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Itinerary: Mare Australis 8 Day/7Night - Punta Arenas
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Punto Arenas
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| Day 1 : | Punta Arenas |
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| Day 2 : | Ainsworth Bay - Tucker Islet |
| Day 3 : | Pia Glacier - Glacier Alley |
| Day 4 : | Cape Horn - Puerto Williams |
| Day 5 : | Ushuaia |
| Day 6 : | Revisit the Cape - Wulaia Bay |
| Day 7 : | Gunther Pluschow Glacier |
| Day 8 : | Magdelena Island - Punta Arenas |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| B | A | AA | AAA | Extra Bed (Triple) | Single | ||
| 8 | Sep 27, 2008 Oct 4, 2008 Oct 11, 2008 Oct 18, 2008 Oct 25, 2008 Mar 21, 2009 Mar 28, 2009 Apr 4, 2009 Apr 11, 2009 Apr 18, 2009 |
$2,450 | $3,300 | $3,470 | $3,640 | $2,450 | $4,400 |
| 8 | Nov 1, 2008 Nov 8, 2008 Nov 15, 2008 Nov 22, 2008 Nov 29, 2008 Dec 6, 2008 Dec 13, 2008 Dec 20, 2008 Dec 27, 2008 Jan 3, 2009 Jan 10, 2009 Jan 17, 2009 Jan 24, 2009 Jan 31, 2009 Feb 7, 2009 Feb 10, 2009 Feb 17, 2009 Feb 24, 2009 Mar 7, 2009 Mar 14, 2009 |
$3,100 | $4,190 | $4,400 | $4,600 | $3,100 | $5,440 |
| Destinations : Argentina, Cape Horn, Chile, Patagonia, South America Activities : Cultural Activities, Modern History, Nature Viewing, Photography |
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The Mare Australis was built specifically to cruise Patagonia along the spectacular waterways around the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel. We'll visit such celebrated sights as Cape Horn, Marinelli and Pia Glaciers, and the charming town of Puerto Williams before venturing to Magdalena Island. Magdalena is home to a natural reserve of Magellan penguins, cormorants, and other sea birds. Follow the path of famous explorers around the end of the world - unique Patagonia travel!
Day 1 : Punta Arenas
This afternoon in Punta Arenas we board the Mare Australis, a newly constructed, state-of-the-art cruise ship to begin our Patagonia travels. Check in from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Magallanes 990, Punta Arenas. 6:00 p.m., embark the Expedition Cruise Ship. The Captain and crew will give a welcome cocktail reception on board. Immediately afterward, the ship will set sail for the ”uttermost part of the earth.” Through the mythical Strait of Magellan, we will travel to Southern Patagonia, including Tierra de Fuego. This is the beginning of a Great Adventure. (D)
Day 2 : Ainsworth Bay - Tucker Islet
During the dawn’s early light, our ship will continue navigating through Almirantazgo Inlet, until arriving near Marinelli Glacier in Ainsworth Bay, where we will enjoy a walk to discover a beaver dam in the midst of a marvelous Magellanic forest. On the beach we will observe a colony of Elephant Seals. Continuing the voyage, we will visit Tucker Islet, where we will sight colonies of Magellanic penguins and Cormorants from the Zodiac boats. (B,L,D)
Day 3 : Pia Glacier - Glacier Alley
We will navigate the main part of the Beagle Channel to enter Pia Bay and disembark near the glacier of the same name. We will take an excursion to a look-out point that is ideal for viewing the mountain range where the glacier originates, and its flow all the way to the sea. After this unforgettable experience, we will sail again along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel through majestic “Glacier Alley”: Spain, Romanche, Germany, Italy, France and Holland glaciers. (B,L,D)
Day 4 : Cape Horn - Puerto Williams
We will sail through the Beagle and Murray Channels to disembark in Cape Horn National Park (weather permitting). Cape Horn, a sheer, almost 425-meter-high promontory, where the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean merge.
In the afternoon, we will disembark in Puerto Williams, the southernmost town in the world, where you can take optional excursions, such as the visit to Martin Gusinde Museum or to take part in one trekking to the La Bandera hill. (B,L,D)
Day 5 : Ushuaia
Early this morning we arrive in Ushuaia, the most important city on the Argentinean side of Tierra del Fuego. Ushuaia is the entrance to the Tierra del Fuego National Park and we use this base as a jumping off point to explore all the wonders of this landscape where the forests and mountains meet the sea. (B,D)
This is the point where passengers disembark from the Punta Arenas-Ushuaia sector and others board for the Ushuaia-Punta Arenas cruise. If you're doing the 8-day continuous journey, the day is free to explore the area as you wish. If you're ending your Patagonia travels here, we can make arrangements for your return flights home.
Day 6 : Revisit the Cape - Wulaia Bay
Today we revisit the spectacular Cape Horn National Park. We will sail through the Beagle and Murray Channels to disembark in Cape Horn National Park (weather permitting). Cape Horn was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in June, 2005. In the afternoon we will disembark in historical Wulaia Bay, once the site of one of the region’s largest native settlements. This area is also renowned for the spectacular beauty of its vegetation and geography. We will walk through a Magellanic forest filled with Lengas, Coigües, Canelos, ferns and other species to reach a look-out point. (B,L,D)
Day 7 : Gunther Pluschow Glacier
We will disembark near the Gunther Plüschow Glacier and approach to Piloto and Nena glaciers from the Zodiac boats, providing us with a closer look at these awe-inspiring masses of ancient ice. (B,L,D)
Day 8 : Magdelena Island - Punta Arenas
Early in the morning, we will disembark on Magdalena Island, the home of an immense colony of more than 120,000 Magellanic Penguins that we will be able to observe during our walk to the Lighthouse that guides different ships on their way through the Strait of Magellan.
After our visit, we will return to Punta Arenas, disembarking at 11:30 a.m., concluding our adventure.
Catch an afternoon flight to Santiago and connecting flight homeward, or with a bit more time you can add an extension to Torres del Paine, go rafting in the Lakes District, help a Mapuche family with the annual Araucaria seed harvest, explore the Atacama desert, or enjoy a trip through wine country to continue your Patagonia travel adventures. (B)
Check in starts every Saturday at 13:00 hrs. until 18:00 hrs. in Muelle Arturo Prat, O'Higgins 1401 at Punta Arenas. Boarding time is from 18:00 hrs. until 19:00 hrs. Departure is at 20:00 hrs.The embarkation starts every Wednesday from 17:00 until 19:00 hrs. directly on board at Ushuaia's harbour. Departure is at 20:00 hrs. Passengers must be on board at least one hour before the departure.
During the cruise there will be interesting talks on the wildlife, history and geography of this legendary region given by the Mare Australis Expedition Group. The talks will take place both on board (with audio-visual support) and on land.
Flights to/from Punta Arenas or Ushuaia are not included. These may have been included in your main tour. However, if not, each flight costs around US$205 (flight cost subject to change). Hotel transfers are also extra and we will happily arrange them for you.
Prices include a 3% cash discount.
Ship Description: MV Mare Australis
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Mare Australis
Built in 2002, the M/V Mare Australis has 63 cabins with private facilities and panoramic windows, and offers travelers a comfortable experience with 4 decks, 2 lounges, and a restaurant that serves exquisite regional and international cuisine. This expedition cruise ship also boasts a game room, small library, gift shop, a doctor on board - and, of course, magnificent panoramic views from the lounges, decks, and dining room.
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B 7 cabins located on the first deck, each with two twin beds, large window, and private facilities. |
A 29 cabins located on the second deck, with one double or two twin beds. All have a large window and private facilities. |
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AA 18 cabins on the third deck, with one double or two twin beds. All have a large window and private facilities. |
AAA10 cabins on deck 4 with two twin beds or one double bed. All have a large window and private facilities. |
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Extra Bed (Triple) 6 AA cabins, 3 A cabins, and 3 B cabins have an additional high berth, increasing their capacity to a triple. |
Single Single rates apply for all cabins. Solo travelers are assigned A or AA cabins. |
