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Explore the captivating world of whale watching in Chile on Adventure Life's 11 carefully crafted tours and cruises for 2025 and 2026. 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 19 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 $2,590 to $59,513, 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
from $2,590
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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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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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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $4,439
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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, Village Visits, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
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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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
  • Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
  • Visit Cape Horn’s lighthouse
  • Witness Pío XI Glacier
  • Experience Torres del Paine
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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Patagonia and Chile's southern fjords. Experience guided hikes, kayaking, and wildlife viewing, including humpback whales and penguins, while visiting stunning locations like Torres del Paine and Cape Horn.
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Breath. Gone.
from $13,859
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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina's Staten Island

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Chilean Patagonia
  • Zodiac cruise, kayak, and hike
  • Explore Karukinka Natural Park
  • Explore Staten Island
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Santiago / Santiago
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Hiking
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Variable
On this 10-day Patagonia cruise from Puerto Natales to Ushuaia aboard National Geographic Explorer, explore Chilean Patagonia’s fjords, glaciers, and vistas. Navigate coastlines by Zodiac and kayak, glide into fjords, and hike to spot wildlife. Discover the rare beauty of Karukinka Natural Park and Isla de los Estados (Staten Island).
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $29,757
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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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from $12,995
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Magellan Discoverer Inaugural Air-Cruise

Roundtrip Punta Arenas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Discoverer
  • Start your adventure in Punta Arena
  • Enjoy Patagonia Adventures
  • Beagle Channel and Drake Passage
  • Antarctic Exploration
  • Return Flight from King George Isla
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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas
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Embark on a 10-day cruise on the Magellan Discoverer from Punta Arenas to Antarctica. Sail the Strait of Magellan, explore Glacier Alley, and cross the Drake Passage to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. Spend three days discovering fjords, icebergs, and wildlife before flying back from King George Island.
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Golden light on the iconic towers of Torres del Paine National Park
from $20,999
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Chilean Fjords & Antarctica

Santiago - Buenos Aires - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Santiago's landmarks
  • Cruise Reloncavi Sound
  • Visit Petrohue Falls
  • Visit Bruggen Glacier's expanse
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Santiago / Buenos Aires
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Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Santiago to Ushuaia aboard the Seabourn Pursuit, exploring Chile's stunning coastline, Patagonia's fjords, and the pristine wilderness of Antarctica. Highlights include volcanic landscapes, penguin colonies, and majestic glaciers.
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Blue and turquoise color ice of glacier face and reflections in calm water of Drygalski Fjord, South Georgia Island.
from $22,995
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South Georgia and Antarctic Fly and Sail Cruise

Puerto Natales - Port Stanley - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MV Polar Athena
  • See King Penguins
  • Visit Grytviken Cemetery
  • Walk Salisbury Plain
  • Explore Antarctic Peninsula
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Puerto Natales / Falkland Islands
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Experience a 16-day expedition aboard Admiralty Dream from Puerto Natales to Port Stanley. Fly to King George Island, navigate the Antarctic Peninsula, cross the Scotia Sea, explore South Georgia’s wildlife sites, and finish in the Falkland Islands. Daily outings, landings, and guided activities offer access to remote Antarctic environments.
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Go sightseeing for whales.
from $3,051
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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis
  • Learn about the great navigators
  • Zodiac to Porter Glacier
  • Walk near Aguila Glacier’s lagoon
  • Learn about Magellanic penguins
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Embark on a 9-day Patagonia adventure aboard MV Ventus Australis, tracing Darwin’s historic route through the Fuegian Archipelago, round-trip from Ushuaia, to the breathtaking landscapes at the world’s end.
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