Description
This 8-night cruise, Darwin’s Route from Punta Arenas, aboard an Australis vessel, traces a breathtaking journey through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, navigating the mythical Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel. Starting and ending in Punta Arenas, the itinerary includes stops at Ainsworth Bay, Tuckers Islets, and Ushuaia, with two visits to the iconic Cape Horn (weather permitting) and Wulaia Bay’s historic Yagan sites. Guests experience close encounters with glaciers like Pía, Porter, Águila, and Cóndor via Zodiac rides and hikes through sub-Antarctic forests, alongside wildlife sightings of Magellanic penguins and sea lions at Magdalena or Marta Island (season-dependent). The flexible route, shaped by weather and ice conditions, offers immersive exploration of dramatic fjords, towering glaciers, and pristine landscapes, enriched by the raw beauty and legends of the southernmost reaches of the world.




