P L A Z A D E A R M A S , S A N T I AG O
PANOR AMIC PUNTA ARENAS
Set on the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas is Chile's
southernmost cit y and a gateway to Antarc tica.
Founded in 1848, it grew from a penal outpost into
a thriving por t. From Cerro de la Cruz, enjoy
sweeping views before visiting the Shepherd
Monument and browsing local craf ts in Plaza de
Armas.
SCENIC SAILING BY SPECIAL
OPER ATIONS BOAT
Cruise through the dramatic Chilean Fjords aboard a
Special Operations Boat. The experience of fers
access to remote shorelines and intimate views of
this rugged landscape. Knowledgeable specialists
will be on hand to explain the natural world that
surrounds you and to aler t you of birdlife in the
area.
PUERTO CHAC ABUCO &
SURROUNDINGS
Travel through the Chilean countr yside to Rio
Simpson National Reser ve. Enjoy a scenic journey,
passing by lush forests, cascading water falls and
towering mountains. Stop at the Rio Simpson
National Reser ve and take some time to photograph
this rugged landscape.
K AYAKING CHILEAN FJORDS
Dressed in a kayak suit and bespoke life jacket for
maximum maneuverabilit y, you will be geared up to
remain warm and dr y during your expedition
experience. Immerse yourself in nature as you
journey along the coast, reaching less accessible
locations along the water's edge and keeping watch
for local wildlife.
OBSERVE FLOATING ICEBERGS
Listen out for the sound of glaciers calving; their
loud cracking noise rumbles deeply through the
fjord.
FIELD SCIENCE
Become a Citizen Scientist and set out in a Special
Operations Boat to conduc t a sonar sur vey of
surrounding water ways. A background in science is
not required, just a desire to par ticipate and learn
about environmental protec tion.
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y
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