Discover Patagonia on one of the most extraordinary journeys in South America. Due to its vast size and remoteness, the Magallanes region requires an extended visit to fully appreciate its splendor.
Ideal for: Researchers, Biologists, Photographers, Astronomers, Astrotourism enthusiasts, Anthropologists, Families & Friends, Birdwatchers, and Patagonian Flora & Fauna Lovers.
Tour type
Adventure Nature Flora & Fauna Culture Family CruiseThe route, day by day
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Arrival in Punta Arenas
Gateway to the end of the world
Arrive at Punta Arenas airport in southern Chile. Accessible transfer to your hotel. Afternoon visit to the city center and the Strait of Magellan viewpoint. Welcome dinner featuring king crab.
- Accessible airport transfer
- Strait of Magellan viewpoint
- King crab welcome dinner
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Board the Expedition Vessel
Embarkation & safety briefing
Morning at the Nao Victoria Museum (replica of Magellan's ship). Afternoon transfer to the port and board the accessible expedition vessel. Cabin orientation, safety briefing, and welcome cocktail as you set sail through the Strait of Magellan.
- Nao Victoria Museum
- Ship embarkation
- Accessible cabin orientation
- Welcome cocktail & departure
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Ainsworth Bay & Tuckers Islets
Glaciers, elephants seals & penguins
Morning zodiac excursion (accessible boarding) to Ainsworth Bay to see elephant seals and a glacier. Afternoon cruise to Tuckers Islets for Magellanic penguin colony viewing from the ship's accessible deck.
- Ainsworth Bay glacier viewing
- Elephant seal colony
- Magellanic penguin colony
- Zodiac excursion with accessible boarding
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Pia Glacier & Glacier Alley
Dramatic ice & mountain scenery
Navigate to Pia Glacier in the Darwin Mountain Range. Zodiac approach for close-up glacier views. Afternoon cruise through Glacier Alley, passing five spectacular tidewater glaciers.
- Pia Glacier zodiac approach
- Darwin Mountain Range views
- Glacier Alley — five glaciers
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Cape Horn
The legendary end of the Americas
Weather permitting, approach Cape Horn — the southernmost point of South America. View from the ship's accessible observation deck. If conditions allow, zodiac landing at the cape. Afternoon lecture on the history of Cape Horn navigation.
- Cape Horn approach
- Accessible observation deck viewing
- Historical navigation lecture
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Wulaia Bay & Disembarkation
Indigenous heritage & return
Morning stop at historic Wulaia Bay, an ancient Yámana indigenous settlement. Nature walk through the subantarctic forest (accessible trail section). Return to Punta Arenas and disembark. Transfer to airport or hotel.
- Wulaia Bay heritage site
- Subantarctic forest walk
- Disembarkation & transfer
What's included
- Cabin accommodation in chosen category
- Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Open bar: Chilean and Argentine wines, cocktails, and beverages
- Daily shore excursions and Zodiac boat landings led by expert guides
- Visits to glaciers (Pia, Aguila) and Cape Horn National Park
- Whiskey and hot chocolate during glacier excursions
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Flights to Ushuaia or from Punta Arenas
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
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