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 with beaches teeming with marine wildlife, birds, and stunning natural landscapes best accessed by ship or zodiac. On this wilderness expedition, visit Puerto Cisnes, the San Rafael Bay and Glacier, the Gulf of Penas, the isolated village of Puerto Eden, the Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego, and the Beagle Channel.

Highlights

Explore the waters of the fiords that branch out from Tierra del Fuego
Visit the Garibaldi Fjord, surrounded by hanging and tidewater glaciers
See penguins, cormorants, sea lions, and river otters on Magdalena Island
Cross the Gulf of Penas and enjoy beautiful views of mountain ranges

Activities

Places Visited

Argentina
Chile
Patagonia
South America
Andes Mountains
Lake District
Puerto Montt
Ushuaia
Beagle Channel
Caleta Tortel
Messier Channel
Port of Ushuaia
San Rafael Glacier
Strait of Magellan
Tierra del Fuego

Activity Level: Variable

Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.

Full Itinerary

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Day 1: Puerto Montt | Embarkation

Accommodation
1 Dinner

Your adventure commences in Puerto Montt, Chile, with embarkation scheduled between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Following all essential orientations, the vessel departs for the Gulf of Corcovado.

Day 2: Puyuhuapi Channel

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

You'll continue south to explore the area around Puerto Aysen and Puyuhuapi in the Aysén region. As you cruise and explore the region, you'll witness the landscape unfolding with its many fjords, islands, and channels. You'll have the opportunity to visit either Puerto Cisnes, Puyuhuapi, or Magdalena Island, with the possibility of spotting dolphins, whales, cormorants, sea lions, and river otters.

Day 3: San Rafael National Park

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Today, the ship reaches the Chonos Archipelago. Heading towards the Moraleda Channel, the vessel cruises around the area of San Rafael National Park, a biosphere reserve, if weather permits. The park is the main entry point to Chile's Northern Patagonian Ice Field. We will also explore the surrounding fjords, channels, islands, and coves.

Day 4: Day at Sea | Gulf of Penas

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

As you sail south, you'll cross the Gulf of Penas, soaking in the stunning vistas of the surrounding mountain ranges. The expedition team will inform you about the indigenous inhabitants of these southern lands, the early Spanish colonizers, and renowned explorers like Charles Darwin, Fitz Roy, and Alberto de Agostini. You'll also gain insight into the region's biodiversity through presentations on the local marine fauna and flora.

Day 5: Caleta Tortel and Messier Channel

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

If weather permits, you have a morning visit planned to Caleta Tortel or the surrounding region. Situated between the mouth of the Baker River and a small cove within the Baker Channel, Caleta Tortel is a quaint village characterized by stilt houses, typical of Chilotan architecture, stretching along the coastline for several kilometers. Wooden walkways made of Guaitecas cypress connect the houses, contributing to the village's distinctive appearance and unique culture. Your journey continues southward towards Messier Channel, where you'll navigate through the dramatic 18-meter-wide (59 feet) English Narrows, offering a privileged view of the glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Some of the largest glaciers in the southern hemisphere outside of Antarctica can be found here.

Day 6: Bernardo O’Higgins National Park

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

You'll embark on a Zodiac excursion to the Amalia Glacier area or the surrounding glaciers along the Peel Fjord in the Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. You'll immerse yourself in the icy-blue beauty of the glacier and navigate across the sea and among its ice floes, uncovering part of Chile's natural mystique. As you sail between snow-capped peaks to get a closer look at the glacier and its brilliant, rugged textures, you may spot dolphins swimming at a distance, cormorants or condors flying above, and otters.

Day 7: Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

While cruising along the Strait of Magellan, explore the waters of the fiords that branch out from Tierra del Fuego. Follow the remote coast around the Francisco Coloane Marine Park, a protected area in the southern hemisphere where whales feed. If you are lucky, you may be able to witness Humpback or Sei whales breaching in the distance. You may also see dolphins, sea lions, seals, penguins, albatrosses, and petrels.

Day 8: Beagle Channel & Garibaldi Fjord

Accommodation
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

The Beagle Channel offers you a striking narrow passage in the archipelago of Tierra del Fuego, a region originally named after the fires that burned in local native settlements when the first European explorers arrived. Dividing Chile and Argentina, this passage showcases ice formations along the snow-dusted Darwin Range. You'll sail along Glacier Alley, home to the Holanda, Italia, Francia, Alemania, and Romanche glaciers, to explore the Garibaldi Fjord.

Day 9: Ushuaia | Disembark

1 Breakfast

Morning arrival in Ushuaia and disembarkation.

Note: the itinerary presented above is for reference. As for any expedition cruise, our route will be subject to weather conditions and the requirements of the Chilean authorities.

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Magellan Explorer

The Magellan Explorer is one of the world's newest expedition ships, specifically intended for Antarctica. The ship provides a stylish base for its guests, combining exciting expeditions and boutique hospitality.

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Fly cruises: Children admitted from 8 years old

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Sea voyages: Children admitted from 12 years old

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Kayaking: Children admitted from 16 years old.
Hiking & snowshoeing: Children admitted from 12 years old.

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8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners
8 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Wine, beer, juice, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board ship
Coffee, tea, chocolate, cappuccino, water and snacks on board ship throughout the expedition
IAATO passenger fee
Loan of Waterproof Boots for Landings
Comprehensive Pre- and Post-voyage Information Materials
Lectures and entertainment onboard.
Daily buffet breakfast and lunch on board the ship offering a wide choice of dishes.
Dinner served daily on board the ship offering a choice between one of three main courses.
All guided shore excursions.
Standard internet service is provided on a complimentary basis. Guests booked in Penthouse Suites on Magellan Explorer and Grand Veranda Suites on Magellan Discoverer enjoy complimentary premium internet service

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Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
Beverages purchased at the bar
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Full Itinerary

Day 1: Puerto Montt | Embarkation

Day 2: Puyuhuapi Channel

Day 3: San Rafael National Park

Day 4: Day at Sea | Gulf of Penas

Day 5: Caleta Tortel and Messier Channel

Day 6: Bernardo O’Higgins National Park

Day 7: Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego

Day 8: Beagle Channel & Garibaldi Fjord

Day 9: Ushuaia | Disembark

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