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Australis Patagonia Explorers: expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas<\/h2>\n

Embark on an Australis expedition cruise<\/strong> through the southernmost fjords and channels of Tierra del Fuego, departing from Ushuaia, Argentina<\/strong>, and arriving in Punta Arenas, Chile<\/strong>. The operator currently markets the direction of this route as Patagonia Explorers (Exploradores de la Patagonia)<\/strong>, a five-day, four-night all-inclusive voyage featuring guided Zodiac and shore excursions.<\/p>\n

Day 1 \u2013 Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel<\/h3>\n

Check in in Ushuaia and board the expedition vessel at the time confirmed for your sailing. The original itinerary describes evening embarkation around 6 p.m., a welcome toast and an introduction to the captain and crew. The ship sets sail through the legendary Beagle Channel towards the remote channels of Patagonia.<\/p>\n

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Day 2 \u2013 Cape Horn and Wulaia Bay<\/h3>\n

Travel through the Murray Channel and Nassau Bay towards Cape Horn National Park<\/strong>, where landing is possible when sea and weather conditions permit. Cape Horn was a strategic landmark for sailors travelling between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.<\/p>\n

Later, visit Wulaia Bay<\/strong>, an important historical settlement area for the Y\u00e1mana canoe people. Charles Darwin visited the bay in 1833 aboard HMS Beagle. Walk through Magellanic forest to a panoramic viewpoint.<\/p>\n

Day 3 \u2013 P\u00eda and Porter glaciers<\/h3>\n

Continue exploring the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel and the glacial landscapes of the P\u00eda and Porter glacier area<\/strong>. Guided walks, glacier viewpoints and Zodiac experiences follow the operator’s current route and are subject to local conditions. The original Turismo en Ushuaia description also referred to an excursion at Garibaldi Fjord; confirm the exact glacier stops assigned to your sailing with Australis.<\/p>\n

\"Glacier<\/figure>\n

Day 4 \u2013 Agostini Sound, \u00c1guila Glacier and C\u00f3ndor Glacier<\/h3>\n

Navigate the Cockburn Channel towards Agostini Sound<\/strong>, where glaciers descend from the Darwin mountain range. Weather permitting, excursions may include gentle walks near a glacial lagoon at \u00c1guila Glacier and Zodiac navigation towards C\u00f3ndor Glacier, learning about the region’s glacial geology.<\/p>\n

Day 5 \u2013 Magdalena Island and Punta Arenas<\/h3>\n

Depending on conditions and the sailing date, stop at Magdalena Island<\/strong> to observe the Magellanic penguin colony, before arriving in Punta Arenas<\/strong>. In September and April, the operator may substitute Marta Island, where sea lions can be observed from the Zodiacs. Landings are always subject to the captain’s safety assessment.<\/p>\n

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Rates, departures and booking<\/h3>\n

The voyage is advertised as five days and four nights, all inclusive<\/strong>. Fares vary by departure and cabin category, so no fixed price is listed on this page. Check the official Australis itinerary<\/a> for current 2026\u20132027 departure dates, cabin prices, included services and booking requirements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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