Cruise Description
3 Night Cruise sailing from Punta Arenas roundtrip aboard Via Australis.
Day 1 – Punta Arenas
Check in at 990 Magallanes St. between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Board cruise ship at 6:00 pm. After a welcome cocktail reception offered by the Captain and his crew, the ship will depart for one of the remotest parts of the earth. Our trip takes us through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel to explore one of the most breathtaking wilderness regions in the world: Southern Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego.
Day 2 – Brookes Glacier Bay – Ainsworth Bay
At dawn, we will be navigating through Almirantazgo sound, arriving at Guerrero bay, opposite to Brookes glacier. The area is a natural amphitheatre shaped by glaciers in constant movement. We will take a short walk towards one of the glaciers, enjoying the breathtaking surroundings and the view of the Darwin Mountain Range.
In the afternoon we will arrive at Ainsworth bay, within Alberto De Agostini National Park. From the distance we will see Marinelli Glacier descending from Darwin Mountain Range, and appreciate how the land comes back to life after glacial retreat. We will also take a walk to discover a beaver dam in the stunning sub-polar Magellan forest. Whether on the beach or the island, we might enjoy the view of Southern Elephant Seals, although sighting cannot be guaranteed due to colony’s unpredictable location.
Day 3 – Aguila Glacier – Condor Glacier
At dawn we will be sailing through the beautify Agostini sound, right in the heart of Darwin Mountain Range. From this area it will be possible to appreciate various glaciers that come down to the sea from the upper icefield. Early in the morning, onboard Zodiac boats, we will motor to Aguila glacier where we will take an easy walk all the way to the base of the glacier. We will experience the beauty of Patagonia’s cold rainforest and see how the power of nature molded the area’s landscape.
During the afternoon we’ll approach the impressive Condor Glacier, and get close to its front wall with our well-equiped Zodiac boats.
Day 4 – Magdalena Island – Punta Arenas
Early in the morning (and weather permitting) we will go ashore on Magdalena Island, located in the middle of the Strait of Magellan. The island used to be an essential source of supplies for navigators and explorers and is inhabited by an immense colony of Magellan Penguins that we will be able to see during our walk to the lighthouse. In September and April this excursion is replaced by a ride on Zodiac boat to Marta Island to observe South American Sea Lions.
Finally, disembarking at Punta Arenas is scheduled at 11:30 am.
NOTE: The excursions described in the itineraries can normally be carried out. Notwithstanding the above, Transportes Marítimos Terra Australis S.A., Transportes Marítimos Via Australis S.A., and Transportes Marítimos Geo Australis S.A reserve the right to reschedule, shorten, or alter all or part of the itineraries and/or excursions without previous notice, in order to safeguard the well-being and safety of passengers, preserve the environment, or due to any extraordinary circumstances, acts of god or force majeure. For the same reasons, the hours of departure or arrival of the vessels may be subject to change.
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/03 | Punta Arenas, Chile | ||
| 14/03 | Ainsworth Bay, Tucker Islet, Chile | ||
| 15/03 | Chilean Fjords | ||
| 16/03 | Isla Magdalena, Chile | ||
| 16/03 | Punta Arenas, Chile |
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.