Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

Learn about the great navigators
Understand glaciation's effects
Investigate local flora
Learn about Magellanic penguins

Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

The end of the world awaits you on the expedition cruise ship MV Stella Australis on a journey that retraces much of Darwin’s route through the Fuegian Archipelago aboard HMS Beagle. This eight-day Ushuaia excursion features the legendary Cape Horn, historic Wulaia Bay, spectacular Glacier …

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$1,665

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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

Visit Cape Horn National Park
Admire Wulaia Bay's natural beauty
Hike at spectacular Pia Glacier

Starts / Ends:: Ushuaia / Punta Arenas
Activities:: Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Discover the wild beauty of Patagonia on this incredible 5-day cruise that showcases the region’s pristine landscapes, rich wildlife, and fascinating human history aboard an expedition ship that brings an extraordinary level of comfort and service to the uttermost edge of the world. Leaving …

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View the seal and cormorant colonies as you sail across the Beagle Channel

$30,497

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

Punta Arenas - Ushuaia - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

See Torres del Paine National Park
Venture through wildlife reserves
Navigate Chile's fjords
Witness Antarctica's wildlife

Starts / Ends:: Santiago / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Patagonia is an awe-inspiring landscape that stretches across the Andes from the Atlantic to the Pacific and down to Cape Horn. Explore it expedition-style aboard the National Geographic Resolution, an authentic expedition ship. On this 18-day voyage, you are sure to enjoy up-close encounters with …

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Observing a penguin colony during an Antarctic cruise

$7,999

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Patagonia Glaciers & Wildlife

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

Explore Montevideo's streets
Discover Port Stanley's and penguin
Navigate Glacier Alley
Witness Garibaldi Glacier ice shelf

Starts / Ends:: Montevideo / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator, through the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska. Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of glaciers as you navigate icy waters, surrounded by towering mountains and pristine wilderness. Encounter diverse wildlife, from majestic whales to playful otters, in …

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$22,711

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia - Punta Arenas - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
Marvel at magnificent icebergs
Hike Torres del Paine National Park
Explore Francisco Coloane Marine

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Chile
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Join National Geographic Explorer on an odyssey that combines the celebrated wonders of the southernmost realms of the planet in a single epic voyage. The Antarctic Peninsula, southern Patagonia, and the Chilean fjords are places of unimaginable beauty. Humpback whales breach and penguins gather by …

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$16,180

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In the Wake of the Beagle through the Chilean Fjords

15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Witness Pio XI Glacier
Experience Angostura Kirke
Visit Castro's UNESCO Heritage Site
Discover Isla Mocha

Starts / Ends:: Ushuaia / Valparaiso
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the SH Vega. Setting sail from Ushuaia, venture through vast glaciers, stunning fjords, and breathtaking landscapes in Patagonia. Absorb the untamed wilderness amidst towering snow-capped peaks, encountering diverse wildlife like penguins, dolphins, and the majestic …

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$26,974

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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Argentina to Argentina - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Cross the famous Drake Passage
Possibly encounter killer whales
See icebergs, glaciers and wildlife
Sail towards Antarctic Circle

Starts / Ends:: Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Set sail on a 16-day Antarctic Circle cruise. Start in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia, Argentina’s southernmost city. Embark on the National Geographic Endurance, sailing across the Drake Passage. Explore the Antarctic Circle with flexible activities, including kayaking near massive …

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Sunrise in the Patagonian Andes Mountains

$14,895

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Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Cruise to the Diego Ramírez Islands
Watch for massive Andean condors
See impressive glaciers
Visit a working Patagonian estancia
Explore Torres del Paine

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Santiago
Activities:: Adventure Options, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Experience the natural splendors of southern Patagonia on this 15-day Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine expedition aboard Ultramarine. Retrace Charles Darwin’s epic voyage to the ‘edge of the world’ on a comprehensive journey into Chile’s spectacular network of fjords and …

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$5,995

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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

Explore Tierra del Fuego
Visit the Garibaldi Fjord
See wildlife in Magdalena Island
Cross the Gulf of Penas

Starts / Ends:: Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Set sail on the Magellan Explorer for this 9-day Patagonia and Chilean Fjords cruise. In Chilean Patagonia, one of the southernmost regions of the world, sail between massive blue-hued glaciers and the sharp peaks of the Andes mountains. This untamed terrain is home to fjords, channels, and islets …

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$27,715

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
See Antarctic's Wildlife
Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
Activities:: Adventure Options, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Experience an extraordinary cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, beginning in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Venture to Ushuaia, where you'll embark on your Antarctic adventure. Fly to Ushuaia and explore Tierra del Fuego National Park. Sail through the Drake Passage while enjoying …

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$13,786

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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

Explore Isla de los Estados
Venture into wildlife reserves
Take advantage of superb photo ops
Zodiac cruise, kayak, and hike

Activities:: Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Remote and largely inaccessible, Patagonia is the essence of wilderness—a maze of channels and islands. Venture deep into Chile’s glorious fjords past incandescent icebergs and massive glaciers. From the “land of fire,” Tierra del Fuego, to the jagged spires of Torres del …

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$2,997

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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

Explore beautiful Wulaia Bay
Visit historical Ushuaia
Hike at Garibaldi Glacier
Admire Andean condors

Activities:: Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

The outer edge of the world awaits on an adventurous 9-day journey along the same waterways that inspired Charles Darwin. This itinerary retraces much of the route the renowned British naturalist took through the Fuegian Archipelago aboard HMS Beagle in the 1830s, a voyage that inspired him to …

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$13,637

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Exploring Patagonia’s National Parks From Puerto Montt to Tierra Del Fuego

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

Discover Chiloé's culture
Explore Pumalín Park
Spot wildlife in Golfo de Corcovado
Journey through Coyhaique

Starts / Ends:: Puerto Montt / Santiago
Activities:: Archaeological Site Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Set sail on a 17-day cruise, exploring Patagonia's National Parks from Puerto Montt to Tierra Del Fuego aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Embark in Puerto Montt. Experience Chiloé's culture and visit the UNESCO World Heritage wooden churches. Explore Pumalín's …

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The pristine and remote landscape of the Falkland Islands

$38,520

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Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Roundtrip Buenos Aires - 22 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Witness colonies of king penguins
Encounter rare wildlife
Explore three distinct regions
Trace the story of Ernest Shackleto

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:: Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on a 22-day expedition in the Southern Ocean and immerse in a stunning wilderness. It's an area where nature's grandeur rivals even the vast migrations of Africa. This expedition offers the chance to see a king penguin colony. Additionally, one can observe albatross colonies on …

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Dozens of Adelie Penguins gather on an ice flow in the seawater near Brown Bluff on the Antarctica Peninsula.

$7,180

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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

Observe penguins, seals, and whales
Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
Navigate through towering icebergs
See different seabird species

Starts / Ends:: Buenos Aires / Cape Town
Activities:: Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on a 22-day cruise that begins in Ushuaia, traveling across the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia, and Tristan de Cunha before concluding in Cape Town. Along the way, experience Antarctic glaciers, observe wildlife including penguins, seals, and whales, and visit historic whaling stations. …

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