A stylish expedition vessel sailing the fjords and channels of Southern Patagonia in comfort.
Stella Australis, meaning Southern Star, is a purpose built expedition cruise ship crafted to explore the fjords and channels of Southern Patagonia. Launched in 2010, she features 100 outward facing cabins and welcomes up to 210 guests, offering a spacious yet sociable atmosphere as you navigate some of the most remote waterways in Chile. Her design is perfectly suited to sailing routes through the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle Channel, bringing you closer to glaciers, forested islands and dramatic mountain scenery.
Life on board strikes a careful balance between comfort and exploration. Cabins are elegantly styled with large picture windows that frame Patagonia’s ever changing landscapes, while inviting lounges and refined dining areas provide relaxed spaces to unwind. Fresh regional cuisine and Chilean wines are served against a backdrop of glacier lined horizons, enhancing the sense of place throughout your journey.
Daily shore landings and Zodiac excursions, led by expert expedition guides, allow for deeper exploration of this remarkable region. Whether you are stepping ashore to walk through sub Antarctic forest or cruising past towering walls of ice, each experience complements the time spent on board. Stella Australis pairs seamlessly with a wider Patagonia holiday, including time in Torres del Paine or other highlights of Chile and Argentina, creating a rewarding and well paced journey through the southernmost reaches of Latin America.
