Travel Type
Cruise
Duration
5 Days/4 Nights
Country
Argentina
Embark on this five-day, four-night expedition from Ushuaia (Argentina) to Punta Arenas (Chile). Discover the wild beauty of Patagonia on a voyage that will show you the region’s pristine landscapes, varied wildlife and fascinating human history aboard an expedition ship that brings extraordinary levels of comfort and service to the end of the world.
Inclusions
4-night on board of the M/V Ventus Australis in the selected cabin
All meals starting from dinner on day 1 and ending with breakfast on day 5
All beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Open bar when on duty (without additional cost for wines, beverages, and liquors)
Shore excursions with English-speaking guide
Onboard entertainment
Exclusions
International flights – Port National Parks taxes – Meals other then specified – Beverages others than mentioned – Transfers to/from the port – Pre and post-cruise – Optional excursions – Gratuities – Personal expenses – Visa if required – Travel insurance
Additional Information
Note
The excursions described in the itineraries are usually possible. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Ship Operator reserves the right to alter, change or omit part of this itinerary without prior notice, whether motivated by the welfare and safety of passengers, for the proper preservation of the environment or in the event of any extraordinary circumstance, fortuitous event or force majeure. The departure or arrival of vessels may be subject to possible changes. It is not possible to guarantee bird and animal sightings, since the precise location of these is variable.
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DAY 1 USHUAIA
Between 10:00 PM and 5:00 PM, we will check-in at the office of Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo, at Av. San Martín 409, Ushuaia - Argentina, to embark at 6:00 PM.
After boarding, we will make a welcome toast and introduce the Captain and his crew.
The ship will sail to the far south immediately after. Through the mythical Beagle Channel and the Strait of Magellan, we will travel through Patagonia and the channels of Tierra del Fuego.
After boarding, we will make a welcome toast and introduce the Captain and his crew.
The ship will sail to the far south immediately after. Through the mythical Beagle Channel and the Strait of Magellan, we will travel through Patagonia and the channels of Tierra del Fuego.
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : M/V Ventus Australis for 4 nights
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DAY 2 CAPE HORN - WULAIA BAY
We will sail through the Murray Channel and Nassau Bay, arriving at Cape Horn National Park, where we will disembark, if weather conditions permit, to experience the magic of walking through one of the southernmost points of the world, surrounded by charm and legends.
In the afternoon, we will disembark at Wulaia Bay, a historic site of one of the largest settlements of the native Yagans canoeists. We will reach a viewpoint, walking through the Magellanic forest in. which lengas, coigües, canelos, and ferns grow, among other species.
In the afternoon, we will disembark at Wulaia Bay, a historic site of one of the largest settlements of the native Yagans canoeists. We will reach a viewpoint, walking through the Magellanic forest in. which lengas, coigües, canelos, and ferns grow, among other species.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 3 PIA GLACIER – PORTER GLACIER
In the morning, we will sail along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in the Pia Fjord. We will make a trip to the viewpoint from where you will see the homonymous glacier, whose main peak extends from the top of the mountain range to the sea. During the afternoon, in our Zodiac boats, we will navigate between high rocky walls until reaching the Porter Glacier.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 4 AGOSTINI SOUND – AGUILA GLACIER – CONDOR GLACIER
In the morning, we will navigate the Cockburn Channel to enter the Agostini Sound, where you can appreciate the glaciers that descend from the center of the Darwin Mountain Range, some of them reaching the sea. During the morning, we will disembark in Zodiac boats for a walk around a lagoon formed by the melting of the Aguila Glacier. In the afternoon, we will navigate in Zodiac boats to approach the Condor Glacier. We will learn about the formation of glaciers and their influence on the abrupt geography of the Fuegian channels.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 5 MAGDALENA ISLAND – PUNTA ARENAS
We will disembark at Magdalena Island first thing in the morning if weather conditions are suitable. On the island, we will be able to see a huge colony of Magellanic penguins. This excursion is replaced by a landing on Marta Island in September and April, where South American sea lions can be sighted from Zodiac boats.
Then, we will arrive in Punta Arenas, disembarking at approximately 12:30 hrs.
Then, we will arrive in Punta Arenas, disembarking at approximately 12:30 hrs.
Meals : Breakfast
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VENTUS AUSTRALIS
This expedition cruise was specially designed to access the most remote corners of the Strait of Magellan, where larger vessels cannot navigate.
Small on the outside, spacious on the inside.
Only one hundred cabins, for a maximum of 200 passengers, allow us to navigate through unique landscapes in an intimate and exclusive way. All our lounges and cabins have exterior windows, ample space and a delicate decoration.
LIFE ON BOARD
Premium gastronomy
Various breakfast, lunch and dinner options, along with a 24/7 cafeteria service, combining the best local ingredients in an international gastronomic proposal that prioritizes variety, quality and excellence.
Spaces that are welcoming
The spectacular landscapes of Patagonia that can be appreciated through panoramic windows are complemented in harmony with careful decoration and ample and cozy spaces. Everything comes together in an intimate and casual atmosphere, so that the guests can share their experiences, read a book from the library, have their favorite appetizer or simply enjoy the view.
All-inclusive
Once onboard, you will only need your wallet if you want to get yourself a souvenir from the onboard store. At Australis when they say all-inclusive, they mean ALL-INCLUSIVE. Enjoy our unlimited wine, liquor and beverage menu during lunch and dinner or at our bar, open from 10 am to midnight.
Human team
The passion of the expedition guides and the warmth and friendliness of the crew, give the voyage a unique atmosphere that stands out as one of the great hallmarks of the Australis Experience. The passengers often say goodbye, heartfeltly thanking the professionalism of all our team on board, who made them feel at home.
Onboard lectures
The guides will pass on their knowledge of glaciology, flora and fauna, geography, history, and the evolution of the landscapes we travel through. Daily, they will share this knowledge with our passengers on board through thematic lectures that complement and deepen what is discovered and experienced during the expeditions.
Enjoy the off-line mode
Deep in Patagonia, between fjords and glaciers, connectivity disappears and the digital detox begins. Far from civilization, the most unspoiled landscapes of the planet invite you to take your eyes off your phones, replace screens with windows, and discover the colors and contrasts of nature without a filter.
Australis – Patagonian explorer – Detailed itinerary
Australis – Patagonian explorer – Detailed itinerary
