Sailing out of Puerto Natales, this 5-day cruise will take you through the Magellanic fjords and channels. The landscape is simply breathtaking; 15 incredible glaciers, multi-coloured ice floes, and encounters with an abundance of Patagonian flora and fauna in all its natural glory. Enjoy activities on land as you disembark on nearby beaches and hike to spectacular viewpoints with unobstructed sightings of the glaciers.
South America
Kaweskar Cruise to the Southern Ice Field
5 Days aboard MV Skorpios III. From USD $2,520pp.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Sail the Kaweskar route through spectacular and pristine nature
- Notable icons on the Southern Ice Fields include Amalia, El Brujo and Bernal glaciers
- Hiking and zodiac cruising
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Embark ship in Puerto Natales and set sail in the evening
- Day 2: Enter the Guillard Fjord and departure southbound through the Pitt Channel
- Day 3: Arrive at Amalia glacier and disembark at a nearby beach for hiking
- Day 4: Cross through Montanas Fjord and disembark on Bernal Glacier
- Day 5: Disembark in Puerto Natales and departure
Travelling with Eclipse
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- Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
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- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
- Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.
Day 1
10.30 a.m. Start of embarkment. 1 p.m. Departure from Skorpios terminal. Ship safety talk, on a location to be indicated. 2 p.m. Lunch. Navigation in the Almirante Montt Gulf. 4.30 p.m. Arrival at Caleta Juarez in Guardramiro Fjord and disembarkation on boats to see up close a colony of elephant seals. 6 p.m. Departure, crossing Kirke narrows, Morla Vicuna, Union, Collingwood, and Sarmiento channels.
Day 2
8 a.m. We continue sailing north through the Pitt Channel. On the port side, Chatham Island, to enter the Guillard Fjord at 10 a.m. Navigation within the fjord to the Guillard Glacier. 11 a.m. Disembark at the glacier and hike around the place. 1.30 p.m. Lunch. 3.30 p.m. Disembarkation on boats for a tour through the Glacier’s channels. 5.00 p.m. Navigation to Sarratea Bay. 6.00 p.m. Disembarkation for a boat ride around the place. (This excursion depends on sunlight and weather conditions) 7 p.m. Return to the ship. 8.00 p.m. Dinner on board. 12.00 midnight. Departure southbound through the Pitt Channel.
Day 3
8 a.m. Arrival at Amalia Glacier. The ship approaches the glacier. Panoramic view from the ship. 9.30 a.m. Disembarkation at a nearby beach to hike through sand, vegetation, and rocks, reaching a viewpoint from where you can see this beautiful glacier. 11.30 a.m. Navigation to El Brujo (the Warlock) Glacier begins. 2.00 p.m. Arrival at El Brujo Glacier. If weather and ice conditions allow it, the passengers can go down to see this glacier from a nearby rock. 3.30 p.m. Departure to the spectacular Calvo fjord. 5.10 p.m. Landfall at Calvo fjord, where we will make an excursion in a boat called Capitán Constantino (Captain Constantine), suitable for navigating among the ice, visiting Fernando, Capitán Constantino, and Alipio glaciers, among others. 8.00 p.m. Departure to the Fjord of the Mountains.
Day 4
9.00 a.m. Visit to the Fjord of the Mountains, where four glaciers can be observed which descend from the Sarmiento Mountain Range to the sea, two of which are in our logbook. 9.30 a.m. Visit to the Alsina Glacier, disembarkation in our exploration boats to visit this small bay and its eye-catching glacier, appreciating all its beauty and its enormous mountains that surround it. 10.30 a.m. Return to Skorpios III, we continue sailing through the Fjord of the Mountains towards the Bernal Glacier. 11.15 a.m. Disembarkation at the Glacier. The hike begins in the middle of a small native forest and then crosses a path that across a small glacial water lagoon. We continue the hike over the frontal and lateral moraines until we reach the front of the Glacier. From here, we will have the opportunity to touch some ice and watch the receding phase of a glacier that no longer reaches the sea. 12.45 p.m. Passengers return to the ship, which is in a supplying maneuver acquiring pure, natural water from a waterfall. This is water consumed on board for all the ship’s services. 2.00 p.m. The M/V Skorpios III continues sailing the Fjord of the Mountains. We will see the Herman and Zamudio glaciers from the ship. 5.45 p.m. Crossing the White narrows. 9.00 p.m. Farewell party, Captain’s dinner, dance. Navigation through Almirante Montt Gulf.
Day 5
Arrival in Puerto Natales between 2.00 and 7.00 a.m., depending on wind conditions, to dock at the Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Natales. 8.00 and 9.30 a.m. Disembarkation of passengers.
End of our services.
Next Departure Date: 21 Jan 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| Atenas Deck - Double Cabin | USD$2720pp | Contact us | |
| Acropolis Deck - Double Cabin | USD$2860pp | Contact us | |
| Parthenon Deck - Double Cabin | USD$2980pp | Contact us | |
| Athos Deck - Double Cabin | USD$2980pp | Contact us | |
| Olympo Deck - Double Cabin | USD$3130pp | Contact us | |
| Athos Deck - Junior Suite | USD$3390pp | Contact us | |
| Olympo Deck - Master Suite | USD$3690pp | Contact us | |
| 26 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 01 Feb 2025 - 05 Feb 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 06 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 12 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 17 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 23 Feb 2025 - 27 Feb 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 28 Feb 2025 - 04 Mar 2025 | USD$2720pp | ||
| 06 Mar 2025 - 10 Mar 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 11 Mar 2025 - 15 Mar 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 17 Mar 2025 - 21 Mar 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 22 Mar 2025 - 26 Mar 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 28 Mar 2025 - 01 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 02 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 07 Apr 2025 - 11 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 12 Apr 2025 - 16 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 17 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp | ||
| 23 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2025 | USD$2520pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Atenas Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds or double bed, upper or lower bunk berth, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Acropolis Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Parthenon Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds or double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Athos Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Olympo Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds or double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Athos Deck - Junior Suite
Large matrimonial bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Olympo Deck - Master Suite
Large matrimonial bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and lounge area.
MV Skorpios III Deckplan
Specifications
- Total Length: 70.00 m
- Power: 1,800 h.p.
- Speed: 14 knots
- Autonomy: 2000 miles
- Maximum capacity: 125
- Cabins: 55
- Crew members: 34
- Year: 1995
- Remodeling: 2012
- Classification: A.B.S.
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- All meals during the voyage
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Bilingual tour guide(s)
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Transfers
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Schedule and times may vary depending on weather conditions or force majeure. Likewise, disembarkation and duration will depend on the ship’s captain authorization, who will evaluate the safety and ice conditions of each location. The schedules of guides’ talks and activities will be indicated during navigation.
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