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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - Example 6 Day Cruise aboard MV Skorpios II
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Set sail on a 6-day Chonos Route cruise aboard M/V Skorpios II from Puerto Montt, 1,000 km south of Santiago, accessible by road or air. Travel 800 miles through scenic channels and the Llanquihue, Chiloe, Chonos, and Aysen archipelagos, stopping at Mechuque Island, Puerto Aguirre, Quitralco Hot Springs, and more. Witness the stunning San Rafael Glacier, discovered in 1620 and the closest to the Equator. Declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1978, it stretches 15 km, with ice towers rising 60 meters and reaching 230 meters below the surface. One of Patagonia’s most active glaciers, it calves into Laguna San Rafael, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
The blue San Rafael GlacierPuerto AguirreTake zodiacs on expeditions around the glaciersGlacial toastPristine villages in small inlets
Highlights
  • Sail to the island of Chiloe and explore the picturesque local markets
  • Navigate through the Moraleda and Ferronave, arriving in Puerto Aguirre
  • Watch for humpback and blue whales while crossing the Corcovado Gulf
  • Visit the tidewater glacier nearest the equator, San Rafael Glacier
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Day 1: Puerto Montt | Embark | Coastal Chile

Weigh anchor from Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Montt and sail through the Llanquihue archipelago. Catch sight of Calbuco city, Ancud Gulf. In the afternoon, arrive at Quemchi, Chiloe lsland. Disembark on boats at this picturesque Chilote village where you can visit the handicraft market, streets and coffees shops, also the museum house of the Chilean writer Francisco Coloane. Continue sailing to the south through the Archipelago of Chiloe and Corcovado Gulf, crossing at midnight.

Day 2: Puerto Aguirre | Islote Barrientos

Navigate through the Moraleda and Ferronave channels. Arrive at Puerto Aguirre and disembark at this fishing village. Walk through Puerto Aguirre's streets, lookouts, and the path of a rainforest, typical of the region. Sail through the Ferronave, Pilcomayo, and Costa channels. Arrive at Islote Barrientos and board smaller boats to explore rock formations and one of Chile’s largest bird colonies. Observe Kelp Gulls, Rock Shags, Red-Legged Shags, and Imperial Shags, along with South American fur seals. In the afternoon, continue south, reaching Caleta Quesahuen or Punta Leopardos, 20 nautical miles from San Rafael Glacier.

Day 3: San Rafael Lagoon | Tempanos Channel

Crossing the channel of Tempanos to the entrance of the lagoon San Rafael. The vessel anchors at 2 km from the glacier. Boat excursions among the multicolored icebergs take place as weather conditions allow so. The ship approaches the glacier. Setting sails in the direction of Quitralco-Fjord.

Day 4: Quitralco

In the morning, berth at the pier of Quitralco. After breakfast, you can enjoy inside and outside hot springs with temperatures of 32° and 38°C, and take walks on the trails of the place. If weather conditions allow it, excursions will be made in motor boats inside of the fjord. In the afternoon, sail towards Chiloe, navigating through the channels of Moraleda and Perez Norte.

Day 5: Leucayec Channel | Corcovado Gulf

Navigate through the channel of Leucayec. Cross the Gulf of Corcovado. If passengers are lucky you can observe humpbacks or blue whales in this zone. Continue sailing along the east coast of Chiloe, arriving at 11:00 am at Islote Conejos, on the channel Queilen. Disembarking on small boats visiting the island inhabited by Magellan penguins and birds. 1:00 pm. Sailing through the islands of Lemuy and Chelín. 4:30 pm. Arriving in Dalcahue, it is highly recommended to visit the handicraft market, and the church and stroll along the promenade. 11:00 pm. Leaving towards Puerto Montt. Enjoy a farewell party, and Captain's dinner.

Day 6: Disembark in Puerto Montt

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Arrive back in Puerto Montt and disembark after breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your continued independent travels.

Ship/Hotel

MV Skorpios II

The cheery lounge on the Skorpios II
Admire the passing views from the bridge
Enjoy your meals in the Skorpios II's dining room

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2 beds (1.35 x 2.00 mts), without window, private bathroom.
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Olympo Master Suite
King bed, panoramic window, private bathroom. Exit to a covered external hallway.
Included
  • 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners
  • 5 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Shipboard Laundry Service (covers only small items of clothing)
  • Cost-free Shipboard Medical Aid
  • Open Bar at No Additional Cost, Offering National and Imported Wines and Liquors
  • Accident Insurance 
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  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Port Fees

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