Tierra del Fuego National Park surround it.
Cabins
Theme nights & highlights
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The ship · Le Lyrial
Le Lyrial has been sailing for many years as one of the flagships of the French expedition shipping company Ponant and is easily recognizable by its distinctive dark gray hull. With 122 cabins for up to 244 guests, it is one of the larger ships in its class, but remains significantly smaller than classic cruise giants.
The LGBTQ+ operator VACAYA charters the ship for elaborate expedition trips, for example to Antarctica or towards the North Pole - routes that are otherwise rarely offered as charters for an exclusively queer clientele. On board, the upscale ambience of a Ponant cruise combines with lectures by polar experts, Zodiac landings and a program explicitly tailored to the LGBTQ+ community. For many participants, it is precisely this mixture of an extraordinary destination and a consistently openly queer atmosphere that makes the difference to a regular expedition cruise.
Frequently asked questions
How does an LGBT cruise differ from a regular one?
As a rule the entire ship is chartered — a 100% queer crowd with its own programme of DJs, drag shows and themed parties.
What is usually included?
Cabin, full board, entertainment and pool are mostly included. Premium drinks, spa and shore excursions are usually charged separately.
Is the trip suitable for solo travellers?
Yes — the solo share is high on many trips, and there are often dedicated solo meet-ups on board.
What are the cancellation terms?
That depends on the operator. You will find the exact deadlines and conditions directly with the provider.
What about safety when docking in restrictive countries?
The operators are careful about route choices. At controversial ports, shore excursions are curated thoughtfully.
- Period
- 14.11.2027 – 27.11.2027
- Duration
- 13 nights
- Ship
- Le Lyrial
- Region
- Antarctica
Direct with the operator
VACAYA
VACAYA charters entire ships and resorts for the entire LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. Instead of a men-only party cruise, VACAYA deliberately focuses on more inclusive and relaxed: high-quality, community-oriented, with parties as well as quieter moments.
Last reviewed: 29. July 2026