Sail the Fjords
Sail through remote fjords and glaciers that are only accessible by boat.
Navigate in an exclusive vessel through fjords and channels in the shadow of soaring mountains and creaking glaciers, exploring native sub-polar forests on foot and searching for signs of resident wildlife along the periphery of Patagonia.
Sail through remote fjords and glaciers that are only accessible by boat.
Stay on an exclusive vessel, the only one that operates in this remote region.
Observe nesting penguin colonies, whales and elusive elephant seals from zodiacs.
Go wine-tasting at a vineyard and absorb the atmosphere in lively Buenos Aires.
Not only is this region solely accessible by boat, but furthermore the Stella Australis is the only cruise vessel that navigates through these fjords. Occasionally a small sailboat may punctuate the panoramic landscape, but the only other traces of humanity are brought here on the live-on vessel. This cruise is ideal for those who endeavour to be surrounded by stunning natural beauty and wish to visit the remote wilderness of southern Patagonia in the company of on-board expert guides. The Stella Australis sails to remote regions that are only accessible by boat on an exclusive route. As there are no towns or roads for miles around, a voyage to these Patagonian fjords is a positively isolating experience that allows for almost complete detachment from the rest of the world.
Day 1
Santiago
Day 2
Santiago - Maipo Valley
Day 3
Maipo Valley - Santiago - Punta Arenas
Day 4
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Strait of Magellan
Day 5
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Ainsworth Bay & Tuckers Islets
Day 6
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Pia Glacier & Glacier Alley
Day 7
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Wulaia Bay & Cape Horn
Day 8
Ushuaia - Buenos Aires
Days 9-10
Buenos Aires
Day 1
Santiago
Day 2
Santiago - Maipo Valley
Go wine-tasting at a Maipo Valley vineyard.
Day 3
Maipo Valley - Santiago - Punta Arenas
Day 4
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Strait of Magellan
Sail through the remote fjords and isolated glaciers of southern Patagonia, only accessible by boat.
Day 5
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Ainsworth Bay & Tuckers Islets
Day 6
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Pia Glacier & Glacier Alley
Experience nature at its purest, observing idle glaciers in almost complete isolation.
Day 7
Sailing the Patagonian Fjords: Wulaia Bay & Cape Horn
See the little Stella Australis-sponsored museum located in in the old radio station at historic Wulaia Bay.
Day 8
Ushuaia - Buenos Aires
Sail all the way around to historic Ushuaia.
Days 9-10
Buenos Aires
Go wine-tasting at a vineyard and absorb the atmosphere in lively Buenos Aires.
Disengaging with civilisation is a condition of carriage as the 100-cabin ship is deliberately and proudly constructed without Wi-Fi capabilities. As such, a voyage on the Stella Australis feels truly cut off from the rest of the world. Observe the unfolding ocean views through large picture windows from the warmth of indoors, or hop up in cold-weather clothing and board a zodiac boat to venture out in to the untamed wilderness. Experience nature at its purest, observing idle glaciers in almost complete isolation. The on-board guides, many native to Chilean Patagonia, are fond of momentarily powering down their radio equipment and encouraging a moment of complete silence while observing these huge masses of dense ice.
Little critters and great creatures alike gravitate to the splendid coastline and navigable fjords that accompany this vast and secluded region. Entire colonies of native Magellanic penguins toddle on the shore while elephant seals, dolphins and multiple species of whales frolic in the iridescent ocean.
From marine scientists to anthropologists, mountaineers to photographers and engineers to sailors, the guides that accompany a voyage on the Stella Australis are a diverse group of passionate and knowledgeable experts on Patagonia and the wildlife of the region. Those interested in learning about the fascinating human history of the indigenous Yámana aboriginal settlements will appreciate the little Stella Australis-sponsored museum located in in the old radio station at historic Wulaia Bay.
Preservation of the environment takes precedence here, and the Stella Australis works closely with the Chilean government and independent environmental bodies to safeguard the area. As this boat is the only regular traverser of these Patagonian fjords, its crew have been trained by CEQUA to collect samples, record iceberg formations and examine the flora and fauna of the place. This data is then delivered to scientists in Punta Arenas on a weekly basis to aid with their important research programmes.
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
Are you ready to discover extraordinary once again?