57-Day South Pacific, Antarctica, South Georgia & Falklands
Papeete, Tahiti | Anaa | Fakarava | Toau Atoll | Pitcairn Island | Ducie Island | Hangaroa, Easter Island | Hangaroa, Easter Island | Juan Fernández Island | Juan Fernández Island | San Antonio | Puerto Montt | Caleta Tortel | PIO X Glacier | More...
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Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete will be your gateway to the tropical paradise of French Polynesia, where islands fringed with gorgeous beaches and turquoise ocean await to soothe the soul. This spirited city is the capital of French Polynesia, and serves as a superb base for onward exploration of Tahiti – an is ... Papeete will be your gateway to the tropical paradise of French Polynesia, where islands fringed with gorgeous beaches and turquoise ocean await to soothe the soul. This spirited city is the capital of French Polynesia, and serves as a superb base for onward exploration of Tahiti – an island of breathtaking landscapes and oceanic vistas. Wonderful lagoons of crisp, clear water beg to be snorkelled, stunning black beaches and blowholes pay tribute to the island's volcanic heritage, and lush green mountains beckon you inland on adventures, as you explore extraordinary Tahiti. Visit to relax inside picturesque stilted huts, which stand out over shimmering water, as you settle into the intoxicating rhythm of life, in this Polynesian paradise. Read More
Anaa
Toau Atoll
Fakarava
Pitcairn Island
With a total of 56 residents on the island, Adamstown is the capital of the Pitcairn Islands and the only populated settlement, as all of the other Pitcairn Islands are uninhabited (although were populated by Polynesians in the 11th through 15th centuries). Halfway between Peru and New Zea ... With a total of 56 residents on the island, Adamstown is the capital of the Pitcairn Islands and the only populated settlement, as all of the other Pitcairn Islands are uninhabited (although were populated by Polynesians in the 11th through 15th centuries). Halfway between Peru and New Zealand, Pitcairn was the perfect hiding spot for the famed HMS Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian wives. Not only had the island been misplaced on early maps of the region, but it can also be very difficult to come ashore as large breakers tend to build up just in front of the small harbour of Bounty Bay. On shore visit the local museum that houses the HMS Bounty Bible, the historic Adamstown Church, view Fletcher Christian’s cave, or keep an eye out for the Pitcairn Reed Warbler. Read More
Ducie Island
Discovered in 1606 by a Portuguese explorer, Ducie is a small isolated atoll and is the easternmost of the Pitcairn Islands. The island’s most prominent bit of history is the 1881 wreckage of the mail ship Acadia, which ran aground on the island when the lookout mistook the island for a ... Discovered in 1606 by a Portuguese explorer, Ducie is a small isolated atoll and is the easternmost of the Pitcairn Islands. The island’s most prominent bit of history is the 1881 wreckage of the mail ship Acadia, which ran aground on the island when the lookout mistook the island for a cloud due to its white beaches. Ducie is a mere speck in the surrounding expanse of ocean, uninhabited except for the estimated 500,000 nesting seabirds that reside among the two plant species (Beach Heliotrope and at least one specimen of Pemphis) that grow over seventy percent of the island. Bird species that visitors may be able to see include Murphy's Petrels, White Terns, Great Frigate birds and Masked Boobies. Snorkelers love to visit the top of the wreck of the Acadia or in the atoll’s lagoon waters. Read More
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile is ... Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile island was annexed by Chile in 1888, and is now famous as the world’s largest ‘open air museum’ on account of the Moai, or human-like stone statues, that can be found on the island. The Moai remain very much a mystery, which archaeologists are still trying to unlock by interpreting an ancient language of the Rapa Nui, which is the key to understanding this culture, and is written on the so called ‘rongo rongo tablets’. The island owes its origin to three volcanoes which erupted some three million years ago: Poike, Rano Kau and Maunga Terevaka. It is not known when or how the island was first populated, but the most credible theory suggests that the Rapa Nui people came from other Pacific islands in the 4th century AD. In addition to the cultural and archaeological interest, there are the beautiful beaches, transparent waters, and coral reefs that might be expected of a Pacific Island. Read More
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile is ... Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile island was annexed by Chile in 1888, and is now famous as the world’s largest ‘open air museum’ on account of the Moai, or human-like stone statues, that can be found on the island. The Moai remain very much a mystery, which archaeologists are still trying to unlock by interpreting an ancient language of the Rapa Nui, which is the key to understanding this culture, and is written on the so called ‘rongo rongo tablets’. The island owes its origin to three volcanoes which erupted some three million years ago: Poike, Rano Kau and Maunga Terevaka. It is not known when or how the island was first populated, but the most credible theory suggests that the Rapa Nui people came from other Pacific islands in the 4th century AD. In addition to the cultural and archaeological interest, there are the beautiful beaches, transparent waters, and coral reefs that might be expected of a Pacific Island. Read More
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
San Antonio
Puerto Montt
For most of its history, windy Puerto Montt was the end of the line for just about everyone traveling in the Lake District. Now the Carretera Austral carries on southward, but for all intents and purposes Puerto Montt remains the region's last significant outpost, a provincial city that is ... For most of its history, windy Puerto Montt was the end of the line for just about everyone traveling in the Lake District. Now the Carretera Austral carries on southward, but for all intents and purposes Puerto Montt remains the region's last significant outpost, a provincial city that is the hub of local fishing, textile, and tourist activity.Today the city center is full of malls, condos, and office towers—it's the fastest-growing city in Chile—but away from downtown, Puerto Montt consists mainly of low clapboard houses perched above its bay, the Seno de Reloncaví. If it's a sunny day, head east to Playa Pelluco or one of the city's other beaches. If you're more interested in exploring the countryside, drive along the shore for a good view of the surrounding hills. Read More
Caleta Tortel
Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channels. To
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Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channels. Tortel is known as the “footbridge city” for the unique beauty of its wooden walkways that connect the piers and houses of this quaint place through bridges and stairs, built from cypress wood, that run for four and a half miles around the cove and that respect the rich vegetation that grows under them. Even though it is the sixth largest commune in Chile, it has the lowest population of all with roughly 531 people. The history of the town dates back to 1520 when it was inhabited by nomadic Kawesqar, now extinct. Its definitive foundation was in 1955, after numerous attempts to populate the area. In 2001, it was declared by the Chilean government as a Picturesque Zone of National Heritage.
PIO X Glacier
El Brujo Glacier
Punta Arenas
Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will ... Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will find a few populated places—like the colorful provincial city of Punta Arenas, which looks like it's about to be swept into the Strait of Magellan. Some unique wildlife, particularly colonies of elephant seals and penguins, call this breathtaking topography home. To the north is Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, the country's most magnificent natural wonder, and whose snow-covered peaks seem to rise vertically from the plains below. The vistas, such as the fantastic Avenue of the Glaciers, are breathtaking; along this stretch of the Beagle Channel, you can pass six tremendous glaciers all within a stone's throw of each other.Cruise SightsPunta Arenas. Founded a little more than 150 years ago, Punta Arenas (Sandy Point) was Chile's first permanent settlement in Patagonia. Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the central square, is surrounded by evidence of that early prosperity: buildings whose then-opulent brick exteriors recall a time when this was one of Chile's wealthiest cities. The newer houses here have colorful tin roofs, best appreciated when seen from a high vantage point such as the Mirador Cerro la Cruz. Although the city as a whole may not be particularly attractive, look for details: the pink-and-white house on a corner, the bay window full of potted plants, parking attendants wearing the regional blue and yellow colors, and schoolchildren in identical naval pea coats that remind you that the city's fate is tied to the sea.The Museo Naval y Marítimo extols Chile's high-seas prowess, particularly concerning Antarctica. Its exhibits are worth a visit for anyone with an interest in ships and sailing, merchant and military alike. Part of the second floor is designed like the interior of a ship, including a map and radio room. Pedro Montt 989. Admission charged.Housed in what was once the mansion of the powerful Braun-Menéndez family, the Museo Regional de Magallanes is an intriguing glimpse into the daily life of a wealthy provincial family at the beginning of the 20th century. Lavish Carrara marble hearths, English bath fixtures, and cordovan leather walls are among the original accoutrements. The museum also has an excellent group of displays depicting Punta Arenas's past, from the first European contact to the town's decline after the opening of the Panama Canal. The museum is half a block north of the main square. Magallanes 949. Admission charged.The resplendent 1895 Palacio Sara Braun is a national landmark and an architectural showpiece of southern Patagonia. Designed by a French architect, the house was built from materials and by craftsmen imported from Europe during the four years of construction. The city's central plaza and surrounding buildings soon followed, ushering in the region's golden era. Noteworthy are the lavish bedrooms, magnificent parquet floors, marble fireplaces, and hand-painted ceilings. Don't miss the portraits of Braun and her husband José Nogueira in the music room. Afterwards, head to the cellar for a drink or snack in the warm public tavern (a good portion of the mansion is leased to a hotel). Plaza Muñoz Gamero 716. Admission charged.Commonly referred to simply as "El Salesiano," the Museo Salesiano de Maggiorino Borgatello is operated by Italian missionaries whose order arrived in Punta Arenas in the 19th century. The Salesians, most of whom spoke no Spanish, proved to be daring explorers. Traveling throughout the region, they collected the artifacts made by indigenous tribes that are currently on display. Av. Bulnes 398. Admission charged.Isla Magdalena. Punta Arenas is the launching point for a boat trip to the Isla Magdalena to see the more than 100,000 Magellanic penguins at the Monumento Natural Los Pingúinos. A single trail, marked off by rope, is accessible to humans. The boat trip to the island, in the middle of the Estrecho de Magallanes, takes about two hours. Make sure to bring along warm clothing, even in summer; the island can be chilly, particularly if a breeze is blowing across the water.Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. Some 12 million years ago, lava flows pushed up through the thick sedimentary crust that covered the southwestern coast of South America, cooling to form a granite mass. Glaciers then swept through the region, grinding away all but the ash-gray spires that rise over the landscape of one of the world's most beautiful natural phenomena, now the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine (established in 1959). Snow formations dazzle along every turn of road, and the sunset views are spectacular.Among the 2,420-square-km (934-square-mi) park's most beautiful attractions are its lakes of turquoise, aquamarine, and emerald green waters. Another draw is its unusual wildlife. Creatures like the guanaco (a woollier version of the llama) and the ñandú (resembling a small ostrich) abound. They are used to visitors and don't seem to be bothered by the proximity of automobile traffic and the snapping of cameras. Predators, like the gray fox, make less frequent appearances. You may also spot the dramatic aerobatics of a falcon and the graceful soaring of the endangered condor. The beautiful puma is especially elusive, but sightings have become more common. Admission charged.Pingúinera de Seno Otway. The road to this penguin sanctuary begins 30 km (18 mi) north of Punta Arenas. Magellanic penguins, which live up to 20 years in the wild, return to their birthplace here every year to mate with the same partner. For about 2,000 penguin couples—no single penguins make the trip—home is this desolate and windswept land off the Otway Sound. In late September, the penguins begin to arrive from the southern coast of Brazil and the Falkland Islands. They mate and lay their eggs in early October, and brood their eggs in November. Offspring hatch between mid-November and early December. If you're lucky, you may catch sight of one of the downy gray chicks that stick their heads out of the burrows when their parents return to feed them. Otherwise you might see scores of the ungainly adult penguins waddling to the ocean from their nesting burrows. They swim for food every eight hours and dive up to 100 feet deep. The penguins depart from the sound in late March. Note that the sanctuary is a 1-km (1/2-mi) walk from the parking lot. It gets chilly, so bring a windbreaker. Admission charged.Reserva Nacional Laguna Parillar. This 47,000-acre reserve lies west of Puerto Hambre, a tranquil fishing village, and is centered around a shimmering lake in a valley flanked by hills. It's a great place for a picnic, and there are a number of well-marked paths that offer sweeping vistas over the Estrecho de Magallanes. About 2 km (1 mi) west of Puerto Hambre is a small white monolith that marks the geographical center of Chile, the midway point between Chile's northern port Arica and the South Pole.Cruise ShoppingWool may no longer be king of the economy, but vast flocks of sheep still yield a high-quality product that is woven into the clothing here. Leather products are also common, but the prices are not necessarily low. About 3 km (2 mi) north of Punta Arenas is the Zona Franca (Av. Bulnes). This duty-free zone is where people from all around the region come for low-priced electronics and other consumer items. Read More
Punta Arenas
Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will ... Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will find a few populated places—like the colorful provincial city of Punta Arenas, which looks like it's about to be swept into the Strait of Magellan. Some unique wildlife, particularly colonies of elephant seals and penguins, call this breathtaking topography home. To the north is Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, the country's most magnificent natural wonder, and whose snow-covered peaks seem to rise vertically from the plains below. The vistas, such as the fantastic Avenue of the Glaciers, are breathtaking; along this stretch of the Beagle Channel, you can pass six tremendous glaciers all within a stone's throw of each other.Cruise SightsPunta Arenas. Founded a little more than 150 years ago, Punta Arenas (Sandy Point) was Chile's first permanent settlement in Patagonia. Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the central square, is surrounded by evidence of that early prosperity: buildings whose then-opulent brick exteriors recall a time when this was one of Chile's wealthiest cities. The newer houses here have colorful tin roofs, best appreciated when seen from a high vantage point such as the Mirador Cerro la Cruz. Although the city as a whole may not be particularly attractive, look for details: the pink-and-white house on a corner, the bay window full of potted plants, parking attendants wearing the regional blue and yellow colors, and schoolchildren in identical naval pea coats that remind you that the city's fate is tied to the sea.The Museo Naval y Marítimo extols Chile's high-seas prowess, particularly concerning Antarctica. Its exhibits are worth a visit for anyone with an interest in ships and sailing, merchant and military alike. Part of the second floor is designed like the interior of a ship, including a map and radio room. Pedro Montt 989. Admission charged.Housed in what was once the mansion of the powerful Braun-Menéndez family, the Museo Regional de Magallanes is an intriguing glimpse into the daily life of a wealthy provincial family at the beginning of the 20th century. Lavish Carrara marble hearths, English bath fixtures, and cordovan leather walls are among the original accoutrements. The museum also has an excellent group of displays depicting Punta Arenas's past, from the first European contact to the town's decline after the opening of the Panama Canal. The museum is half a block north of the main square. Magallanes 949. Admission charged.The resplendent 1895 Palacio Sara Braun is a national landmark and an architectural showpiece of southern Patagonia. Designed by a French architect, the house was built from materials and by craftsmen imported from Europe during the four years of construction. The city's central plaza and surrounding buildings soon followed, ushering in the region's golden era. Noteworthy are the lavish bedrooms, magnificent parquet floors, marble fireplaces, and hand-painted ceilings. Don't miss the portraits of Braun and her husband José Nogueira in the music room. Afterwards, head to the cellar for a drink or snack in the warm public tavern (a good portion of the mansion is leased to a hotel). Plaza Muñoz Gamero 716. Admission charged.Commonly referred to simply as "El Salesiano," the Museo Salesiano de Maggiorino Borgatello is operated by Italian missionaries whose order arrived in Punta Arenas in the 19th century. The Salesians, most of whom spoke no Spanish, proved to be daring explorers. Traveling throughout the region, they collected the artifacts made by indigenous tribes that are currently on display. Av. Bulnes 398. Admission charged.Isla Magdalena. Punta Arenas is the launching point for a boat trip to the Isla Magdalena to see the more than 100,000 Magellanic penguins at the Monumento Natural Los Pingúinos. A single trail, marked off by rope, is accessible to humans. The boat trip to the island, in the middle of the Estrecho de Magallanes, takes about two hours. Make sure to bring along warm clothing, even in summer; the island can be chilly, particularly if a breeze is blowing across the water.Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. Some 12 million years ago, lava flows pushed up through the thick sedimentary crust that covered the southwestern coast of South America, cooling to form a granite mass. Glaciers then swept through the region, grinding away all but the ash-gray spires that rise over the landscape of one of the world's most beautiful natural phenomena, now the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine (established in 1959). Snow formations dazzle along every turn of road, and the sunset views are spectacular.Among the 2,420-square-km (934-square-mi) park's most beautiful attractions are its lakes of turquoise, aquamarine, and emerald green waters. Another draw is its unusual wildlife. Creatures like the guanaco (a woollier version of the llama) and the ñandú (resembling a small ostrich) abound. They are used to visitors and don't seem to be bothered by the proximity of automobile traffic and the snapping of cameras. Predators, like the gray fox, make less frequent appearances. You may also spot the dramatic aerobatics of a falcon and the graceful soaring of the endangered condor. The beautiful puma is especially elusive, but sightings have become more common. Admission charged.Pingúinera de Seno Otway. The road to this penguin sanctuary begins 30 km (18 mi) north of Punta Arenas. Magellanic penguins, which live up to 20 years in the wild, return to their birthplace here every year to mate with the same partner. For about 2,000 penguin couples—no single penguins make the trip—home is this desolate and windswept land off the Otway Sound. In late September, the penguins begin to arrive from the southern coast of Brazil and the Falkland Islands. They mate and lay their eggs in early October, and brood their eggs in November. Offspring hatch between mid-November and early December. If you're lucky, you may catch sight of one of the downy gray chicks that stick their heads out of the burrows when their parents return to feed them. Otherwise you might see scores of the ungainly adult penguins waddling to the ocean from their nesting burrows. They swim for food every eight hours and dive up to 100 feet deep. The penguins depart from the sound in late March. Note that the sanctuary is a 1-km (1/2-mi) walk from the parking lot. It gets chilly, so bring a windbreaker. Admission charged.Reserva Nacional Laguna Parillar. This 47,000-acre reserve lies west of Puerto Hambre, a tranquil fishing village, and is centered around a shimmering lake in a valley flanked by hills. It's a great place for a picnic, and there are a number of well-marked paths that offer sweeping vistas over the Estrecho de Magallanes. About 2 km (1 mi) west of Puerto Hambre is a small white monolith that marks the geographical center of Chile, the midway point between Chile's northern port Arica and the South Pole.Cruise ShoppingWool may no longer be king of the economy, but vast flocks of sheep still yield a high-quality product that is woven into the clothing here. Leather products are also common, but the prices are not necessarily low. About 3 km (2 mi) north of Punta Arenas is the Zona Franca (Av. Bulnes). This duty-free zone is where people from all around the region come for low-priced electronics and other consumer items. Read More
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Ushuaia
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking ... At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park). Read More
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Ushuaia
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking ... At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park). Read More
Buenos Aires
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll ... Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected. Read More
Papeete, Tahiti
Anaa
Toau Atoll
Fakarava
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
Pitcairn Island
Ducie Island
At Sea
At Sea
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
At Sea
San Antonio
At Sea
Puerto Montt
At Sea
Caleta Tortel
PIO X Glacier
El Brujo Glacier
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
At Sea
At Sea
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
At Sea
At Sea
Ushuaia
At Sea
At Sea
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
At Sea
At Sea
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
At Sea
At Sea
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
At Sea
Ushuaia
Buenos Aires
Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete will be your gateway to the tropical paradise of French Polynesia, where islands fringed with gorgeous beaches and turquoise ocean await to soothe the soul. This spirited city is the capital of French Polynesia, and serves as a superb base for onward exploration of Tahiti – an is ... Papeete will be your gateway to the tropical paradise of French Polynesia, where islands fringed with gorgeous beaches and turquoise ocean await to soothe the soul. This spirited city is the capital of French Polynesia, and serves as a superb base for onward exploration of Tahiti – an island of breathtaking landscapes and oceanic vistas. Wonderful lagoons of crisp, clear water beg to be snorkelled, stunning black beaches and blowholes pay tribute to the island's volcanic heritage, and lush green mountains beckon you inland on adventures, as you explore extraordinary Tahiti. Visit to relax inside picturesque stilted huts, which stand out over shimmering water, as you settle into the intoxicating rhythm of life, in this Polynesian paradise. Read More
Anaa
Anaa
Toau Atoll
Toau Atoll
Fakarava
Fakarava
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
Pitcairn Island
Pitcairn Island
With a total of 56 residents on the island, Adamstown is the capital of the Pitcairn Islands and the only populated settlement, as all of the other Pitcairn Islands are uninhabited (although were populated by Polynesians in the 11th through 15th centuries). Halfway between Peru and New Zea ... With a total of 56 residents on the island, Adamstown is the capital of the Pitcairn Islands and the only populated settlement, as all of the other Pitcairn Islands are uninhabited (although were populated by Polynesians in the 11th through 15th centuries). Halfway between Peru and New Zealand, Pitcairn was the perfect hiding spot for the famed HMS Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian wives. Not only had the island been misplaced on early maps of the region, but it can also be very difficult to come ashore as large breakers tend to build up just in front of the small harbour of Bounty Bay. On shore visit the local museum that houses the HMS Bounty Bible, the historic Adamstown Church, view Fletcher Christian’s cave, or keep an eye out for the Pitcairn Reed Warbler. Read More
Ducie Island
Ducie Island
Discovered in 1606 by a Portuguese explorer, Ducie is a small isolated atoll and is the easternmost of the Pitcairn Islands. The island’s most prominent bit of history is the 1881 wreckage of the mail ship Acadia, which ran aground on the island when the lookout mistook the island for a ... Discovered in 1606 by a Portuguese explorer, Ducie is a small isolated atoll and is the easternmost of the Pitcairn Islands. The island’s most prominent bit of history is the 1881 wreckage of the mail ship Acadia, which ran aground on the island when the lookout mistook the island for a cloud due to its white beaches. Ducie is a mere speck in the surrounding expanse of ocean, uninhabited except for the estimated 500,000 nesting seabirds that reside among the two plant species (Beach Heliotrope and at least one specimen of Pemphis) that grow over seventy percent of the island. Bird species that visitors may be able to see include Murphy's Petrels, White Terns, Great Frigate birds and Masked Boobies. Snorkelers love to visit the top of the wreck of the Acadia or in the atoll’s lagoon waters. Read More
At Sea
At Sea
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile is ... Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile island was annexed by Chile in 1888, and is now famous as the world’s largest ‘open air museum’ on account of the Moai, or human-like stone statues, that can be found on the island. The Moai remain very much a mystery, which archaeologists are still trying to unlock by interpreting an ancient language of the Rapa Nui, which is the key to understanding this culture, and is written on the so called ‘rongo rongo tablets’. The island owes its origin to three volcanoes which erupted some three million years ago: Poike, Rano Kau and Maunga Terevaka. It is not known when or how the island was first populated, but the most credible theory suggests that the Rapa Nui people came from other Pacific islands in the 4th century AD. In addition to the cultural and archaeological interest, there are the beautiful beaches, transparent waters, and coral reefs that might be expected of a Pacific Island. Read More
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile is ... Discovered (by the Western world) on Easter Sunday, 1722, Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most isolated places on the face of the Earth, some 2,300 miles from the Chilean mainland. Although more Polynesian than South American in character, the 64-square mile island was annexed by Chile in 1888, and is now famous as the world’s largest ‘open air museum’ on account of the Moai, or human-like stone statues, that can be found on the island. The Moai remain very much a mystery, which archaeologists are still trying to unlock by interpreting an ancient language of the Rapa Nui, which is the key to understanding this culture, and is written on the so called ‘rongo rongo tablets’. The island owes its origin to three volcanoes which erupted some three million years ago: Poike, Rano Kau and Maunga Terevaka. It is not known when or how the island was first populated, but the most credible theory suggests that the Rapa Nui people came from other Pacific islands in the 4th century AD. In addition to the cultural and archaeological interest, there are the beautiful beaches, transparent waters, and coral reefs that might be expected of a Pacific Island. Read More
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
At Sea
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
At Sea
San Antonio
San Antonio
At Sea
Puerto Montt
Puerto Montt
For most of its history, windy Puerto Montt was the end of the line for just about everyone traveling in the Lake District. Now the Carretera Austral carries on southward, but for all intents and purposes Puerto Montt remains the region's last significant outpost, a provincial city that is ... For most of its history, windy Puerto Montt was the end of the line for just about everyone traveling in the Lake District. Now the Carretera Austral carries on southward, but for all intents and purposes Puerto Montt remains the region's last significant outpost, a provincial city that is the hub of local fishing, textile, and tourist activity.Today the city center is full of malls, condos, and office towers—it's the fastest-growing city in Chile—but away from downtown, Puerto Montt consists mainly of low clapboard houses perched above its bay, the Seno de Reloncaví. If it's a sunny day, head east to Playa Pelluco or one of the city's other beaches. If you're more interested in exploring the countryside, drive along the shore for a good view of the surrounding hills. Read More
At Sea
Caleta Tortel
Caleta Tortel
Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channels. To
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Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channels. Tortel is known as the “footbridge city” for the unique beauty of its wooden walkways that connect the piers and houses of this quaint place through bridges and stairs, built from cypress wood, that run for four and a half miles around the cove and that respect the rich vegetation that grows under them. Even though it is the sixth largest commune in Chile, it has the lowest population of all with roughly 531 people. The history of the town dates back to 1520 when it was inhabited by nomadic Kawesqar, now extinct. Its definitive foundation was in 1955, after numerous attempts to populate the area. In 2001, it was declared by the Chilean government as a Picturesque Zone of National Heritage.
PIO X Glacier
PIO X Glacier
El Brujo Glacier
El Brujo Glacier
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will ... Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will find a few populated places—like the colorful provincial city of Punta Arenas, which looks like it's about to be swept into the Strait of Magellan. Some unique wildlife, particularly colonies of elephant seals and penguins, call this breathtaking topography home. To the north is Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, the country's most magnificent natural wonder, and whose snow-covered peaks seem to rise vertically from the plains below. The vistas, such as the fantastic Avenue of the Glaciers, are breathtaking; along this stretch of the Beagle Channel, you can pass six tremendous glaciers all within a stone's throw of each other.Cruise SightsPunta Arenas. Founded a little more than 150 years ago, Punta Arenas (Sandy Point) was Chile's first permanent settlement in Patagonia. Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the central square, is surrounded by evidence of that early prosperity: buildings whose then-opulent brick exteriors recall a time when this was one of Chile's wealthiest cities. The newer houses here have colorful tin roofs, best appreciated when seen from a high vantage point such as the Mirador Cerro la Cruz. Although the city as a whole may not be particularly attractive, look for details: the pink-and-white house on a corner, the bay window full of potted plants, parking attendants wearing the regional blue and yellow colors, and schoolchildren in identical naval pea coats that remind you that the city's fate is tied to the sea.The Museo Naval y Marítimo extols Chile's high-seas prowess, particularly concerning Antarctica. Its exhibits are worth a visit for anyone with an interest in ships and sailing, merchant and military alike. Part of the second floor is designed like the interior of a ship, including a map and radio room. Pedro Montt 989. Admission charged.Housed in what was once the mansion of the powerful Braun-Menéndez family, the Museo Regional de Magallanes is an intriguing glimpse into the daily life of a wealthy provincial family at the beginning of the 20th century. Lavish Carrara marble hearths, English bath fixtures, and cordovan leather walls are among the original accoutrements. The museum also has an excellent group of displays depicting Punta Arenas's past, from the first European contact to the town's decline after the opening of the Panama Canal. The museum is half a block north of the main square. Magallanes 949. Admission charged.The resplendent 1895 Palacio Sara Braun is a national landmark and an architectural showpiece of southern Patagonia. Designed by a French architect, the house was built from materials and by craftsmen imported from Europe during the four years of construction. The city's central plaza and surrounding buildings soon followed, ushering in the region's golden era. Noteworthy are the lavish bedrooms, magnificent parquet floors, marble fireplaces, and hand-painted ceilings. Don't miss the portraits of Braun and her husband José Nogueira in the music room. Afterwards, head to the cellar for a drink or snack in the warm public tavern (a good portion of the mansion is leased to a hotel). Plaza Muñoz Gamero 716. Admission charged.Commonly referred to simply as "El Salesiano," the Museo Salesiano de Maggiorino Borgatello is operated by Italian missionaries whose order arrived in Punta Arenas in the 19th century. The Salesians, most of whom spoke no Spanish, proved to be daring explorers. Traveling throughout the region, they collected the artifacts made by indigenous tribes that are currently on display. Av. Bulnes 398. Admission charged.Isla Magdalena. Punta Arenas is the launching point for a boat trip to the Isla Magdalena to see the more than 100,000 Magellanic penguins at the Monumento Natural Los Pingúinos. A single trail, marked off by rope, is accessible to humans. The boat trip to the island, in the middle of the Estrecho de Magallanes, takes about two hours. Make sure to bring along warm clothing, even in summer; the island can be chilly, particularly if a breeze is blowing across the water.Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. Some 12 million years ago, lava flows pushed up through the thick sedimentary crust that covered the southwestern coast of South America, cooling to form a granite mass. Glaciers then swept through the region, grinding away all but the ash-gray spires that rise over the landscape of one of the world's most beautiful natural phenomena, now the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine (established in 1959). Snow formations dazzle along every turn of road, and the sunset views are spectacular.Among the 2,420-square-km (934-square-mi) park's most beautiful attractions are its lakes of turquoise, aquamarine, and emerald green waters. Another draw is its unusual wildlife. Creatures like the guanaco (a woollier version of the llama) and the ñandú (resembling a small ostrich) abound. They are used to visitors and don't seem to be bothered by the proximity of automobile traffic and the snapping of cameras. Predators, like the gray fox, make less frequent appearances. You may also spot the dramatic aerobatics of a falcon and the graceful soaring of the endangered condor. The beautiful puma is especially elusive, but sightings have become more common. Admission charged.Pingúinera de Seno Otway. The road to this penguin sanctuary begins 30 km (18 mi) north of Punta Arenas. Magellanic penguins, which live up to 20 years in the wild, return to their birthplace here every year to mate with the same partner. For about 2,000 penguin couples—no single penguins make the trip—home is this desolate and windswept land off the Otway Sound. In late September, the penguins begin to arrive from the southern coast of Brazil and the Falkland Islands. They mate and lay their eggs in early October, and brood their eggs in November. Offspring hatch between mid-November and early December. If you're lucky, you may catch sight of one of the downy gray chicks that stick their heads out of the burrows when their parents return to feed them. Otherwise you might see scores of the ungainly adult penguins waddling to the ocean from their nesting burrows. They swim for food every eight hours and dive up to 100 feet deep. The penguins depart from the sound in late March. Note that the sanctuary is a 1-km (1/2-mi) walk from the parking lot. It gets chilly, so bring a windbreaker. Admission charged.Reserva Nacional Laguna Parillar. This 47,000-acre reserve lies west of Puerto Hambre, a tranquil fishing village, and is centered around a shimmering lake in a valley flanked by hills. It's a great place for a picnic, and there are a number of well-marked paths that offer sweeping vistas over the Estrecho de Magallanes. About 2 km (1 mi) west of Puerto Hambre is a small white monolith that marks the geographical center of Chile, the midway point between Chile's northern port Arica and the South Pole.Cruise ShoppingWool may no longer be king of the economy, but vast flocks of sheep still yield a high-quality product that is woven into the clothing here. Leather products are also common, but the prices are not necessarily low. About 3 km (2 mi) north of Punta Arenas is the Zona Franca (Av. Bulnes). This duty-free zone is where people from all around the region come for low-priced electronics and other consumer items. Read More
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will ... Impenetrable forests, impassable mountains, and endless fields of ice define Chilean Patagonia, and meant that the region went largely unexplored until the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the southernmost part of the country, this area is still sparsely inhabited, though you will find a few populated places—like the colorful provincial city of Punta Arenas, which looks like it's about to be swept into the Strait of Magellan. Some unique wildlife, particularly colonies of elephant seals and penguins, call this breathtaking topography home. To the north is Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, the country's most magnificent natural wonder, and whose snow-covered peaks seem to rise vertically from the plains below. The vistas, such as the fantastic Avenue of the Glaciers, are breathtaking; along this stretch of the Beagle Channel, you can pass six tremendous glaciers all within a stone's throw of each other.Cruise SightsPunta Arenas. Founded a little more than 150 years ago, Punta Arenas (Sandy Point) was Chile's first permanent settlement in Patagonia. Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the central square, is surrounded by evidence of that early prosperity: buildings whose then-opulent brick exteriors recall a time when this was one of Chile's wealthiest cities. The newer houses here have colorful tin roofs, best appreciated when seen from a high vantage point such as the Mirador Cerro la Cruz. Although the city as a whole may not be particularly attractive, look for details: the pink-and-white house on a corner, the bay window full of potted plants, parking attendants wearing the regional blue and yellow colors, and schoolchildren in identical naval pea coats that remind you that the city's fate is tied to the sea.The Museo Naval y Marítimo extols Chile's high-seas prowess, particularly concerning Antarctica. Its exhibits are worth a visit for anyone with an interest in ships and sailing, merchant and military alike. Part of the second floor is designed like the interior of a ship, including a map and radio room. Pedro Montt 989. Admission charged.Housed in what was once the mansion of the powerful Braun-Menéndez family, the Museo Regional de Magallanes is an intriguing glimpse into the daily life of a wealthy provincial family at the beginning of the 20th century. Lavish Carrara marble hearths, English bath fixtures, and cordovan leather walls are among the original accoutrements. The museum also has an excellent group of displays depicting Punta Arenas's past, from the first European contact to the town's decline after the opening of the Panama Canal. The museum is half a block north of the main square. Magallanes 949. Admission charged.The resplendent 1895 Palacio Sara Braun is a national landmark and an architectural showpiece of southern Patagonia. Designed by a French architect, the house was built from materials and by craftsmen imported from Europe during the four years of construction. The city's central plaza and surrounding buildings soon followed, ushering in the region's golden era. Noteworthy are the lavish bedrooms, magnificent parquet floors, marble fireplaces, and hand-painted ceilings. Don't miss the portraits of Braun and her husband José Nogueira in the music room. Afterwards, head to the cellar for a drink or snack in the warm public tavern (a good portion of the mansion is leased to a hotel). Plaza Muñoz Gamero 716. Admission charged.Commonly referred to simply as "El Salesiano," the Museo Salesiano de Maggiorino Borgatello is operated by Italian missionaries whose order arrived in Punta Arenas in the 19th century. The Salesians, most of whom spoke no Spanish, proved to be daring explorers. Traveling throughout the region, they collected the artifacts made by indigenous tribes that are currently on display. Av. Bulnes 398. Admission charged.Isla Magdalena. Punta Arenas is the launching point for a boat trip to the Isla Magdalena to see the more than 100,000 Magellanic penguins at the Monumento Natural Los Pingúinos. A single trail, marked off by rope, is accessible to humans. The boat trip to the island, in the middle of the Estrecho de Magallanes, takes about two hours. Make sure to bring along warm clothing, even in summer; the island can be chilly, particularly if a breeze is blowing across the water.Parque Nacional Torres del Paine. Some 12 million years ago, lava flows pushed up through the thick sedimentary crust that covered the southwestern coast of South America, cooling to form a granite mass. Glaciers then swept through the region, grinding away all but the ash-gray spires that rise over the landscape of one of the world's most beautiful natural phenomena, now the Parque Nacional Torres del Paine (established in 1959). Snow formations dazzle along every turn of road, and the sunset views are spectacular.Among the 2,420-square-km (934-square-mi) park's most beautiful attractions are its lakes of turquoise, aquamarine, and emerald green waters. Another draw is its unusual wildlife. Creatures like the guanaco (a woollier version of the llama) and the ñandú (resembling a small ostrich) abound. They are used to visitors and don't seem to be bothered by the proximity of automobile traffic and the snapping of cameras. Predators, like the gray fox, make less frequent appearances. You may also spot the dramatic aerobatics of a falcon and the graceful soaring of the endangered condor. The beautiful puma is especially elusive, but sightings have become more common. Admission charged.Pingúinera de Seno Otway. The road to this penguin sanctuary begins 30 km (18 mi) north of Punta Arenas. Magellanic penguins, which live up to 20 years in the wild, return to their birthplace here every year to mate with the same partner. For about 2,000 penguin couples—no single penguins make the trip—home is this desolate and windswept land off the Otway Sound. In late September, the penguins begin to arrive from the southern coast of Brazil and the Falkland Islands. They mate and lay their eggs in early October, and brood their eggs in November. Offspring hatch between mid-November and early December. If you're lucky, you may catch sight of one of the downy gray chicks that stick their heads out of the burrows when their parents return to feed them. Otherwise you might see scores of the ungainly adult penguins waddling to the ocean from their nesting burrows. They swim for food every eight hours and dive up to 100 feet deep. The penguins depart from the sound in late March. Note that the sanctuary is a 1-km (1/2-mi) walk from the parking lot. It gets chilly, so bring a windbreaker. Admission charged.Reserva Nacional Laguna Parillar. This 47,000-acre reserve lies west of Puerto Hambre, a tranquil fishing village, and is centered around a shimmering lake in a valley flanked by hills. It's a great place for a picnic, and there are a number of well-marked paths that offer sweeping vistas over the Estrecho de Magallanes. About 2 km (1 mi) west of Puerto Hambre is a small white monolith that marks the geographical center of Chile, the midway point between Chile's northern port Arica and the South Pole.Cruise ShoppingWool may no longer be king of the economy, but vast flocks of sheep still yield a high-quality product that is woven into the clothing here. Leather products are also common, but the prices are not necessarily low. About 3 km (2 mi) north of Punta Arenas is the Zona Franca (Av. Bulnes). This duty-free zone is where people from all around the region come for low-priced electronics and other consumer items. Read More
At Sea
At Sea
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
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The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
At Sea
At Sea
Ushuaia
Ushuaia
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking ... At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park). Read More
At Sea
At Sea
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and
...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
At Sea
At Sea
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
At Sea
At Sea
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
At Sea
Ushuaia
Ushuaia
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking ... At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park). Read More
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll ... Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected. Read More
Papeete, Tahiti
Anaa
Toau Atoll
Fakarava
Pitcairn Island
Ducie Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Juan Fernández Island
Juan Fernández Island
San Antonio
Puerto Montt
Caleta Tortel
Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channel ...
Tortel is a commune located in Southern Patagonia, a spectacular wilderness region of rugged mountains, glaciers, rivers and forests of infinite beauty. The uneven geography of Tortel shapes a unique landscape, characterized by an archipelagic area with numerous islands and channels. Tortel is known as the “footbridge city” for the unique beauty of its wooden walkways that connect the piers and houses of this quaint place through bridges and stairs, built from cypress wood, that run for four and a half miles around the cove and that respect the rich vegetation that grows under them. Even though it is the sixth largest commune in Chile, it has the lowest population of all with roughly 531 people. The history of the town dates back to 1520 when it was inhabited by nomadic Kawesqar, now extinct. Its definitive foundation was in 1955, after numerous attempts to populate the area. In 2001, it was declared by the Chilean government as a Picturesque Zone of National Heritage.
PIO X Glacier
El Brujo Glacier
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Ushuaia
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
Antarctic Experience
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals ...
The Antarctic Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and pristine environments on Earth. Visitors can embark on guided expeditions that typically include activities such as wildlife watching, where you might encounter majestic whales, playful seals, and various penguin species in their natural habitats. The experience often features breathtaking landscapes of towering icebergs, vast glaciers, and dramatic mountain ranges. Many tours provide opportunities for kayaking, ice hiking, and even camping on the ice, allowing for immersive experiences in this extraordinary ecosystem. Additionally, educational programs and expert-led lectures enhance the understanding of the region’s fragile environment and its importance in the global ecosystem. Overall, the Antarctic Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for nature lovers and explorers seeking to connect with one of the planet's last frontiers.
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
South Georgia Experience
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Falkland Islands
Ushuaia
Buenos Aires
*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
Seabourn
Entertainment throughout the day and evening
Return flights included from a choice of UK airports (fly cruise bookings only)
WiFi included on-board
24-hour room service
Shuttle service to and from ports and airport where available
In-suite mini bar replenished daily
Almost 1:1 staff to guest ratio
In-suite bar replenished with your preferences
Personal Suite Stewardess
Complimentary laundry where applicable
Marina and complimentary watersports, Caviar in the Surf beach barbeques
Gratuities are neither required, nor expected
Seabourn Conversations with visionary experts
Selected wines, beers and spirits on-board
Luxurious, all-suite accommodation
Explore Seabourn Pursuit
Colonnade
Our more casual, indoor/outdoor alternative, features an open kitchen, lavish buffets or table service for breakfasts and lunch, and serves regionally themed, bistro-style dinners with table service nightly.
The Restaurant
Before Seabourn, open-seating dining on a cruise ship was unheard of. Come when you like, with whom you please, and be seated as you wish. The room is beautiful, the cuisine is exquisite, and the service is simultaneously flawless, friendly and fun.
Earth & Ocean
Each evening, our skilled Earth & Ocean chefs create an imaginative array of fresh, inventive dishes—a sophisticated menu celebrating eclectic traditional flavors from around the world, served in a relaxed setting under the stars for a distinctive dining experience unlike any other on board.
In-Suite Dining
Seabourn is pleased to offer a varied menu available around the clock for service in your suite. You may also order dinner from The Restaurant menu and have your meal served, course by course, in your suite or on your veranda.
The Patio
Relaxed poolside dining offering luncheon buffets, salads, soups, grilled specialties and freshly baked pizza. Dinners feature a full menu in an alfresco setting. For The Patio, Chef Keller has developed exclusively for us, a signature Napa burger, as well as an artisanal hot dog dubbed the Yountwurst, named for the hometown of The French Laundry, Ad Hoc, and the original Bouchon and Bouchon Bakery.
Seabourn Submarines: The Expedition
Discover the Wonders that Wait Under the Waterline in Seabourn’s Luxurious New Expedition Submarines
Consider it the ultimate luxury perk on the ultimate luxury expedition ships: a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the wonders of the ocean floor in the comfort of Seabourn’s custom submarines.
The deeper you explore beneath the ocean’s surface, the more unique the scenery becomes, and the more secrets the sea reveals, from incredible sunken shipwrecks to stunning coral reefs to unique marine wildlife normally hidden from human view.
The only way to experience this otherworldly realm is by submarine, and at Seabourn our exacting standards for comfort and luxury mean these undersea explorations take place in custom-built submarines crafted to be the best at the sea.
Each environmentally friendly, battery-powered sub carries just seven people — six guests, three each in two clear acrylic spheres — plus the highly trained pilot guiding the journey. The intimate and innovative new exploration vehicles are capable of diving to depths of 300 meters (984 feet) offering passengers an awe-inspiring perspective of the marine world just outside. Thanks to undisturbed and undistorted views in virtually all directions you’ll come face-to-face with the wonders that lie below the waterline.
Not only will passengers be kept dry and comfortable while the submarine dives under the sea, in keeping with the ultra-luxury experience found on Seabourn, subs are outfitted with custom-embroidered leather upholstery, a Bluetooth stereo system, air conditioning, and champagne chiller so you can toast your extraordinary journey.
Rendering of Seabourn expedition submarine being launched in to the water from a special cargo hold on Expedition ships
To memorialize your time under the sea, the subs are outfitted with a high-tech, 4K underwater video camera system that will capture your underwater experience. The videos will be screened in the Discovery Center for workshops and conversations with guests that are led by marine biologist or oceanographer Expeditions leaders.
This is truly the adventure of a lifetime. Experience it for yourself when Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit set sail for breathtaking locations and remote destinations in the Arctic and Antarctica, as well as in the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit's submarines are a high-profile amenity of its expedition capabilities. Itineraries where submarines may be deployed are indicated by an icon, however their use is limited by conditions of currents and visibility, cannot be guaranteed, and are at the Captain’s discretion.
Ventures By Seabourn®
More and more of our guests relish the opportunity to engage with destinations in a more interactive, experiential and participatory way. We created Ventures by Seabourn® to provide these travelers with exciting, adventurous optional activities that are expertly planned, professionally operated and escorted by skilled expert guides.
Enhance..
On select sailings featuring Ventures by Seabourn® excursions, share your voyage with a knowledgeable, experienced expedition team of scientists, scholars, naturalists and more. These fascinating, accomplished experts will be part of our complimentary Seabourn Conversations program, providing you an in-depth understanding of the history, ecology and culture of the places you visit. On board, their valuable insights are offered both in formal presentations and in more casual conversations over meals or at leisure.
Extend
In select ports of call and destinations, optional Ventures by Seabourn® excursions, guided by our Expedition Team, invite you to explore spectacular destinations on exhilarating sea-level adventures. Launching from your ship on board our fleet of sturdy, Zodiac® boats or paddling in double sea kayaks, these adventures will vary depending on your itinerary, but include thrills such as cruising picturesque fjords and waterways, trekking on scenic islands, viewing birds, seals, whales and other wildlife up-close, and surveying massive, white-blue icebergs.
Ventures by Seabourn vs Excursions: What's the Difference?
First launched in 2013, Ventures by Seabourn was introduced for guests who have dreamed of experiencing a Seabourn expedition, but are unable to sail on one of our expedition ships.
Unlike traditional shore excursions, the expedition team is placed aboard select sailings to offer knowledge, commentary, education on the destinations, and to lead hikes, Zodiac cruises, and kayaking in remote areas. It allows Seabourn guests to experience expedition-style encounters with the landscapes, but do it on the traditional Seabourn ships that our guests know and love.
Shore Experiences By Seabourn
Our guests travel with us because they want to see, hear, learn and discover new places and experiences. To ensure that our guests have memorable and enriching experiences in the over 450 ports of call we offer annually, we contract the best local agents to create and operate some 12,000 carefully curated shore experiences, offering our guests a range of choices in duration, content and the type of activity involved to fully satisfy their wishes. To assist our guests in choosing among these numerous excursion options, we are categorizing our overall Shore Experiences by Seabourn into seven ‘Collections,’ according to the general interests they are designed to captivate.
The Cultural Collection
The Cultural Collection explores the arts, ideas and legacy of places, including access to UNESCO World Heritage sites around the world.
The Bespoke Collection
The Bespoke Collection affords guests opportunities to customize their shore experiences by arranging private cars and drivers, guides, yachts, reservations and other services in ports of call
The Adventure Collection
The Adventure Collection is an array of excursions offering guests active and participatory experiences in ports, including Ventures by Seabourn™ and expedition excursions on our Expedition ships.
The Mindful Living Collection
The Mindful Living Collection consists of guided shoreside experiences in Mindful Living, designed in partnership with world-renowned integrative medicine pioneer.
The Epicurean Collection
The Epicurean Collection invites guests to explore the unique flavors of a destination by indulging their passion for tasting both traditional and contemporary foods and drinks.
The Essential Collection
The Essential Collection offers shorter-duration introductory experiences such as guided walking tours, allowing guests with general interest to learn the highlights about a port.
The Journeys Collection
The Journeys Collection offers escorted pre-, post- and mid-cruise overland experiences of two to 13 days, exploring iconic landmarks impossible to visit during a scheduled port call.
Discovery Centre
The Discovery Center, which is adjacent to the Expedition Lounge on Deck 4, acts as the teaching & academic center for natural history and cultural programming in an environment spacious enough to accommodate all guests at one time. Each day, guests will visit this venue for insightful lectures, briefings, and Seabourn Conversations enrichment programming designed to help educate them throughout their expedition experience. The world-class 26-person expedition team of wilderness experts, scientists, historians and naturalists will deliver rich, insightful lectures and discussions on a broad array of topics related to the region where guests are sailing. Inspired by the compelling landscape of some of the expedition destinations, the Discovery Center incorporates the organic shapes of topography maps against the elegant curves of the plush custom seating.
Audio-visual experiences will come to life through high-definition screens 2.5 meters high by 10 meters wide, showing a variety of programming to create a captivating experience that whets the appetite and creates excitement for each destination. Footage from submarine voyages will also be shown, providing an enticing look at the undersea world and the marine life that calls it home.
Landing Zone
The Landing Zone is the area where exploration begins. There are two landing zones, port and starboard side on Deck 3. The launch and recovery point for landings, it's a spacious environment where guests change and clean their gear in comfort, as well as a place to store excursion essentials like boots. It's designed for functionality, accessibility and ease, offering direct access to one of the 24 Zodiacs available for Ventures by Seabourn® adventures. In tropical areas, it's the place to kick off scuba, snorkelling and similar undersea adventures.
Shopping With The Chef
Shopping with the Chef — at local food markets. Shop a bustling Sicilian market, gather spices in Istanbul or explore the local wines of Tuscany and Provence. Wherever you are in the world, you'll enjoy an insider's look at unique regional markets with an expert Seabourn chef as your guide
Seabourn Conversations
Enjoy fascinating Seabourn Conversations sessions with guest experts from the fields of arts, history, science, and more.
Seabourn Square
A place to enjoy some light reading or to socialize with your fellow passengers, Seabourn Square is what you're looking for. Seabourn Square is the true ‘living room’ of the ships. An inviting sociable space where guests will find a charming European style coffee bar, Seabourn Square has been designed as an open, comfortable environment for guests to interact with onboard officers and the expedition team and engage in conversation with family and new friends. The space is also home to the highly-trained Guest Services staff, who provide a range of concierge services such as general ship information, assistance with special service requests, port and travel information, and more.
A selection of coffees are prepared by the skilled onboard baristas some using beans roasted in Seabourn Square. For those feeling a bit hungry, Seabourn Square offers freshly made pastries and other on-the-go breakfast items in the morning, as well as an assortment of light sandwiches and desserts later in the day, along with a selection of artisanal gelati made on board. Guests will also find a wide range of books in the adjoining library, with a host of titles on subjects such as adventure, expeditions and other topics of interest to enjoy while onboard. Staying current with the news is made easy with tablets featuring the Press Reader news application available to browse each day.
Expedition Lounge
The Expedition Lounge, located on Deck 4, is the heart of the ship. A gathering place for the curious, guests are invited to relax or linger with a complimentary cocktail or glass of fine wine from the bar as they share photos and stories from the day with their fellow travelers and the onboard staff. The Expedition Lounge will be central to the Seabourn expedition operation where guests convene before and after expeditions each day.
Custom furniture designed in a variety of warm, natural materials creates an inviting, tactile atmosphere. An ode to the adventurous, the Expedition Lounge features an etched glass partition displaying a vintage map of Antarctica and vitrines showcasing intricate tools and devices of the trade. Two large touchscreens will also display a wealth of information including photos, navigational charts, weather charts, and maps.
Bow Lounge
Located on Deck 6, at the forward-most part of the vessel, the Bow Lounge provides the closest access to water level via the foredeck, making it the perfect spot for guests to spend some time watching for marine life. Within a few steps, guests can be outside, with a vantage point that is ideal to watch the ship’s course, spot wildlife, or take in the beautiful natural scenery.
The Bow Lounge introduces some technological enhancements, providing guests with a first for Seabourn with touch screens showing the ship’s plotted location, as well as navigational charts and scientific information used to help guide the ship on its journey. Large screens project live footage from mounted cameras outside the ship, and from a drone when conditions permit, while the touch screen monitors invite guests to explore on their own with a live map, weather information, and notes detailing upcoming expeditions. Expedition Team members will be available within the Lounge throughout the day to interact with guests, answer questions, provide interpretation and aid in spotting wildlife.
The space provides direct access to the Bow Sprit on Deck 6 forward (when conditions permit) to give guests the sensation of standing in front of the ship and views of waves parting and ice sloughing off the bow at the waterline.
Atrium
Designed by hospitality design icon Adam D. Tihany, the ship’s public spaces exude casual elegance at every turn, from the soaring sky-lit Atrium, to the inviting Expedition Lounge and into each guest suite. Rich textures and first-rate materials take shape in modern-yet-timeless settings that are made for socializing, relaxing, learning and exploring.
Evenings Under The Stars
One of the most FUN evenings during any cruise, Evenings Under the Stars is a night where guests can let their hair down and simply be in the moment. Enjoy Let’s Dance! with great live music, interact with fellow travelers and be spoiled in true Seabourn style by our food and beverage team with Desserts Under the Stars. A signature event, this dance party has been a part of the line’s rich culture, and a Seabourn cruise is not complete without Let’s Dance! and Desserts Under The Stars.
Weather permitting, this high-energy dance party is hosted poolside and under the stars by the entire entertainment team, featuring performances by The Band, vocalists and dancers. There is even the possibility your Cruise Director and Assistant Cruise Director might jump on stage to perform, as well! Guests can expect music that appeals to everyone’s taste with a great mix of hit songs. It’s a real treat and guests LOVE Evenings Under the Stars!
Sky Bar
Overlooking the beautiful Pool Patio, the open-air Sky Bar presents you with a gorgeous setting to take a break from the afternoon sun while enjoying a refreshing tropical beverage, or spend the evening enjoying a few social cocktails under the stars.
Constellation Lounge
The Constellation Lounge is the highest indoor viewing point on each ship. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls wrap around the space, offering guests stunning 270-degree, outward-facing views as far as their eyes can see, heightening their expeditionary spirit while bringing them closer to wildlife and wonders at sea and in port.
In addition, the expedition team will be in the lounge regularly to help identify points of interest, wildlife and geological wonders. Imagine glimpsing killer whales, waddling penguins, and sea lions in Antarctica; sleepy-eyed sloths, sprightly monkeys, and colorful parrots in the rainforests of South and Central America; and icebergs bobbing in the seas and waterfalls rushing over cliffs in the far reaches of the Arctic and Northern Europe – all from the comfort of the Constellation Lounge.
The Constellation Lounge offers Seabourn’s popular Early Morning Riser continental breakfast, while afternoons features the line’s popular and recently enhanced Afternoon Tea service. Steeped in the tradition of proper English tea service, yet as fresh and memorable as a newly brewed pot, the elegant daily tea service incorporates the finest luxury tea brand TWG Tea. As the sun dips and the night sky lights up, live piano entertainment delights guests as cocktails and tapas are served both before and after dinner.
Shops
Whether you're buying souvenirs for your friends at home or want a memento of your vacation, our Shops will have what you need. Shop for fashion and cosmetics at The Boutique, jewelry and fine watches at The Collection, or logo cruisewear at the Shop.
The Club
The liveliest lounge on board is the scene of daily afternoon tea service. It is a popular spot for pre-dinner drinks and dancing to live music. After dinner, the dancing music continues, and later a DJ spins dance music until late at night. Another terrace of open deck aft of The Club boasts a plunge pool and two small whirlpool spas.
Card Room
Many veteran cruisers specifically choose cruises that provide at least a few days at sea. The Card Room is a great choice for the sea-loving cruiser who craves that languorous feeling of lazy leisure. There will be loads of on board activities during those days, including a great game of bridge.
Meeting Rooms
For meetings and gatherings, our ships offer meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 40 guests. The meeting rooms can be arranged to guests’ specifications including theater-style or with tables; and each of the rooms have large-screen TVs for presentations. Guests may also reserve the Card Room when available. Our crew members are happy to assist guests with meeting room reservations and setup.
Fitness Centre
Our Fitness Center features high performance Technogym equipment for cardio and strength training. We also offer a series of complimentary classes including yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi. Or, if personal attention is preferred, our personal trainers will design a nutrition and exercise plan that will help you achieve results. Based on your body’s particular needs, this personalized session will expose you to the wellness program that works best with your body. Aboard Seabourn Sojourn and Seabourn Quest you may try the Kinesis System. Using a tri-dimensional pulley system, our personal trainers will guide you through a series of exercises designed to improve balance, flexibility and strength.
Infinity Pool
Offering the perfect setting for a sunny afternoon, the swimming pool is surrounded by an expansive sundeck with chaise lounges, shaded seating, two large whirlpool spas, and is within steps of the Patio Grill. Sun loungers and cabanas are arrayed in a mix of sun and shade. A stage provides occasional live music for dancing.
Spa & Wellness
Seabourn’s spas offer a wide spectrum of massages, facials, and beauty treatments, blending traditional practices from around the world with the most up-to-date techniques. Seabourn’s spas are suitable for guests wishing to maintain a personal fitness regime or discover a new one. A well-equipped ocean-view gym and Motion Studio is staffed by professional fitness trainers, and a full-service salon for men and women complement the spas.
SPA AND FITNESS SERVICES INCLUDE*
- Skilled therapists offer a full range of body and facial services including massage, detox, cleansing and wrap therapies and more
- Full-service salon for men and women
- Fitness Director to create your ideal regime
- Fitness centers with ocean views, offering state-of-the-art fitness equipment
- Motion Studio offering yoga and meditation, Crystal Sound bath, TRX and stretch classes, and more
- Personalized spa services are also offered in a dedicated Spa Cabana at The Retreat, our serene enclave atop Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Ovation, available by reservation
- Unique to Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit: Glass-walled saunas with expansive ocean views
*Class offerings may vary by ship
Deck 10
- Sun Deck
Deck 9
- Constellation Lounge
- The Club
Deck 8
- Bridge
- Signature Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Panorama Veranda Suites
- Veranda Suites (x1 Accessible suite available)
Deck 7
- Fitness Centre
- Treatment Rooms
- Spa & Wellness
- Penthouse Spa Suites
- Veranda Spa Suites
- Wintergarden Suites
- Panorama Veranda Suites
- Veranda Suites (x2 Accessible suites available)
- Owner's Suites
Deck 6
- Seabourn Square
- Bow Lounge
- Veranda Suite
- Panorama Veranda Suite
Deck 5
- The Colonnade
- Meeting Room
- Infinity Pool
- The Patio
- Veranda Suite
- Panorama Veranda Suite
Deck 4
- The Restaurant
- Expedition Lounge
- Shop
- Discovery Centre
- The Studio
Deck 3
- Zodiac Embark
- Landing Zone
- Medical Facility
Seabourn Pursuit Cabins & Suites
Grand Wintergarden Suite
- Large windows
- Dining for four
- Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub
- Guest bath
- Convertible sofa bed for one
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Second Bedroom
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Wintergarden Suite
- Large windows
- Dining for four
- Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub
- Guest bath
- Convertible sofa bed for one
- Pantry with wet bar
- Glass-enclosed solarium with tub and day bed
- Two closets
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Signature Suite
- Expansive ocean views
- Forward-facing windows
- Dining for four to six
- Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub
- Guest bath
- Pantry with wet bar
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Owner's Suite
- Expansive ocean views
- Forward-facing windows
- Dining for four to six
- Bathroom with whirlpool bathtub
- Guest bath
- Pantry with wet bar
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Complimentary Internet/Wi-Fi service.
Owner's Suites on feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; extra-large walk-in closet for expedition gear; personal safe; interactive flat-screen TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalized stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom with double vanities, tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Penthouse Spa Suite
All Penthouse Spa Suites onboard Seabourn Venture feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet; personal safe; interactive TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalised stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom, separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, luxury health and beauty products, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
Deck 7 Suite 739; Approximate total space: 527 sq. ft. (49 sq. m.) including veranda of 97 sq. ft. (9 sq. m.)
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Penthouse Suite
- Dining table for two to four
- Separate bedroom
- Glass door to veranda
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Fully stocked bar
- Spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity
Approximate total space: 527 sq. ft. (49 sq. m.) including veranda of 97 sq. ft. (9 sq. m.) All Penthouse Suites feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet; personal safe; interactive TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalized stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom, separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, luxury health and beauty products, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Veranda Suite
- A large picture window
- Comfortable living area
- Queen-size bed or two twin beds
- Walk-in closet
- Interactive flat-screen television with music and movies
- Fully stocked bar and refrigerator
Approximate total space: 355 sq. ft. (33 sq. m.) including veranda of 75 sq. ft. (7 sq. m.)* Suites on Seabourn Venture feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; extra-large walk-in closet for expedition gear; personal safe; interactive flat-screen TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalized stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom with double vanities, tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Veranda Spa Suite
All Veranda Spa Suites onboard Seabourn Venture feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet; personal safe; interactive TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalised stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom, separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, luxury health and beauty products, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
Deck 7 Suites 741, 743; Approximate total space: 355 sq. ft. (33 sq. m.) including veranda of 75 sq. ft. (7 sq. m.)
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Panorama Penthouse Suite
- Dining table for two to four
- Separate bedroom
- Glass door to veranda
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Fully stocked bar
- Spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity
Suites 513-516, 611-614, 711-714, 802-805; Total space: 417 sq. ft. (39 sq. m.) incl. veranda of 85 sq. ft. (8 sq. m.) All Panorama Veranda Suites feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; walk-in closet; personal safe; interactive TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalized stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom, separate tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, luxury health and beauty products, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets. *Some veranda sizes vary.
FLOORPLANS
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Dining Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Penthouse Suite Guarantee
- Dining table for two to four
- Separate bedroom
- Glass door to veranda
- Two flat-screen TVs
- Fully stocked bar
- Spacious bathroom with tub, shower and large vanity
Facilities
- Bath
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Suite Benefits
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Veranda Guarantee
Approximate total space: 355 sq. ft. (33 sq. m.) including veranda of 75 sq. ft. (7 sq. m.)* Suites on Seabourn Venture feature a comfortable living area; private veranda; queen-size bed or two twin beds; extra-large walk-in closet for expedition gear; personal safe; interactive flat-screen TV with music and movies; fully stocked bar and refrigerator; writing desk with personalized stationery; makeup vanity; spacious bathroom with double vanities, tub and shower, plush robes, slippers, hairdryer and 110/220V AC outlets.
Facilities
- Bath
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Panorama Veranda Suite
More information coming soon..
Facilities
- Bath
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Full Bar
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Air Conditioning
Meet Our Luxury Cruise Concierge
Our luxury cruise concierge have been on board a vast array of the finest ships at sea and are always happy to share their first-hand experiences to help curate your dream ultra-luxury voyage. From advising you on the best cruise lines and ships to helping you select from a variety of phenomenal destinations and itineraries, your dedicated concierge is on hand to ensure booking your next cruise is as seamless, smooth and tailored to you as possible.
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