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Take a tour to the small but beautiful port town of Puerto Natales where most of Adventure Life's Torres del Paine tours start and end. Hike among towering granite spires and blue glaciated lakes for up to six days on the classic W Trek or take a Patagonia Wildlife Safari to Magdalena Island, home to over 100,000 Magellanic penguins and llama-like guanacos with the granite glacier-carved spires of the Torres as a backdrop. Or, sail along the Kaweskar route and observe a majority of the grandiose glaciers throughout Chilean Patagonia. At the end of the day, relax in a luxurious eco-lodge like Awasi, taking in panoramic views of the Torres in front of the fireplace sipping on fine Chilean wine.  Contact our trip planners to start planning your personalized trip to Puerto Natales today!
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7 Puerto Natales Small Ship Tours for 2026-2027

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Ultramarine 199 $6,495 The Ultramarine is designed with an ice rating of 1A+, PC6, making it one of the most capable polar exploring vessels on the planet. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size.
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National Geographic Resolution 138 $12,543 National Geographic Resolution is a polar expedition passenger ship (Polar Code PC5) designed for remote exploration. This 138-guest ship features a patented X-Bow® for a smoother ride, large viewing windows, and a modern Scandinavian interior ideal for polar adventures.
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National Geographic Endurance 126 $12,050 Embark on an exhilarating adventure aboard the National Geographic Endurance, a marvel of maritime engineering designed specifically for year-round expeditions into the heart of the Antarctic's icy embrace. With an impressive PC5 Category A ice class rating, the highest ever achieved by a cruise ship accommodating just 126 guests, this vessel promises unparalleled access to some of the planet's most remote and pristine environments. The ship's revolutionary sloping X-bow cuts through the choppiest of seas with remarkable grace, significantly reducing onboard movement and ensuring a smoother, more comfortable voyage. This innovative design not only enhances the journey but also boosts fuel efficiency and reduces emissions, underscoring a commitment to preserving the delicate ecosystems it explores. Experience the thrill of navigating through towering icebergs and witness the untouched splendor of the Antarctic, all while enjoying the intimate, luxurious setting of the National Geographic Endurance. This is more than a cruise -- it's a gateway to epic landscapes and an intimate encounter with the wild.
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National Geographic Explorer 148 $8,390 The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art luxury expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, for cruising polar passages while providing comfort.
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National Geographic Orion 102 $7,720 The creation of the National Geographic Orion in 2003 heralds a new breed of expedition ship: a state-of-the-art vessel which combines the latest advances in ship design and communication technology with all the style and comfort of a luxury cruise ship.
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MV Discoverer 140 $6,695 MV Discoverer is a boutique expedition vessel built for polar exploration, combining comfort with authentic expedition capability. Carrying just 140 guests, the ship offers elegant ocean-view staterooms, wellness facilities, outdoor jacuzzis, and spacious viewing decks designed for unforgettable wildlife encounters in Antarctica and the Arctic.
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MV Skorpios III 90 $2,720 MV Skorpios III was built in 1995 at the Skorpios shipyard in Chile. Her cabins and hotel infrastructure were remodeled in 2012. The ship is 70 meters long, has a 10-meter beam, and a 3.30-meter draft, displacing 1,600 tons.
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Best Puerto Natales Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2026-2027
  • Lindblad Expeditions - offers expertise fueled by diverse experiences across expedition, storytelling, and academic backgrounds. Base out of the UNESCO reserve Puerto Natales to transit the narrow sliver of water known as the Kirke Narrows-only accessible to small ships like National Geographic Resolution enroute the Chilean Fjords
  • Hurtigruten- has Chilean fjords cruises that stop in Puerto Natales, which is the base for many exciting day tours, from glacier explorations to scenic hikes in Patagonia's most popular park aboard the beautifully designed and eco-friendly ship MS Roald Amundsen with all outside view cabins. 
  • Quark Expeditions - sail the turquoise waters of the extraordinary stretch of coastline leading to the small port of Puerto Natales, meandering through a mesmerizing maze of deep, windswept fjords, narrow channels, and isolated bays, with an eye toward the rugged landscape, unique wildlife, and impressive glaciers. Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size.
  • Skorpios Cruises - departs from the Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Natales, 2,500 miles south of Santiago. The cruise includes around 15 glaciers and sails through multi-colored ice-floes on smaller expedition vessels like the MV Skorpios III

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