Cruise Description
6-Day Southern Chile Cruise Aboard M/V Skorpios II – From Puerto Montt to Glaciar San Rafael
Journey through southern Chile on board the M/V Skorpios II, embarking on a captivating 6-day cruise that takes you deep into the wilderness, reaching as far south as Glaciar San Rafael in the Northern Patagonian Ice Field.
Starting and ending in the Lakes District capital of Puerto Montt, located some 1000 km south of Santiago, this itinerary includes 5 days at sea and covers an impressive 1300 km through vast archipelagos and winding channels.
Explore Quemchi, a peaceful town on the eastern shores of Chiloé Island, known for its rustic stilt homes and bustling handicraft market stalls.
Discover the quaint fishing village of Puerto Aguirre, where fishermen first settled in 1940, and wander along an austral forest trail leading to a scenic lookout over islet-dotted waters.
Venture to Islote Barrientos, home to one of Chile’s largest bird colonies, where you’ll encounter kelp gulls, rock shags, red-legged cormorants, and imperial shags in their natural rocky islet habitat.
The highlight of your cruise is arriving at Glaciar San Rafael, a spectacular glacier famous for its constant calving. Stretching some 120 km and towering up to 60 meters high, this majestic glacier is accessible only by water, offering a truly breathtaking sight.
Though flying may get you to Patagonia faster, this 6-day cruise delivers an unparalleled immersion into Chile’s southern fjords and glaciers, making every moment unforgettable.
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