Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine
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- COVID-19protected
- Cruise
- Polar expeditions and cruise
- Family
- Luxury
- duration 15 days
- tour type Cruise
- age requirement 8-99 yrs
- max group size 20
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-31741
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Encounter iconic wildlife, such as Magellanic penguins, sea lions and seabirds
- Experience some of the world’s most remote glacial and fjord systems, including Glacier Alley
- Retrace Darwin’s route through the Beagle Channel and learn about the storied history of southern Chile
- Cruise in a Zodiac for a unique perspective of glaciers, fjords and channels
- Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the landscape
Retrace Charles Darwin’s epic voyage to the ‘edge of the world’ on our Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine expedition, a comprehensive journey into Chile’s spectacular network of fjords and channels. Helicopter flightseeing and Zodiac cruises along this enchanting stretch of coastline provide awe-inspiring perspectives of some of the most remote and picturesque landscapes on Earth. From Magellanic penguin colonies and other seabirds to South American sea lions and southern elephant seals, the fascinating array of wildlife is as abundant as the majestic blue-toned tidewater glaciers. Join us in this enchanting wonderland and experience all the natural splendors of southern Patagonia. By coming aboard for this special journey, you will also be among the first guests to experience our pioneering new vessel, Ultramarine. This purpose-built vessel is designed to extend the boundaries of exploration and offer an unmatched experience, including a flightseeing tour you’ll never forget and a range of adventure options more extensive than any other ship in its class. We’re excited to host you on your unforgettable adventure! Please feel free to reach out to our team of Polar Travel Advisers, who are happy to answer your questions and provide assistance at any time.
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Overview
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Day 1 : Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Day 2 : Fly to Ushuaia and Embark
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Day 3 : Cape Horn
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Days 4 and 5 : Pia and Garibaldi Glaciers, Glacier Alley
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Day 5 : Pia and Garibaldi Glaciers, Glacier Alley
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Day 6 : Dainelli (Aguila) Glacier
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Day 7 : Cruising the Chilean Fjords
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Days 8 and 9 : Puerto Natales and Torres Del Paine National Park
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Day 10 : Canal de las Montañas
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Day 11 : Tuckers Islets
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Day 12 : Ainsworth Bay and Islote Albatros
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Day 13 : Bahia Brookes
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Day 14 : Marta Island
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Day 15 : Disembark in Punta Arenas and Fly to Santiago, Chile
- 1 Breakfast and 1 Lunch
- Beer and house wine during dinner
- Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduled
- Photographic journal documenting the expedition
- Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- Official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- Hair dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Arctic/Antarctic Reader
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person
- Mandatory price included
- International airfare
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Earn US$ 350+ in travel credits.
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- No credit card or booking fees.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine tour. You can cancel the tour up to 125 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 124 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 05 September 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 05 September 2024, a deposit of 20% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 124 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceEssential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Clean and healthy vessels that meet international certifications for infection prevention is ensured.
- For the duration of the expedition, you will be only interacting with your fellow pre-screened passengers and Quark Expeditions staff.
- This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day.