Aerial view of the city of Puerto Montt known as a gateway to the Andes mountains, Tenglo channel and Reloncavi Sound, Chile.
Two Black-browed Albatross in flight at Karukinka Nature Park, Jackson Bay, Chile, South America
Zodiac and Waterfall, Garibaldi Fjord,  Darwin Range, Augustini National Park, Tierra Del Fuego, Patagonia, Chile
Adult guanaco in Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile.
Lapageria rosea, Chile's national flower, near bloom overlooking the mountains of Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile
Aerial view of the city of Puerto Montt known as a gateway to the Andes mountains, Tenglo channel and Reloncavi Sound, Chile.
ExpeditionsExploring Patagonia’s National Parks from Punta Arenas to Puerto Montt

Exploring Patagonia’s National Parks from Punta Arenas to Puerto Montt 

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Experience the full sweep of Patagonia at close range, from charming Chiloé Island to the wilds of Tierra del Fuego and the pinnacles of Torres del Paine National Park. Aboard the powerful yet nimble National Geographic Resolution, you’ll navigate the region’s winding network of fjords, channels and isles to access remote corners that reveal incandescent icebergs, gigantic glacial fields and ancient forests. Explore a swath of the breathtakingly scenic Route of the Parks, including Karukinka Reserve, which you’ll visit with special permission, and spot the myriad creatures that thrive within this vast, natural kingdom.  

Highlights

Rreflections from the bow of the National Geographic Explorer, Agostini Fjord, Chilean Fjords, Patagonia, Chile, South America
  • Discover four national parks, including iconic Torres del Paine National Park, with its epic granite peaks, and Pumalín Douglas Tompkins National Park, where you’ll hike through forests of Sequoia-sized alerce trees

  • Enjoy special access to Karukinka Natural Park in the wild heart of Tierra del Fuego to spot albatrosses, Andean condors, flying steamer ducks and more

  • Sail the legendary Beagle Channel and venture deep into the Chilean fjords to explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot

  • Visit Chiloé Island, a World Heritage site beloved by Chileans and known for its brightly colored wooden stilt houses

  • Capture the region’s boundless photo ops, from dramatic landscapes to captivating wildlife like guanacos and elephant seals, with help from a National Geographic photographer and a certified photo instructor

From

$25,490

/ per person

Does not include any flights

dates
Mar
duration
17 Days
starts at
Punta Arenas, Chile
ends at
Puerto Montt, Chile

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Patagonia and Beyond 2024-26

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From

$25,490

/ per person

dates
Mar
duration
17 Days
starts at
Punta Arenas, Chile
ends at
Puerto Montt, Chile

View our brochure for more details

Patagonia and Beyond 2024-26

From

$25,490

/ per person

dates
Mar
duration
17 Days
starts at
Punta Arenas, Chile
ends at
Puerto Montt, Chile

View our brochure for more details

Patagonia and Beyond 2024-26

Ships

Guests explore by zodiac from the ship National Geographic Resolution against the picturesque backdrop of the Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Chile.

National Geographic Resolution

GUESTS 138

CABINS 76

DECKS 6

The second of two new polar builds, the National Geographic Resolution is named to honor the second voyage of the legendary Captain James Cook.

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Expedition Team

Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

Captain Andrew Cook with guests and Staff on the Bridge of National Geographic Venture, Baja California, Mexico

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