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Explore the captivating world of whale watching in Chile on Adventure Life's 25 carefully crafted tours and cruises for 2026 and 2027. Each itinerary offers an immersive experience in the natural beauty of Chile, providing a unique insight into the whales and other wildlife that thrive in the waters off the Chilean coast. Over 6 to 25 days, embark on a journey to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat, while also enjoying the opportunity to explore picturesque destinations like Chiloe Island and Puerto Aguirre. With whale watching, wildlife viewing, and village visits, there are activities for everyone. Starting at $2,720 to $152,575, come and experience the magic of Chile's diverse marine life. To embark on a seamless trip that unveils the beauty of Chile's coastline, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next whale watching adventure.
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Pristine villages in small inlets
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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - 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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Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard MV Skorpios II, beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, and 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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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • See Kent Island rainforest
  • Walk Caleta Tortel pathways
  • View Pío XI Glacier
  • Discover Madre de Dios
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Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia
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Embark on 11-day voyage from Puerto Montt, Chile to Ushuaia, Argentina aboard Magellan Explorer. Explore the Chonos Archipelago, Caleta Tortel, Pío XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Las Montañas Channel, Torres del Paine, Beagle Channel, and Yendegaia National Park. Discover glaciers, fjords, forests, wildlife, and remote landscapes of Patagonia.
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
from $5,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer
  • Explore Torres del Paine
  • Encounter Pio XI Glacier
  • Navigate Beagle Channel
  • Discover Caleta Tortel
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
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Explore 11 days from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard Magellan Explorer through Chilean Patagonia. Navigate the Beagle Channel, Darwin Range, Strait of Magellan, and Glacier Alley. Visit Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Caleta Tortel, and the Chonos Archipelago on an expedition rich in wildlife, fjords, and culture.
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Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
from $6,995
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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Explore Kent Island ecosystems
  • Walk Caleta Tortel boardwalks
  • Observe Pío XI Glacier
  • Visit Torres del Paine
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Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia
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Experience an 11-day cruise from Puerto Montt, Chile, to Ushuaia, Argentina aboard Magellan Discoverer. Explore glaciers, fjords, temperate rainforests, and national parks. Encounter remote islands, coastal villages, and wildlife while navigating channels and straits of southern Chile and Tierra del Fuego.
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Guanacos in Torres del Paine Park
from $14,061
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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore Isla de los Estados
  • Venture into wildlife reserves
  • Take advantage of superb photo ops
  • Zodiac cruise, kayak, and hike
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience the iconic wilderness of Patagonia’s saw-toothed peaks, cerulean glaciers, and soaring fjords over 10 days of exploration. Discover Chilean Patagonia’s highlights including the stunning Beagle Channel and famous Cape Horn. Hike, kayak, and Zodiac cruise wild fjords, and explore wildlife reserves not easily accessible to the public.
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Incredible mountains and wildlife at the end of the world.
from $20,390
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Chilean Fjords & The Glaciers of The Beagle Channel

Buenos Aires - Valparaiso - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Navigate Cape Horn to spot penguins
  • Visit Punta Arenas Magdalena Island
  • View Strait of Magellan glaciers
  • Admire Puerto Eden Mapuche culture
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Buenos Aires / Valparaiso
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Village Visits
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Join a 14-day cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II from Ushuaia to Valparaiso, exploring Patagonia's fjords and glaciers. Experience indigenous cultures, local wildlife, and guided excursions while enjoying active exploration and relaxation.
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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $5,519
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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis
  • Explore Cape Horn cliffs
  • Witness Pia Glacier calving
  • Visit Ainsworth Bay wildlife
  • Spot penguins on Magdalena
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Sail through Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise. Visit Cape Horn, explore majestic glaciers, hike through pristine forests, and witness penguins and diverse wildlife aboard the Stella Australis.
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Paine River and Salto Grande waterfall
from $16,195
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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Castro's colorful palafittes
  • Explore Chiloe National Park forest
  • View the advancing Pio XI Glacier
  • Hike Torres del Paine's trails
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Puerto Montt / Ushuaia
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Local Market Visits
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Experience a 15-day cruise through southern Chile's fjords aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the Beagle Channel and the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia. Enjoy Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewings, and two days of hiking in the stunning Torres del Paine National Park.
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Valparaiso, Chile
from $6,695
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Chile & Peru: Voyage Through the Humboldt Current

Valparaiso to Lima - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore Atacama Desert
  • Discover Ancient Arica
  • Visit Historic Arequipa
  • Experience Coastal Paracas
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Valparaiso / Callao
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars, Spa Relaxation
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Travel from Valparaiso, Chile, to Lima, Peru, on a 10-day expedition aboard MV Discoverer. Visit Isla Pan de Azucar, the Atacama Desert, Arica, Arequipa, and Paracas while exploring coastal landscapes, archaeological sites, wildlife habitats, and cultural landmarks. Enjoy time at sea along the Pacific coast between guided excursions.
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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $36,157
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Ushuaia to Puerto Natales - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Chilean fjords glacier sailing
  • Torres del Paine discovery
  • Francisco Coloane whale watching
  • Kayak near Antarctica’s landscapes
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Santiago / Santiago
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Kayaking
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Explore Antarctica and southern Chile on an 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s icy wilderness. Navigate through towering glaciers, remote fjords, and protected marine parks. Experience exploration through narrow channels inaccessible to larger vessels.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $22,317
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

Northbound - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Seek iconic animals of Antarctica
  • Marvel at magnificent icebergs
  • Hike Torres del Paine National Park
  • Explore Francisco Coloane Marine
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The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago / Puerto Natales
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Explore mythical landscapes in Patagonia and Antarctica. Spend 18 days observing unique wildlife, saw-toothed mountains, deep fjords, and vivid blue glaciers onboard the National Geographic Explorer. Observe breaching humpback whales and penguin colonies. 
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Blue ice of Antarctica
from $13,495
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Antarctica: Fly the Drake Passage

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Observe South Shetland Islands
  • Visit Chilean Patagonia ranch
  • Explore King George Island
  • View Antarctic wildlife encounter
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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9-day expedition from Punta Arenas aboard Ocean Nova. Journey includes flight to King George Island, Antarctic Peninsula exploration via Zodiac and shore landings, visits to the South Shetland Islands, and a return via Punta Arenas with a Patagonia excursion before departure.
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