Patagonia
Patagonia
A 15-day ship-based journey through Patagonia’s remote Chilean fjords, retracing Darwin’s route. Features exploration of Glacier Alley, two full days in Torres del Paine National Park, and included helicopter flightseeing for a unique perspective of glacial systems and dramatic peaks.
Duration: 15 days / 14 nights
Starts: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Ends: Santiago de Chile, Chile
Language: English speaking voyage
Includes a pre-expedition hotel night in Buenos Aires and private charter flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia and from Punta Arenas to Santiago
The cruise is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, offering included Flightseeing (and optional Heli-Landing) experiences.
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
The 15-day Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine expedition overcomes the challenge of Patagonia's vast scale with a ship-based journey supported by two twin-engine helicopters and 20 quick-deploy Zodiacs. Retrace Charles Darwin’s historic voyage to the “edge of the world,” navigating remote fjords and channels from the historic Cape Horn to the stunning Strait of Magellan. A key feature of this adventure is the helicopter support, offering included Flightseeing excursions above dramatic peaks and tidewater glaciers for a unique, unparalleled perspective of the landscape.
The voyage encompasses the majestic Glacier Alley in the Beagle Channel and includes two full days dedicated to exploring Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, renowned for its granite peaks and unique Patagonian wildlife. You will encounter Guanacos, Magellanic penguins, sea lions, Elephant Seals, and a variety of seabirds. Daily exploration by Zodiac, hiking, and cruising sheltered passageways allows for intimate encounters with one of the planet’s most spectacular frontiers, concluding with a transfer to Santiago, Chile.
Highlights:
Encounter iconic wildlife, such as Magellanic penguins, sea lions, Elephant Seals, and seabirds, plus Guanacos and rhea in Torres del Paine.
Experience some of the world’s most remote glacial and fjord systems, including the spectacular Glacier Alley and the towering peaks of Canal de las Montañas.
Retrace Darwin’s route through the Beagle Channel and learn about the storied history of southern Chile.
Cruise in a Zodiac for a unique perspective of glaciers, fjords and channels, including a visit to a 4,000-plus breeding Magellanic penguin colony at Tuckers Islets.
Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the landscape, included in the trip cost.
INCLUSIONS
Specialist Expedition Leaders
Our team is comprised of the most professional and passionate Expedition Leaders in the world, who bring a wide range of experience and expertise to every adventure.
Immersive Off-ship Activities
Itineraries are packed with adventure options designed to immerses travelers in the polar wilderness, enabling them to connect with the natural wonders of their surroundings.
On-Ship Experiences & Facilities
Designed for comfort and adventure, each ship accommodates no more than 200 guests. Facilities include comfortable cabins, exceptional dining options, wellness treatments, and breathtaking panoramic views of the polar landscape.
Food & Beverages
Premium dining, with a wide selection of options that accommodate a variety of dietary preferences.
Quark Expedition Perks
Complementary Wi-Fi, alcohol on all voyages, and the Official Quark Expeditions parka to take home.
Transfers
Select voyages include essential transportation and accommodation arrangements for guests, ensuring seamless travel to and from the expedition starting point.
EXCLUSIONS
International airfare & visa expenses, travel insurance, mandatory expedition gear, on-ship expenses, adventure options and trip extensions are not included.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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