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Skorpios

Patagonia's Southern Icefields

An 11-day cruise holiday to visit Santiago de Chile and Sail through the tangled channels and fjords of the Magallanes region towards the Southern Patagonian Ice Field Glaciers to explore the unique virgin landscapes.

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Patagonia's Southern Icefields

Navigate the Almirante Montt Gulf to arrive at Caleta Juarez, where a colony of elephant seals await.

El Brujo Glacier Skorpios
Patagonia's Southern Icefields

Explore El Brujo (the Warlock) glacier.

Discover the beauty of Southern Patagonia across Chile

Explore the unique virgin landscapes of the southern ice field. The perfect itinerary for those wanting to embark on an exciting adventure to discover remote regions of Patagonia with Skorpios Cruises. After two nights enjoying the sights and culture in Santiago, fly to Punta Arenas and transfer to Puerto Natales, stopping off at a local ranch along the route.

Explore new territories of Chilean Patagonia aboard Skorpios III on the new four-night Kaweskar route. Sail through the tangled channels and fjords of the Magallanes region towards the Southern Patagonian Ice Field Glaciers to explore the unique virgin landscapes. Return to Santiago for a final night in the city, before returning home.

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Multi-stop Tour

Visit several regions in Chile

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8 Nights

Accommodation detailed in itinerary

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Excursions

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Dining
17 Meals

8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

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Flights & Transfers

Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary

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Highlights
  • Enjoy exclusive access to a completely remote and wild region
  • Navigate entirely through internal channels and fjords
  • Fantastic expedition cruise sailing from Puerto Natales, just one hour from Torres del Paine National Park
  • Discover the charms of Santiago and its different neighbourhoods
What's Included

  • International flights
  • 8 nights’ accommodation
  • 17 meals: 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Half-day tour of Santiago
  • Expedition cruise on Skorpios III, Kaweskar Route
  • Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary

Prices from £8,599 pp

Excludes:

  • Meals not indicated in your itinerary
  • Local departure taxes payable locally
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc
  • Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)
  • Camera or video fees at any sites

Quick Itinerary

Discover Patagonia
Day Description
Day 1-3 UK - Santiago View
Day 4 Puerto Natales View
Day 5 Expedition Cruise - Depart Puerto Natales View
Day 6 Expedition Cruise - Guillard glacier & Sarratea Bay View
Day 7 Expedition Cruise - Amalia glacier & El Brujo glacier View
Day 8 Expedition Cruise - Fjord of the Mountains View
Day 9-11 Santiago - UK View

Patagonia's Southern Icefields 11-day Itinerary

Days 1-3 UK - Santiago

On Day 1, you will depart the UK on your international flight to Santiago, Chile. Upon arrival, you'll spend your first two days enjoying Chile's cosmopolitan capital. Explore the city on a half-day tour and discover traditions that coexist with modern, city life.

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Santiago Walking Tour
Cable car, SantiagoVitacura Bicentennial Park, Santiago
Day 4 Puerto Natales

Today you will fly to Punta Arenas and transfer to Puerto Natales with a stop at Cerro Negro Ranch to enjoy a local meal and watch a sheep shearing and herding demonstration. Arrive in Puerto Natales and check in to your hotel for one night.  

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Day 5 Expedition Cruise - Depart Puerto Natales

After a short private transfer to the pier, you’ll check in for the cruise and board Skorpios III ahead of departure at 13:00. Enjoy lunch onboard while the ship navigates the Almirante Montt Gulf, to arrive at Caleta Juarez, where a colony of elephant seals await. 

Aerial view, Puerto NatalesPuerto Natales in Patagonia
Day 6 Expedition Cruise - Guillard glacier & Sarratea Bay

Today the ship enters the Guillard Fjord, where you’ll have the chance to disembark and hike the Guillard glacier. After lunch back onboard, take a zodiac cruise through the channels of the glacier for an up-close view and later discover Sarratea Bay. 

Guillard glacier & Sarratea BayGuillard glacier
Day 7 Expedition Cruise - Amalia glacier & El Brujo glacier

This morning brings panoramic views as the ship approaches Amalia glacier. After breakfast, disembark for a hike through the sand and rocks to a viewpoint for a spectacular view of the glacier. Later, a view of El Brujo (the Warlock) glacier and then an excursion by boat to Fernando, Capitan Constantino and Alipio glaciers. 

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Day 8 Expedition Cruise - Fjord of the Mountains

This morning hails a visit to the Fjord of the Mountains, where four glaciers descend from the Sarmiento Mountain Range to the sea. At the Bernal glacier, a hike over the frontal and lateral moraines provides the opportunity to touch the ice and watch the receding phase of a glacier. Back on board, the evening brings a farewell dinner party as the ship navigates through Almirante Montt Gulf back to Puerto Natales. 

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Days 9-11 Santiago - UK

Transfer to Santiago airport for your onward flight.

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Thank you to Sarah at Latin Routes for creating a seamless itinerary for our trip to North Argentina. Everything was thought of and well planned in advance.

Helen R
Stayed August 2024

Look no further if you are planning to go to South America. The trip to Chile was clockwork. The guides were excellent, and we felt really pampered in the beautiful hotels.

Sarah M. B
Stayed August 2024

Our bucket list trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands had been looked forward to for a very long time. We were not disappointed! The highlight of our trip, without a doubt, was our five-day eastern cruise on the beautiful yacht La Pinta.

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Stayed March 2023

This is an excellent company. I worked with Paul, who was very knowledgeable and patient when organising my itinerary. There is no pressure selling. Recommend them for South America trips!

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Stayed March 2024