Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard MV Stella Australis from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia aboard MV Stella Australis. Navigate the Strait of Magellan, Almirantazgo Sound, Cockburn Channel, and the Beagle Channel. Go ashore at Ainsworth Bay near Marinelli Glacier and walk through subantarctic forest to a beaver dam. Approach Brookes Glacier and explore Carlos III Island. Ride a Zodiac in Agostini Sound to Aguila and Condor Glaciers. Sail through Garibaldi Fjord and Glacier Alley, then hike at Pia Glacier. Land at Cape Horn National Park and Wulaia Bay. Visit Puerto Toro and Puerto Williams to learn about Yaghan heritage. Experience remote fjords, active glaciers, and isolated communities at the southern tip of South America.
Highlights
Explore Ainsworth Bay near Marinelli Glacier by Zodiac
Walk subantarctic forest trails in Almirantazgo Sound
Approach Brookes Glacier and observe active ice calving
Cruise Glacier Alley with multiple tidewater glaciers
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Arrive at Prat Pier (EPA) between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Address: Av. Costanera del Estrecho de Magallanes 1398, Punta Arenas, Chile.
Board the ship at 6:00 p.m.
Attend a welcome toast and meet the Captain and crew. The ship departs south, navigating the Strait of Magellan and heading toward the Beagle Channel. Explore the landscapes of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego as the journey begins.
At sunrise, sail through Almirantazgo Sound to approach Marinelli Glacier in Ainsworth Bay. Observe how plants and wildlife return after glacial retreat. Take a walk to explore a beaver dam and the surrounding subantarctic Magellanic forest. Continue sailing toward Brookes Glacier, an active glacier known for frequent ice calvings.
In the morning, you will sail through the Strait of Magellan to Carlos III Island, home to the Francisco Coloane Marine Park, a protected area dedicated to scientific research. This is an ideal place for humpback whale watching, and guests are invited to head out onto the outer decks in hopes of spotting these magnificent cetaceans* and enjoying a unique encounter with nature. In the afternoon, the ship will continue navigating through the Agostini Fjord, in the heart of Tierra del Fuego and the Darwin Mountain Range.
In the morning, you will sail through the Cockburn Channel into Agostini Sound, where glaciers descending from the heart of the Darwin Mountain Range can be observed. You will disembark in Zodiac boats for a gentle walk around a lagoon formed by the melting of Aguila Glacier, reaching the vicinity of the glacier to admire it in its full magnitude. In the afternoon, you will take a Zodiac navigation to approach Condor Glacier, learning about glacier formation and their influence on the dramatic geography of the Fuegian channels.
During the early morning hours, after sailing through the Ballenero Channel, the ship will enter Garibaldi Fjord. You will then continue along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to disembark at Pia Fjord. You will hike to a viewpoint overlooking the Pia Glacier, whose main ice tongue extends from the mountain range down to the sea. After this unforgettable experience, you will continue sailing among majestic glaciers forming the so-called “Glacier Alleyˮ, offering spectacular views of this unique landscape.
You will arrive at Cape Horn National Park, where you will disembark if weather conditions allow, to experience the magic of walking at one of the southernmost points on Earth, surrounded by legend and natural beauty. In the afternoon, you will disembark at Wulaia Bay, a historic site that was once one of the largest settlements of the Yamana canoe people. You will hike through the Magellanic forest, home to lenga, coigue, and canelo trees, among other species, to reach a scenic viewpoint.
In the morning, you will disembark at Puerto Toro to visit the southernmost community in the world, where only around 30 people live year-round. You will meet local residents and learn about life in this remote settlement. In the afternoon, you will explore Puerto Williams, known as the southernmost city in the world, visiting a small museum that showcases the history and heritage of the Yaghan people.
Day 8: Ushuaia, Argentina | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Arrival in Ushuaia, the most important Argentine city in Tierra del Fuego and one of the main tourist centers of the far south.
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- Port Charge and Park Fees are not included in cruise fare.
- Single occupancy of twin cabins is available at 1.5 times the double occupancy rate. Superior cabins are not available for single occupancy.
- Triple Option: Three guests may be accommodated in the following cabin types ONLY: A, AA, AAA, AAS or AAAS cabins with a rollaway bed. Please note that this rollaway bed is recommended for children under the age of 15, but adults may use this option according to their own discretion. An acceptance letter must be signed for all guests using the rollaway bed option.
Initial deposit is $300, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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