Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

Pricing based on Departure Date Mar 13 – 27, 2025

Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

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. 

EXPEDITION IN BRIEF

• 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

Rates include the following:

• An official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
• Leadership throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Team, including shore landings and other activities
• All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
• All shore landings as per the daily program
• Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
• All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage. Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals
• Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner
• Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
• A photographic journal documenting your expedition
• A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
• Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
• All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
• All luggage handling aboard the ship
• Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
• One 10- to 15-minute helicopter flightseeing excursion (weather and logistics permitting)
• Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee and ground transfers
• Estancia visit and ground transfers
• Lunches ashore during Puerto Natales/Torres del Paine excursion days
• Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data intensive applications.)

Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Cape Horn, Pia and Garibaldi Glaciers, Glacier Alley, Dainelli (Aguila) Glacier, Chilean Fjords, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, Canal de las Montañas, Tuckers Islets, Ainsworth Bay, Islote Albatros, Bahia Brookes, Marta Island, Punta Arenas, Santiago (Valparaiso)

All fares are displayed in Australian Dollars and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.