On a Patagonia cruise, you'll marvel at the towering fjords that define the windswept landscapes of coastal Patagonia and the legendary Tierra del Fuego at the southernmost tip of the South American continent. As you navigate the jagged stony fjords, carved by ice, from Ushuaia, Argentina to Punta Arenas, Chile, you'll see the wonders of the Straight of Magellan, like the towering snowcapped peaks of Karukinka Natural Park, Admiralty Sound, the Magdalena Channel, and Glacier Alley. Witness stunning waterfalls on hikes and get up close to the fjords in zodiacs, offering an unparalleled point of view to see penguins and seabirds. Follow in the footsteps of explorers like Darwin and Captain FitzRoy as you round Cape Horn, visiting Nassau Bay in the waters of the Drake Passage. Start planning your Patagonia fjord cruise today!

10 Top Patagonia Cruises for 2023-2024

Chonos Route

Puerto Montt to Puerto Montt
6 Days from $2,320

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.

Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

5 Days from $2,220

Sail for remote and beautiful corners of the world on this 5-day itinerary on the MV Stella Australis through southern Patagonia. Begin in Punta Arenas and make your way to Ushuaia, stopping to view glaciers, marvel at impressive ice fields, explore historical sites, and visit the unique wildlife of the region.

Incredible mountains and wildlife at the end of the world.

Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

5 Days from $2,220

A five-day trek between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas across some of the most breathtaking scenery and remote places on the planet will take you across Patagonia. Take a Zodiac tour of Condor Glacier to see some of the many Andean condors that populate the area.

Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
5 Days from $1,590

Explore Patagonia on an adventurous 5-day journey between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas through some of planet’s most incredible scenery and remote places! Discover Condor Glacier via Zodiac, and hopefully see some of the abundant Andean condors in the area.

Patagonian Fjords of Chile

Ushuaia to Valparaiso
14 Days from $5,490

Board Ocean Victory to join this 14-day cruise exploring the highlights of the Patagonian Fjords of Chile. Depart Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, to cruise around Cape Horn and through the Strait of Magellan. Sail north toward Valparaiso, and admire the stunning deep fjords of the coast along the way.

Southern Patagonia: Glaciers, Fjords & Wildlife

Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires
17 Days from $20,440

Explore the spectacular fjords and forested isles of southern Patagonia on a new expedition aboard the state-of-the-art National Geographic Endurance. Explore iconic Torres del Paine National Park to search for foxes, rheas, and guanacos in the shadow of the famous saw-toothed peaks.

Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

9 Days from $3,996

Join MV Stella Australis on a journey that retraces much of Darwin’s route through the Fuegian Archipelago. This eight-day voyage round-trip from Punta Arenas includes legendary Cape Horn, Wulaia Bay, Glacier Alley, the penguins of Magdalena and Tucker Islands, and more!

Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

5 Days from $1,590

Patagonia is like no other place on Earth, untamed and pristine land where nature has reigned unchanged for millennia. Enjoy the authentic charm of this region and observe its highlights while sailing aboard the Ventus Australis.

Sunrise in the Patagonian Andes Mountains

Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

Buenos Aires to Santiago
15 Days from $12,795

Retrace Charles Darwin’s epic voyage to the ‘edge of the world’ aboard the Ultramarine on this 15-day Essential Patagonia journey into Chile’s spectacular network of fjords and channels. Visit Cape Horn, cruise to Diego Ramírez Islands; then see spectacular Glaciers: Pia, Garibaldi, and Dainelli. Go hiking in Torres del Paine, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Beautiful view near Puerto Natales, Chile

In-Depth Antarctica & Patagonia Expedition (Southbound)

Valparaiso to Punta Arenas
22 Days from $16,837

Board MS Fram to join this 22-day exploration of the highlights of Antarctica, Patagonia, and the Chilean fjords. Depart from Valparaiso and cruise down the Chilean coast before embarking on an exploration of the ultimate wilderness that is Antarctica, the white continent.

Our 10 Favorite Small Ships for Patagonia Cruises for 2023-2024

Ship Name	Max Passengers	From	Summary
Sylvia Earle	126	$11695	New in 2021, cruise the polar regions in style on the Sylvia Earle. Designed for low-impact voyages featuring a fuel-efficient Ulstein X-Bow®, … 0
Greg Mortimer	132	$12995	With only 132 passengers on board, Greg Mortimer reimagines arctic expedition cruise for the future. Robust, robust, and designed with guests in … 0
Ultramarine	199	$12795	New in 2021, the Ultramarine is designed with an ice rating of 1A+, PC6, making it one of the most capable polar exploring vessels on the planet. … 0
National Geographic Resolution	126	$13880	New in 2021, The National Geographic Resolution is a next-generation 126-passager expedition ship purpose-built for polar exploration in comfort with … 0
Le Commandant Charcot	245	$23220	The polar explorer ship Le Commandant Charcot travels to remote regions of the Arctic and Antarctic. This expedition ship is unique because of its … 0
Ocean Victory	174	$5490	Accommodating 174 passengers as it sails along Antarctica, the Ocean Victory offers a unique adventure. Experience shore landings, excursions, … 0
National Geographic Endurance	126	$17620	National Geographic Endurance, a purpose-built cruise ship capable of year-round operations in the arctic regions, with the highest ice class rating … 0
Magellan Explorer	100	$4995	The Magellan Explorer is one of the world's newest expedition ships, specifically intended for Antarctica. The ship provides a stylish base for its … 0
L'Austral	264	$9900	The L'Austral, sister ship to the Le Boreal, is the fruit of Italian expertise and French sophistication. A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the … 0
Sea Spirit	114	$8895	Explore polar regions in style and comfort aboard the all-suite Sea Spirit. Providing spacious accommodations for a maximum of 114 passengers, the … 0