Embark on a 5-day Patagonia expedition cruise aboard MV Stella Australis. Begin in Punta Arenas, navigating the legendary Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel. Sail past glaciers and fjords in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Visit Ainsworth Bay to hike through Magellanic forests and observe wildlife. Explore Tucker Islets to see Magellanic penguins and cormorants. Cruise to Pia Glacier and witness its dramatic icefalls before sailing through Glacier Alley, where multiple glaciers line the route. Reach Cape Horn and, weather permitting, step onto this remote headland. Explore Wulaia Bay, once home to the Yagan people, and hike to a scenic viewpoint. Disembark in Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city.
Highlights
Hike through sub-Antarctic forests in Ainsworth Bay’s wilderness
Visit Pia Glacier and admire its towering ice formations
Witness wildlife in Tierra del Fuego’s remote natural habitats
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.
Arrive at Muelle Prat (EPA), Av. Costanera del Estrecho de Magallanes 1398, Punta Arenas, Chile, between 13:00 and 17:00 to begin check-in. Boarding starts at 18:00.
Once onboard, join a welcome toast and meet the Captain and crew. The ship will depart for the far south immediately.
Sail through the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle Channel, navigating Patagonia and the fjords of Tierra del Fuego.
Reach the Marinelli Glacier in Ainsworth Bay and observe how life returns after the ice recedes. Hike through the sub-Antarctic Magellanic forest. Navigate to the Tuckers Islets by Zodiac to spot Magellanic penguins and cormorants.
*In September and April, due to the penguins' migratory cycle, this excursion is replaced with a short hike to a glacier in Brookes Bay.
Sail along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in the Pia Fjord. Sail to the viewpoint from where you can see the homonymous glacier, whose main peak extends from the top of the mountain range to the sea. After this unforgettable experience, continue the navigation under the majestic gaze of the “Glacier Alley” to enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the boat.
Arrive at the Cape Horn National Park, where you will disembark, if the weather conditions are suitable, to experience the magic of walking through one of the southernmost points of the world, surrounded by charm and legends. In the afternoon, you will disembark at Wulaia Bay, a historic site of one of the largest settlements of the native Yagans canoeists. You will reach a viewpoint, walking through the Magellanic forest in which lengas, coigues, canelos and ferns grow, among other species.
Day 5: Disembark in Ushuaia
1 Breakfast
The following morning, sail into Argentine waters and dock in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Australis is scheduled to arrive at 8:30.
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- Port Charge and Park Fees are not included in cruise fare.
- Single occupancy of twin cabins is available at 1.5 times the double occupancy rate. Superior cabins are not available for single occupancy.
- Triple Option: Three guests may be accommodated in the following cabin types ONLY: A, AA, AAA, AAS or AAAS cabins with a rollaway bed. Please note that this rollaway bed is recommended for children under the age of 15, but adults may use this option according to their own discretion. An acceptance letter must be signed for all guests using the rollaway bed option.
Initial deposit is $300, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Everything was amazing! The planning with Adventure Life went smoothly. The actual trip was fantastic! One of the best trips I have experienced. The cruise staff members were knowledgeable and attentive. I will be writing more about this on the blog!
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