Cruises and boat outings, particularly in Patagonia, are of course the best way to get up close to the icebergs and discover the fjords, rivers, lakes and wild coasts in Argentina and Chile.
There’s no shortage of possibilities, between cruises lasting several days and boat outings lasting a few hours. Here are some examples of cruises and boat outings that I offer you, knowing that many others are possible and in regions other than those presented below.
Sailing on Lake Nahuel Huapi
Departing from Puerto Pañuelo
Here’s the program for the day: Starting from Puerto Pañuelo in San Carlos de Bariloche, we sail on the most important arm of the Nahuel Huapi lake “El Blest” along 22 km, after passing the Centinela islet where the remains of the Argentine explorer Francisco Pascacio Moreno rest, called Perito Moreno.
Once in Puerto Blest, you reach Lake Frías of an indescribable green color. A great local classic, but not to be missed!
Sailing between Argentina and Chile
Crossing the lakes to Chile
Incredible route by boat and bus, the best in the region for those who have the time: We leave in the morning from Puerto Pañuelo, in Bariloche, to sail on the most important arm of Lake Nahuel Huapi “El Blest”, then, to access Lake Frías, the junction is by bus.
We cross Lake Frías to pass into Chile and continue sailing on Lake Todos los Santos. It’s possible to disembark at Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas, arriving around 9 p.m. A cruise with sumptuous natural settings.
Navigate between the glaciers of Patagonia
On the Lake Argentino
This is an extraordinary cruise! starting from Puerto Bandera in El Calafate, we sail on Lake Argentino to observe several glaciers, accessible only by the lake. We navigate on the “Brazo Norte” (“north arm”) of the lake towards the Upsala glacier.
Then, we sail to “Bahia Onelli”, from where we cross the Onelli, Agassiz and Bolados glaciers. Finally, continuing the navigation, we observe the Spegazzini glacier. During the austral summer, this cruise is a great classic but it is definitely worth doing!!!
Explore the fjords of Chilean Patagonia
Torres del Paine National Park
Unforgettable navigation on the Serrano River and the “Ultima Esperanza” fjord by Zodiac, a boat designed for a maximum of 12 people. We set off to discover a great wilderness in the southern area of the Torres del Paine National Park, to the north of the Bernardo O’Higgins National Park.
We sail on the Serrano River bordered by breathtaking landscapes, alongside rock walls, dizzying waterfalls and a colony of sea wolves, while having a privileged view of the Tyndall, Serrano and Balmaceda glaciers.
A lunch is planned at Estancia La Anita, which is completely cut off from the world, because the only way to access it’s to cross the river. After the meal, we go up the Serrano river which this time reveals superb views of the “Torres del Paine”. Day of sensations and excesses guaranteed
Cruise to Cape Horn and Beagle Channel
Ushuaia – Punta Arenas
An extraordinary cruise that lasts 5 days and 4 nights departing from Punta Arenas, or 4 days and 3 nights departing from Ushuaia. On the program: passage of the Beagle Channel and the Murray Channel, then through the Cabo de Hornos National Park (Cape Horn – UNESCO biosphere reserve), Bahía Wulaia, Günther Plüschow glacier, Magdalena Island.
There are one or two outings per day to observe the wildlife more closely (days 2 and 3 of the cruise). Meals are of course provided on board. This cruise takes us in the footsteps of the great explorers in the Strait of Magellan, and it’s possible in both directions. A preference nevertheless when leaving from Ushuaia.
Antarctica cruise
Sailing to the South Pole
Antarctica is the coldest, driest and windiest continent. 98% of its surface is covered by a layer of ice averaging 1.6 km thick. It’s also the highest continent above sea level, and since little precipitation falls except on the coasts, the interior of the continent is technically the largest desert in the world.
There’s no permanent population, and Antarctica has never had an indigenous population. Only plants and animals adapted to the cold survive there, and you can observe penguins, seals, southern right whales… mosses, lichens and many types of algae.
Embark with our partner EXPLORIS ONE for the cruise of contrasts departing from Ushuaia, this cruise is a luxury but unforgettable. Do not hesitate to consult me for a cruise in Antarctica.
Along the Pacific coast
From Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales
I offer you an unforgettable cruise in Chile of 3 days and 2 nights on the Pacific, starting from Puerto Montt, in the Northern Chilean Patagonia, to Puerto Natales, in the Southern Chilean Patagonia, or in the opposite direction.
A unique and beautiful navigation passing through numerous channels, not far from known places like the Moraleda Channel, Gulf of Penas, Messier Channel, Puerto Eden, Amalia Glacier, San Rafael Lagoon… Different ranges of service and cabins are available on board the ferry.