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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords - M/V Sylvia Earle

16 days
From Ushuaia to Puerto Montt
4.5
8,653 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ushuaia

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Ushuaia to be confirmed (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Beagle Channel and Isla de Los Lobos Cruise (sea lion island)
    Landmarks
    Isla de Los Lobos
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Ushuaia to Ship

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Ship embarkation and mandatory safety briefings
    • Welcome dinner with fellow expeditioners and crew

    Optional Activities

    • Lake Escondido panoramic tour including Garibaldi Pass, Fagnano Lake, local ranch visit and Fuegian Lamb barbecue
    Landmarks
    Lake Escondido
    Garibaldi Pass
    Fagnano Lake
  3. Day 3

    Cape Horn

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Stella Maris Chapel lighthouse
    • Panoramic views at Cape Horn
    Landmarks
    Cape Horn
    Stella Maris Chapel
  4. Day 4

    Beagle Channel

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))
    Landmarks
    Beagle Channel
  5. Day 5

    Glacier Alley

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Zodiac excursion to Romanche Glacier (weather permitting)
    • Wildlife viewing including penguins and fur seals
    Landmarks
    Glacier Alley
    Holland Glacier
    Italy Glacier
    Romanche Glacier
    Spain Glacier
    Garibaldi Glacier
    Darwin Ice Field
  6. Day 6

    Francisco Coloane Marine Reserve

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Kayaking around Santa Ines Island
    • Zodiac cruising to view marine wildlife
    • Humpback whale watching
    Landmarks
    Francisco Coloane Marine Reserve
    Santa Ines Island
    Carlos III Island
  7. Day 7

    Patagonian Fjords

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Navigation through White Narrows
    Landmarks
    Montañas Fjord
    Herman Glacier
    Bernal Glacier
    Paredes Glacier
    White Narrows
    Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
  8. Day 8

    Torres del Paine National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner on return to ship)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Torres del Paine NP to be confirmed (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Hikes in Torres del Paine National Park (fitness-level options)
    • Hotel overnight with mountain and river views
    • Dinner on return to ship
    Landmarks
    Torres del Paine National Park
    Sarmiento Lake
    Laguna Amarga
    Nordenskjold Lake
    Salto Grande
    Pehoe Lake
    Kirke Narrows
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  9. Day 9

    Pído XI Glacier and Paso del Abismo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Viewing of Pído XI Glacier
    • Navigation through Paso del Abismo
    Landmarks
    Pído XI Glacier
    Southern Ice Field
    Paso del Abismo
  10. Day 9

    Navigation through Southern Ice Field to Puerto Eden

    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Navigation through fjords to Pídó XI Glacier
    • View Pídó XI Glacier up close
    • Navigate Paso del Abismo channel
    • Journey to Puerto Eden
    Landmarks
    Pídó XI Glacier
    Southern Ice Field
    Paso del Abismo
    Puerto Eden
    Francisco Coloane Marine Park
  11. Day 10

    Puerto Eden

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Puerto Eden boardwalks
    • Meet local Kawésqar people
    • Visit local handicraft markets
    Landmarks
    Puerto Eden
    Wellington Island
    Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
  12. Day 11

    Patagonian Channels to Chiloe

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Expert presentations (naturalists and expedition crew)
    • Wildlife viewing from deck

    Optional Activities

    • Library access
    • Fitness centre
    Landmarks
    Moraleda Channel
    Chonos Archipelago
    Guaitecas Archipelago
    Mentolat Volcano
    Melimoyu Volcano
    Maca Volcano
  13. Day 12

    Tic Toc Bay and Chiloe

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Tic Toc Bay by ship, Zodiac or kayak
    • Wildlife viewing in Corcovado Gulf
    • Discover UNESCO-listed timber churches in Chiloé
    Landmarks
    Tic Toc Bay
    Corcovado Gulf
    Chiloé
  14. Day 13

    Castro and Chiloé

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Captain's Cocktail Party
    • Farewell Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Option 1: Castro and Chonchi shore excursion (5 hours) with palafittes, museums, churches, handicraft market and lunch
    • Option 2: Chiloé National Park shore excursion (6.5 hours) with lakes, forest walk and lunch
    Landmarks
    Castro
    Chonchi
    Chiloé National Park
    Huillinco Lake
    Cucao Lake
  15. Day 14

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (M/V Sylvia Earle (or similar))
  16. Day 15

    Disembark at Puerto Montt

    Landmarks
    Puerto Montt

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Rating
4.5(8,653 reviews)
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within 1 day
Response rate
92%
Cancellation policy

Explore! Ship

  • Sylvia Earle
    Sylvia Earle
    Due to sail in October 2021 our new ship honours the highly accomplished marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer, Sylvia Earle. As the… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2021
    Guests
    126
    Crew
    Length
    104 m / 341 ft
    Width
    Suites
    74
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    10-12 Knots
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft

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  • Amy
    April 6th, 2026
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  • Scott
    April 2nd, 2025
    Excellent experience. The itinerary was an excellent mix of cultural experiences and breathtaking landscapes. Our...
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  • Frank
    December 12th, 2023
    Tour guides and experience were all superb. The hotel was clean and pool area was very nice. The transfers were very...
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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