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Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Chile's Lake District with Adventure Life's selection of 4 small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise through the Chonos Route and explore picturesque Chiloe Island, the fishing town of Puerto Aguirre, and the majestic San Rafael Glacier. Embark on a journey along the Chilean fjords on the Sylvia Earle, where you can revel along the Beagle Channel, watch whales migrating, and discover the UNESCO heritage sites. Delve into the heart of Valparaiso on the Silver Wind cruise, enjoy spa relaxation, and savor Chile's world-renowned food and wine. Whether you choose the Northbound or Southbound In-Depth Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition aboard MS Fram, you'll have the chance to watch whales, admire the Chilean fjords, experience Torres del Paine, and see Cape Horn. With activities like wildlife viewing and small ship cruises, these adventures offer a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Chile's Lake District. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Pristine villages in small inlets
from $2,520
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Chonos Route

6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios II
  • Explore picturesque Chiloe Island
  • Explore fishing town Puerto Aguirre
  • Whale watch on the Corcovado Gulf
  • Visit San Rafael Glacier
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
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Local Market Visits
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Join the unique Skorpios II on this Chilean small ship cruise. Beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, sail over 800 miles through the magical age-old ice formations, glaciers, stunning archipelagos, channels, and small gulfs. Admire the vast island-peppered sea as you disembark to explore small towns and soak in the region's famed hot springs.
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from $9,880
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Cruise from Argentina to Chile

15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Witness Pio XI Glacier
  • Experience Angostura Kirke
  • Visit Castro's UNESCO Heritage Site
  • Discover Isla Mocha
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Ushuaia / Valparaiso
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Wine Tasting
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise on the SH Vega from Ushuaia through Patagonia's glaciers, fjords, and striking landscapes. Experience the diverse wildlife and explore coastal towns rich in history. The voyage concludes in Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for colorful houses and scenic hills, offering an unforgettable journey.
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Guanacos in Torres del Paine
from $13,595
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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Revel along the Beagle Channel
  • Tour Torres del Paine National Park
  • Watch whales migrating
  • Discover the UNESCO heritage
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
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Whale Watching, Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition through the Beagle Channel and Patagonia, starting from Ushuaia and concluding in Puerto Montt, aboard the Sylvia Earle. Discover the untamed beauty of Torres del Paine National Park, look for whales in Francisco Coloane Marine Park, the UNESCO heritage in Chiloe, and witness the breathtaking glaciers of Patagonia.
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Lighthouse of Beagle Channel, Ushuaia
from $11,020
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Observe Chilean fjords and channels
  • Garibaldi, Agostini, El Brujo
  • Explore houses of Tortel
  • Experience the wildlife encounters
  • Conclude the trip in Quemchi
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Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
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Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
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Set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a 15-day adventure into the landscapes of South America. Experience the beauty of the Chilean fjords, where channels, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and narrow passages await. Explore Puerto Williams, circumnavigate Cape Horn, and glide past the glaciers of Garibaldi, Crostini, Skua, El Brujo, and Pie XI.
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