Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

14 nights - 27 Mar 2026

Sylvia Earle | South America

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Itinerary

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Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia, where you will be met by a representative of Aurora Expeditions and transferred with your fellowexpeditioners to your assigned pre-voyage hotel. If you are already in Ushuaia, we ask you to make your way to yourhotel. Check-in is from 3.00 pm. This afternoon, visi... Read More

Day 1

27 March 2026

Ushuaia

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Day 2

28 March 2026

Ushuaia

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Day 3

29 March 2026

Cape Horn

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Day 4

30 March 2026

Glacier Alley

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Day 5

31 March 2026

Glacier Alley

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Day 6

01 April 2026

Francisco Coloane Marine Park

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Day 7

02 April 2026

Chilean Fjords

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Day 8

03 April 2026

Puerto Natales

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Day 9

04 April 2026

Puerto Natales

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Day 10

05 April 2026

Puerto Edén

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Day 11

06 April 2026

Puerto Edén

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Day 12

07 April 2026

Chilean Fjords

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Day 13

08 April 2026

Corcovado National Park

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Day 14

09 April 2026

Castro

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Day 15

10 April 2026

Puerto Montt

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Ushuaia

This morning, enjoy breakfast and check-out. Please ensure your cabin luggage is fitted with cabin tags clearlylabelled with your name and cabin number. By 11.00 am take your cabin luggage to hotel reception, prior to, or atcheck-out. Your luggage will be stored and transferred dire... Read More

Glacier Alley

Chilean Fjords

Puerto Natales

Puerto Edén

Corcovado National Park

Castro

27 March 2026

Ushuaia

28 March 2026

Ushuaia

29 March 2026

Cape Horn

Located on Hornos Island in the Tierra del Fuego archipelago lies Cape Horn, near the southernmostpoint in South America. Until the opening of the Panama Canal in 1914, ships had to sail round CapeHorn to travel between the east and west coast of South America—a hazardous endeavour due to thestrong winds and current, large powerful waves and occasional icebergs. These days, Cape Horn attractsadventurous travellers—mostly from expedition cruise ships, who go ashore and hike to the landmarklighthouse known as ‘Stella Maris Chapel.’ At the top of the hill, you can enjoy panoramic views of wherethe Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet and feel...

30 March 2026

Glacier Alley

As we re-enter the Beagle Channel, an important waterway that allowed ships to avoid the notoriouslyrough waters around Cape Horn, we follow the route that a young Charles Darwin took on board thefamous HMS Beagle back in 1831, a five-year expedition that forever changed his life and which led himto develop his seminal theory of evolution.Sailing west past Ushuaia, you travel through a dazzling stretch of the 240-kilometre (150 mile) longBeagle Channel called Glacier Alley or ‘Avenue of the Glaciers’ as it’s more elegantly known. You willmarvel at this string of tidewater glaciers pushing down to the edge of the sea from the enormousDa...

31 March 2026

Glacier Alley

01 April 2026

Francisco Coloane Marine Park

Established in 2003 as Chile’s first marine reserve, Francisco Coloane was the first known feeding groundfor humpback whales along the Pacific coast of South America. The park honours Francisco Coloane, acelebrated Chilean author who wrote many stories of ocean adventures about Patagonia and Antarctica.Coloane was himself an adventurer, explorer and son of a whaler. Around the southern area of SantaInes Island, surrounded by spectacular views including the tidewater glacier pushing down the ruggedmountainous island, we spend time kayaking and Zodiac cruising, getting a close look at Magellanicpenguins, imperial cormorants, flightless st...

02 April 2026

Chilean Fjords

As we venture north, we enter one of the many channels and fjords of Patagonian Chile. Be prepared toexperience wild weather. The fjords and islands of Chilean Patagonia take the brunt of the prevailingwesterlies that blow across the southern seas, and here, the wind can blow almost constantly, and rainand snow can fall all year round. We may sail through Montañas Fjord, a long fjord flanked by ruggedmountains and a number of glaciers including Herman, Bernal, and Paredes.At low tide this evening, we cross the White Narrows – a narrow channel of water approximately 80metres wide. Find a spot on one of our many observation areas and appr...

03 April 2026

Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park, world-renowned for its granite towers,which give the park its name. These gigantic spires were carved by glacial ice and upon entering thepark, you will see a series of lakes with intense colours, mountains covered in ice, and an array of localfauna. In Patagonia, you will feel the immensity of nature and delight in feeling completely insignificantin its presence. The jaw-dropping landscapes of turquoise waters, glaciers and towering granite horns ofthe Torres del Paine National Park is a humbling experience.You will have two days to experience the wonders of Torres del Paine National Park on various hikessuited to your fitness level. You will pass several estancias (ranches) en route to the national park, andyou will witness the landscape change from a steppe eco-region to deciduous forest. Along the way,pause amongst the mountains to admire views of the lakes called Amarga, Sarmiento, and Nordenskjold,and Salto Grande. You may be able to see some of the local fauna, including many species of birdsincluding the majestic condor. Look out for foxes, huemul (Andean deer) and guanacos, which are wildcamelids related to the llama. The reclusive difficult-to-spot puma has also been seen inside the nationalpark where authorities are happy to report a healthy growing population.We spend the night at a comfortable hotel located just outside of the national park offering superbmountain and river views. Here you will enjoy local cuisine and Chilean wine and hear about the varioushiking options available to you and suited to your individual interests and fitness level. On the afternoonof your second day in Torres del Paine National Park, you will be transported back to the vessel in timefor dinner, swapping stories on the drive back, of your exploration of the park.Later this evening, enjoy the crossing of the Kirke Narrows. From the observation areas, it’s an idealopportunity to watch the scenery unfold as you sail through this beautiful channel. Enjoy informativeand entertaining presentations from our hand-selected expedition team, who will bring to life thenatural environment, wildlife, culture and history of the places you’ll be experiencing.You can choose from one of the following three itineraries to suit your fitness levels: Easy, Medium, andDifficultDay One in Torres del Paine National ParkEasy option- minimal walking required with visits to the national park’s most impressive lookouts,shorter daysHighlights include:Sarmiento Lake viewpointLaguna Amarga lookoutNordenskjold Lake lookoutSalto Grande lookoutLunch at Pehoe LakeEnd the day at Villa Serrano to check-in to your hotel for the eveningMedium option – easy treks of up to 14 km (8.7 mi) per dayLazo-Weber trek, stopping for lunch during the trek. The trek is not difficult but it is long in distance. Werecommend walking poles for this trek.End the day at Villa Serrano to check-in to your hotel for the eveningDifficult option – longer and more challenging treks of up to 22 km (13.7 mi) per dayHighlights include:Fauna Trail from Sarmiento to AmargaSalto Grande + Mirador CuernosLunch at Pehoe LakeCóndor lookoutEnd the day at Villa Serrano to check-in to your hotel for the eveningToday’s itinerary consists of three short treks, which combined makes for a long, challenging andrewarding day.Accommodation: Hotel Rio Serrano (or similar)Day Two in Torres del Paine National ParkEasy optionDepart from Villa Serrano. Visit Cascada del Río Paine and Laguna Azul. Stop at Cerro Castillo on ourdrive back to Puerto Natales to rejoin the ship.Medium optionToday’s itinerary consists of two short treks of up to 6 km (3.7 mi) each.Highlights include:Salto Grande + Mirador CuernosNordenskjold Lake lookoutFauna Trail from Sarmiento to AmargaLaguna Amarga lookoutDrive back to Puerto Natales to rejoin the shipDifficult optionLas Torres Base trek - up to 20 km (12.5 mi)You will explore the Ascencio Valley, walking through a beautiful Lenga forest and getting up close to theastounding Torres del Paine viewpoint. Throughout the trek you will walk through forests, along streamsand across glacier moraines.Drive back to Puerto Natales to rejoin the ship.

04 April 2026

Puerto Natales

05 April 2026

Puerto Edén

This afternoon, a maze of fjords ultimately leads us to the entrance of Pío XI, named in honour of PopePius XI by Father Alberto de Agostini, an Italian missionary and explorer, who in 1931 was the firstperson to cross the Southern Ice Field. Of the 48 glaciers in the Southern Ice Field, nearly all areretreating, except Pío XI. Scientists have not been able to explain exactly why it has advanced so far andso fast over the past 80 years. In any case, Pío XI Glacier is an anomaly in a world where nearly allglaciers are retreating and being able to see it up close is a privilege. We head to Puerto Eden on ourjourney northwards, navigating...

06 April 2026

Puerto Edén

07 April 2026

Chilean Fjords

Leaving Puerto Eden behind, we re-enter the channels for a few days navigating our way throughPatagonia’s maze of fjords towards Chiloé. Our team of experts will continue to deliver informative andentertaining presentations in the lecture theatre or, you may choose to enjoy a book from our library orstay active in the fitness centre.Spend time on the decks to scan for whales, dolphins and seabirds, while admiring the beautifullandscapes of the maze of channels and islands around. We will be sailing along part of the 145 km / 90-mile long Moraleda Channel, which separates the mainland from the huge archipelagos of Chonos andGuaitecas. T...

08 April 2026

Corcovado National Park

Spend the morning exploring the delightful and impressive coastline of Tic Toc Bay – either ship cruisingor perhaps by Zodiac and kayak. This whole area has been recently recognised as one of the few marineparks of Chile famous not only for the seasonal presence of blue whales but also for the rich array ofother cetaceans, marine mammals, and seabirds. In the Corcovado Gulf, you will enjoy spotting a goodvariety of seabirds including black-browed albatross, southern giant petrel, southern fulmar and long-distant migrants such as the migratory Arctic skua.Continue to keep watch for whales in the Corcovado Gulf as we sail into Chiloé, an...

09 April 2026

Castro

Continue to Castro, the charming capital of Chiloé region. Here you have a choice of one of thefollowing two shore excursion options.Option 1 - Castro and Chonchi (5 hours)Discover the main attractions of Castro town including palafittes (houses on stilts), museums, churchesand the handicraft market. You will then visit the beautiful renowned churches of the area recognisedby UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Continue to Chonchi, nicknamed the “city of three floors” for itsterraces, with important sites such as the Museum of Traditions, Accordion Museum and its attractivewaterfront. For lunch, savour the taste of the region’s fresh produ...

10 April 2026

Puerto Montt

Our voyage ends In Puerto Montt. Farewell your expedition team and fellow adventurers beforetransferring to the airport for your onward travels.Note: At the conclusion of the voyage, we do not recommend booking flights departing Puerto Monttprior to 11.00 am on the day of disembarkation in case there are delays.

*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.

What's Included with
AE Expeditions

From the start, AE Expeditions was destined to be different. Our passion for adventure, exploring wild places and sharing the experience with friends burns just as brightly as it did 30 years ago, as does our preference for small-group, personal expeditions.

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Dining

One of the most important parts of any expedition is the food! Whatever adventures the day holds, you will be fuelled-up with hearty meals and delicious morning/afternoon teas cooked by our onboard chefs.

Meals are a great time to soak up the expedition camaraderie in our open seating dining area. Share stories with your fellow travellers and ask our expedition team questions that may have come up during the day.

Tea, coffee and snacks are available 24 hours a day, and our chefs offer different menu options and courses for each meal. Enjoy the range of house wine, beers and soft drinks included with dinner after a long day in the wild.

We also invite you to join your captain and expedition team for informal Captain’s Welcome and Farewell drinks, with complimentary beverages and cocktail appetisers, followed by a 3 course meal.

Excursions

Although the ship is fun, the real enjoyment comes from the many shore excursions that are available. Depending on weather conditions, it may be possible for multiple landings, taking a look at everything from rock formations and ancient ruins to cute groups of penguins. We know time is of the essence in these wild locations, so the Sylvia Earle has been designed to carry 15 Zodiacs, which means you can maximise your time on shore.

From four dedicated sea level launching platforms, transfers are quicker, safer and enable you to get closer to the action for a longer period of time. Just remember to charge your camera before you step onto the Zodiac!

Observation Points

Let's face it – you don't want windowless rooms when travelling around some of the most beautiful locations around the world. This is why the Sylvia Earle is designed with plenty of dedicated observation spaces – ideal for keen bird spotters, wildlife watchers and those wanting to watch the scenery go past.

From the indoor 180-degree lounge and outdoor 360-degree open deck, both on deck 8, to the 270-degree open sundeck on level 7, there are plenty of observation points to share around the ship!

Sauna & Spa

You are welcome to visit the wellness centre during your voyage where you can use our sauna (which we highly recommend after the polar plunge!) or book a massage (additional cost applies).

Deck 8

Observation decks
Observation lounge
Bar
Top deck restaurant
Elevator
Seating area

Deck 7

Bridge
Elevator
Gym
Wellness Centre / Sauna
Bar
Swimming pool & sun deck
Jacuzzis
Junior Suite
Aurora stateroom Superior
Observation decks

Deck 6

Upper glass atrium lounge
Library
Elevator
Balcony stateroom (A,B,C)
Balcony stateroom Superior

Deck 5

Lower glass Atrium lounge
Lecture room & lounge
Assembly Station
Reception
Dining room
Ship Shop
Elevator
Dining room
Bar
Citizen Science centre

Deck 4

Elevator
Captains Suite
Balcony stateroom (A,B,C)
Balcony stateroom Superior
Expedition desk
Main entrance

Deck 3

Elevator
Aurora Stateroom Superior
Activity launching platform
Zodiac Access Points
Change room / Mudroom
Medical Clinic

Sylvia Earle Cabins & Suites

Aurora Stateroom Superior

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Aurora Stateroom Superior are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.

Located on Deck 7, the Staterooms feature french balconies, floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

Cabin Inclusion

1 x mug per person
1 x drink bottle per person
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

Amenities

Twin or king bed
Private En-suite
Porthole window
Desk area
Closet space
Sofa bed (can sleep 3rd passenger in select cabins)
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Balcony Stateroom Superior

With a bit more room to stretch the legs, the Balcony Stateroom Superior cabins are perfect for polar adventurers who travel with plenty of gear.

Located on Deck 4 and 6, the Staterooms feature floor to ceiling windows, en-suite bathrooms and a comfortable desk area.

Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

Cabin Inclusion

1 x mug per person
1 x drink bottle per person
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)

Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

Amenities

Twin or double bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
42" flat-screen TV

Captain's Suite

The largest of all our rooms, the singular Captain's Suite will take you to the polar regions in ultimate style and comfort. Complete with large lounge area, balcony, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, you'll need to get in early to secure this suite.

Inclusion

1 x mug per person
1 x drink bottle per person
1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)
1 x drybag backpack per person (Costa Rica voyages only)
1 x free pair of binoculars per suite
1-hour spa treatment (per person)*
Free stocked mini bar^
1x Free bottle of champagne per suite

*Valid on 1-hour massage or facial treatment only. Further details provided on board.
^Balcony Suites and Junior Suites stocked once only, not replenished. Captain’s Suite replenished as needed.

Amenities

Twin or king bed
Private en-suite
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Private balcony
Room-controlled thermostat
Safe for storing valuables
Seperate lounge area
42" flat-screen TV