Australis Cruise at the End of the World Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
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120 hours
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Embark on a five-day, four-night adventurer traveling from Ushuaia (Argentina) to Punta Arenas (Chile), passing through some of the most remote and incredible places on the planet. Discover the wild beauty of Patagonia on a journey that will show you the pristine landscapes of the region, its varied fauna and fascinating human history aboard an expedition ship that brings extraordinary levels of comfort and service to the end of the world. Leaving behind the twinkling lights of Ushuaia, the vessel visits legendary sites such as Cape Horn and Wulaia Bay and then sails to the Beagle Channel. Continuing through a maze of islands we will visit various glaciers, frozen giants that guard the southern end of the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago and then enter the mythical Strait of Magellan. The last stop is Magdalena Island, noted for its bustling penguin colonies, and then dock at Punta Arenas
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours after booking, subject to availability
Infants between 0 and 3 years old have a 100% discount, sharing the bed with their parents.
Children between 4 and 12 years old have a 50% discount, sharing a cabin with an adult.
Trekking or hiking shoes are required for all passengers.
The arrival time is estimated, the ship may be delayed, without any liability by the company due to weather conditions.
Important note: we only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers over 21 years of age. Guests under 21 years of age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Shore excursions and entertainment available on board.
All meals and drinks.
Stipulated descents in zodiaks.
Bar open during defined hours (free of charge on wines, drinks and spirits)
Accommodation in SGL/ DBL cabin with private bathroom.
Tips (US $25 per person per night recommended)
Shopping in the boat shop.
Migration rates.
What To Expect
Check in in Ushuaia
Accommodations
The rate includes accommodation in SGL/DBL cabin with private bathroom.
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Ushuaia
Between 10:00 and 17:00 we will check in at the office of Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo, at Av. San Martin 409, Ushuaia – Argentina, to board at 18:00hrs. After boarding, we will meet on the fifth deck to make a welcome toast and meet the Captain and his crew. The ship will then sail to the southern end. Through the mythical Beagle Canal and the Strait of Magellan, we will enter Patagonia and the Tierra del Fuego canals.
Cape Horn - Wulaia Bay
Accommodations
The rate includes accommodation in SGL/DBL cabin with private bathroom.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Drinks included.
DINNER
Dinner
Drinks included
Cape Horn
We'll cruise the Murray Canal and Nassau Bay to Cape Horn National Park, where we will disembark if the weather conditions allow us to live the magic of walking by one of the southernmost places in the world, surrounded by charm and legends. In the afternoon We will land at Wulaia Bay, a historic site that was one of the largest settlements of the native Yámanas canoeists. We'll reach a viewpoint, walking through the forest Magellanic in which lengas, coigüos, cinnamons and ferns grow, among other species.
Pia Glacier - Porter Glacier
Accommodations
The rate includes accommodation in SGL/DBL cabin with private bathroom.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Drinks included
DINNER
Dinner
Drinks included
Chilean Patagonia
In the morning we will sail the Northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in the Pia Fjord. We will make an excursion to the viewpoint from where you can observe the the eponymous glacier, whose main language extends from the top of the mountain range to the sea. During the afternoon, we will take a sailing excursion in our Zodiac boats, without descend from them. We will advance between high rock walls to meet, at the end of them, with the imposing Porter Glacier and be able to see it face to face.
Eagle Glacier - Condor Glacier
Accommodations
The rate includes accommodation in SGL/DBL cabin with private bathroom.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Drinks included
DINNER
Dinner
Drinks included
Chilean Patagonia
In the morning we will sail along the Cockburn Canal to enter the Agostini River, where It will be possible to appreciate the glaciers that descend from the center of the Darwin Range, arriving some of them out to sea. After breakfast, we will disembark in Zodiac boats to make a gentle walk around a lagoon formed by the melting Glacier Eagle, to which we will come face to face. In the afternoon we will sail in Zodiac boats, without descending from them, to approach a privileged distance from the Glacier Condor. We will learn about glacier formation and its influence on the abrupt geography of the Fueguin canals.
Magdalena Island - Punta Arenas
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Isla Magdalena
First thing in the morning we will land on Magdalena Island, if the weather conditions allow it. On the island we will appreciate a colony of Magellanic penguins. In September and April, this excursion is replaced by a landing on Marta Island, where you can see South American sea lions from Zodiac boats. Finally we will arrive at Punta Arenas, disembarking at approximately 12:30 hours. *In September and April this excursion is replaced by Marta Island.
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Australis Cruise at the End of the World Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience in high-end surroundings.
PlymouthPete19,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish, this cruise provided a wonderful experience with great service and very comfortable surrounds. We had a very spacious cabin with a huge bed, crisp white bedding (refreshed embarrassingly frequently) trimmed in leather and wood, giving a very high end feel. A small safe was included and the nice bathroom attached contained a good shower (although once the hot water ran out in both the shower and the basin). Excursions were generally good and well organised; we particularly enjoyed the experience of landing on Cape Horn. However, we felt details of forthcoming arrangements could have been communicated a bit further in advance. We were also felt there could have been more on board to interpret the fantastic wildlife all around; there was nothing about this on the walls of the ship. Much of what we saw and enjoyed from the deck, most guests were completely unaware of. Birds seen included: Black-browed and Grey-headed Albatrosses, Magellanic Penguins, Southern Giant Petrels, Sooty Shearwaters, Rock, Imperial and Magellanic Shags, Chilean Skuas, South American Terns and Magellanic Diving Petrels. In addition, we saw some young Southern Sea Lions and three whales. We were very impressed with the impromptu tour of rarely-visited glaciers on one day when the planned landing excursion had to be cancelled due to bad weather. Staff in every role from tour guides and cabin staff to waiters were overwhelmingly friendly and helpful and good at imparting information (although we experienced one exception - a man on reception who was completely disinterested and unhelpful when we asked for some excursion information). The food was just great! Everything was of very high quality and despite the menu choices being limited, requests for changes to accommodate dietary requirements were dealt with very well. (We felt the availability of these could have been advertised more prominently). The "open bar" was excellent with a wide variety of quality beers on a help-yourself basis and an extensive cocktail menu, plus plenty of other drinks, and all against the backdrop of some stunning scenery. This was a thoroughly enjoyable trip which we'll never forget - recommended!
The Horn by boat
pierretourdumonde,
Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very nice and very friendly way to visit Cape Horn beagle canal and Magdalen Strait. Of course the good weather conditions and the horn landing played a role but the cruise is perfectly oiled, friendly and of very good level whether it be the guides or the food. Lots of fun
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