Antarctica, Patagonia
54° 6′ S 69° 21′ W
Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords
Highlights
Seek out Antarctica’s iconic wildlife – including penguins, seals, and orcas
Marvel at incandescent icebergs using our fleet of kayaks and Zodiacs
Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords and explore spectacular Glacier Alley, where monumental glaciers calve into the sea
Hike among the snowcapped “horns” of Torres del Paine National Park and enjoy special access to Karukinka Natural Park, the largest protected land area in Tierra del Fuego
Cruise the waters of Francisco Coloane Marine Park, searching for the humpback whales and dolphins that inhabit this vast marine reserve
Day by Day
Multiple routes available
Some departures follow a modified itinerary. Please refer to departure dates for exact routing of your departure.
2023 Expedition
Punta Arenas, Chile
Ushuaia, Argentina
Days 1-2
U.S. / Santiago, Chile
Depart on an overnight flight to Santiago. Settle into the Mandarin Oriental (or similar) before a guided overview of the vibrant Chilean capital backed by the Andes. Meals are on your own, except for lunch, which is included on Day 2.
Meals Included: Lunch
Days 1-2
U.S. / Santiago, ChileDepart on an overnight flight to Santiago. Settle into the Mandarin Oriental (or similar) before a guided overview of the vibrant Chilean capital backed by the Andes. Meals are on your own, except for lunch, which is included on Day 2.
Meals Included: Lunch
Day 3
Punta Arenas / Embark Ship
Today we fly from Santiago to Punta Arenas, Chile’s southern gateway to Patagonia, where we'll embark our ship.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Punta Arenas / Embark ShipToday we fly from Santiago to Punta Arenas, Chile’s southern gateway to Patagonia, where we'll embark our ship.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park and Ainsworth Bay
Cruise to Tierra del Fuego and venture into the archipelago’s largest protected land area: Karukinka Natural Park. Visit this private reserve by special permission, searching for Andean foxes, guanacos, black-browed albatrosses, and more. Then sail to Ainsworth Bay, a stunning fjord surrounded by subpolar forest, keeping an eye out for elephant seals.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Tierra del Fuego: Karukinka Natural Park and Ainsworth BayCruise to Tierra del Fuego and venture into the archipelago’s largest protected land area: Karukinka Natural Park. Visit this private reserve by special permission, searching for Andean foxes, guanacos, black-browed albatrosses, and more. Then sail to Ainsworth Bay, a stunning fjord surrounded by subpolar forest, keeping an eye out for elephant seals.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Francisco Coloane Marine Park
Today we enter the Strait of Magellan to explore Francisco Coloane Marine Park. The park covers more than 165,000 acres of land and sea and is home to an abundance of wildlife, including humpback whales, two species of sea lions, and Magellanic penguins. Cruise along the coastline by Zodiac and kayak to watch for black and white Peale’s dolphins, the endangered Chilean dolphin, and Andean condors.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Francisco Coloane Marine ParkToday we enter the Strait of Magellan to explore Francisco Coloane Marine Park. The park covers more than 165,000 acres of land and sea and is home to an abundance of wildlife, including humpback whales, two species of sea lions, and Magellanic penguins. Cruise along the coastline by Zodiac and kayak to watch for black and white Peale’s dolphins, the endangered Chilean dolphin, and Andean condors.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine Park
Early this morning we dock in picturesque Puerto Natales before heading out to explore majestic Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Set out by foot or by vehicle across the windswept, rugged landscape, which spans more than 550,000 acres and harbors an astounding variety of geological forms, from the soaring granite pillars of the “horns” and windswept grasslands to rivers, glaciers, and gem-colored lagoons. Keep an eye out for guanacos, rheas, foxes, and armadillos.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine ParkEarly this morning we dock in picturesque Puerto Natales before heading out to explore majestic Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Set out by foot or by vehicle across the windswept, rugged landscape, which spans more than 550,000 acres and harbors an astounding variety of geological forms, from the soaring granite pillars of the “horns” and windswept grasslands to rivers, glaciers, and gem-colored lagoons. Keep an eye out for guanacos, rheas, foxes, and armadillos.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Puerto Natales / Kirke Narrows
Local pilots join our captain on the bridge to guide us through the winding Kirke Narrows, accessible only to small expedition ships. We then continue our discovery of the Chilean fjords where we may explore by ship or take a forest walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Puerto Natales / Kirke NarrowsLocal pilots join our captain on the bridge to guide us through the winding Kirke Narrows, accessible only to small expedition ships. We then continue our discovery of the Chilean fjords where we may explore by ship or take a forest walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 8-9
Exploring the Chilean Fjords
Sail into southern Patagonia’s vast wilderness of forested isles, mirror-like lakes, and snowcapped peaks. Myriad fjords cut between soaring granite walls and waterfalls tumble from high above. Explore the region known as Chile’s “Glacier Alley,” part of the UNESCO- recognized Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve. Cruise into the secluded Pia Fjord, admiring views of its massive glacier, and glide into Garibaldi Fjord in Alberto de Agostini National Park, where the Andes meet the sea. Get up close to the monumental wall of ice that marks the edge of Garibaldi Glacier, exploring by Zodiac or kayak. Continue to Agostini Fjord, where numerous glaciers originate from the nearby mountains, for a chance to witness thunderous glacial calving.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 8-9
Exploring the Chilean FjordsSail into southern Patagonia’s vast wilderness of forested isles, mirror-like lakes, and snowcapped peaks. Myriad fjords cut between soaring granite walls and waterfalls tumble from high above. Explore the region known as Chile’s “Glacier Alley,” part of the UNESCO- recognized Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve. Cruise into the secluded Pia Fjord, admiring views of its massive glacier, and glide into Garibaldi Fjord in Alberto de Agostini National Park, where the Andes meet the sea. Get up close to the monumental wall of ice that marks the edge of Garibaldi Glacier, exploring by Zodiac or kayak. Continue to Agostini Fjord, where numerous glaciers originate from the nearby mountains, for a chance to witness thunderous glacial calving.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
At Sea / Drake Passage
Sail to Antarctica via the Drake Passage, named after 16th-century English admiral Sir Francis Drake. Watch for dozens of species of seabirds gliding alongside our ship—including the albatross, which boasts the longest wingspan of any extant bird—and enjoy talks from our onboard naturalists about the wildlife and geology that await us on the Antarctic Peninsula.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
At Sea / Drake PassageSail to Antarctica via the Drake Passage, named after 16th-century English admiral Sir Francis Drake. Watch for dozens of species of seabirds gliding alongside our ship—including the albatross, which boasts the longest wingspan of any extant bird—and enjoy talks from our onboard naturalists about the wildlife and geology that await us on the Antarctic Peninsula.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 11-16
Exploring Antarctica
With long hours of daylight at this time of year, we have ample opportunities to explore. Our schedule is flexible, allowing us to take advantage of the unexpected, whether we are watching whales at play off the bow of our ship or enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise amid glittering icebergs. One day, we might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level; embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags; or walk on a beach amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins. The next day, we might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. Our expert expedition team enriches our experiences.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 11-16
Exploring AntarcticaWith long hours of daylight at this time of year, we have ample opportunities to explore. Our schedule is flexible, allowing us to take advantage of the unexpected, whether we are watching whales at play off the bow of our ship or enjoying an evening Zodiac cruise amid glittering icebergs. One day, we might set out by kayak to encounter towering icebergs at water level; embark on a Zodiac excursion in search of seals and blue-eyed shags; or walk on a beach amid thousands of Adélie and gentoo penguins. The next day, we might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through pack ice. Our expert expedition team enriches our experiences.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 17-18
At Sea
Relax onboard and enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America at Cape Horn and witness the dramatic meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans en route to Ushuaia, Argentina.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 17-18
At SeaRelax onboard and enjoy the ship’s amenities as the coast of Antarctica disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America at Cape Horn and witness the dramatic meeting of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans en route to Ushuaia, Argentina.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 19-20
Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Fly to Buenos Aires or Santiago
Disembark in Ushuaia and board our flight to Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution) to connect with your overnight flight home. Breakfast and lunch are included on Day 19, then meals are on your own.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Days 19-20
Ushuaia / Disembark Ship / Fly to Buenos Aires or SantiagoDisembark in Ushuaia and board our flight to Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution) to connect with your overnight flight home. Breakfast and lunch are included on Day 19, then meals are on your own.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins. Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. More details.
ROUTING REMINDER: Some departures follow a modified itinerary. Please confirm with an Expedition Specialist or the Lindblad Expeditions Air Department before making flight arrangements.
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