Amazon River Exploration & Antarctica’s Frozen Frontiers: Holland America Line Unveils 2027–2028 South America and Antarctica Cruise Season

For Australian travellers craving the extraordinary, Holland America has just revealed its much-anticipated 2027–2028 South America and Antarctica cruise season. Featuring immersive itineraries on Oosterdam and Zuiderdam, the program promises rare access to dramatic fjords, glacier-lined channels, Amazon river legends, and vibrant cities—from Buenos Aires and Santiago to dazzling Miami.

Wild Wonders & Remote Adventures

Guests will visit up to six countries in a single voyage, sailing past the soaring Pío XI Glacier, exploring the Chilean Fjords, and even reaching legendary landmarks like Machu Picchu. These cruises champion spectacular scenic sailing—think four days in Antarctica’s White Continent, plus dramatic passages through Glacier Alley, Beagle Channel and the Chilean Fjords.

Onboard, you can expect the exceptional comfort and personalised service Holland America is famous for, all while unpacking once for a journey packed with bucket-list moments. Whether you’re spotting penguin colonies on ice shelves, chasing pink river dolphins in the Amazon, or watching capybaras graze riverside, every day offers a fresh dose of wonder and connection.

Itinerary Highlights

• 28-Day Legendary Amazon Explorer
  Zuiderdam sails roundtrip from Miami through the beating heart of the Amazon. Expect overnight stays in Manaus, plus visits to Parintins, Santarém, Alter do Chão, and scenic stops in Martinique, Barbados, and St Lucia.
• 14–15 Day South America Pathways: Chilean Fjords & Glaciers
  Oosterdam cruises between Buenos Aires and Santiago, weaving through glacier-strewn channels, Cape Horn, and the famed Pío XI Glacier.
• 16-Day Inca & Panama Canal Discovery: Lima Overnight
  Oosterdam charts a course between Fort Lauderdale and Santiago, with overnight adventures in Panama City and Lima to soak up local culture and the engineering marvels of the Panama Canal.
• 22-Day South America & Antarctica
  From Buenos Aires to Santiago, spend a full four days in Antarctica, cruising through the legendary Drake Passage, the Chilean Fjords and classic ports like Montevideo, Ushuaia and Port Stanley.
• 31-Day Collectors’ Voyages
  Combine back-to-back cruises for the ultimate, non-repeating South American adventure—maximising discovery and value.

For nature lovers, the program includes overland adventures to Machu Picchu’s mystical ruins and the wildlife-rich ecosystem of the Galápagos Islands, where giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies steal the show.

Exclusive Booking Perks

Secure your dream voyage with Holland America’s “Have It All” Early Booking Bonus: shore excursions, specialty dining, signature drinks and Surf Wi-Fi are all bundled with the option to upgrade to Elite Beverage and Premium Wi-Fi, plus free crew appreciation. Mariner Society loyalty members can bag up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom.

For full details on itineraries, fares, and booking information, head to Holland America Line’s official website. The hardest part will be deciding which adventure calls you most!