Darwin's Route From Ushuaia
Highlights
- Land at Cape Horn, one of the planet’s most elusive and dramatic headlands, steeped in maritime legend and raw elemental power.
- Explore Patagonia’s ice age wonders by Zodiac at Pia, Porter, Aguila, Condor & Marinelli Glaciers—where ice meets sea in style.
- Visit remote islands alive with Magellanic penguins, sea lions, and cormorants amid surreal sub-Antarctic wilderness.
Set sail on a rare and riveting expedition to the far south of the South American continent—a land sculpted by wind, water, and time. This 9-day round-trip voyage from Ushuaia ventures deep into the fjords, channels, and glacier-lined shores of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, bringing you face-to-face with the last wild frontiers before Antarctica. You’ll trace the historic routes of early explorers and indigenous canoeists while discovering a living tapestry of sub-Antarctic wildlife, ancient forests, and towering blue-ice glaciers.
Timed for the shoulder seasons of September and April, this itinerary offers dramatic light, fewer crowds, and exceptional wildlife sightings as migratory species—like Magellanic penguins and sea lions—gather along the coastlines. From the windswept isles of Magdalena or Marta to the icy corridors of Glacier Alley, the journey delivers one breathtaking view after another, both from your ship’s decks and on immersive Zodiac excursions.
You’ll hike through the moss-draped forests of Wulaia Bay, cruise beneath ice walls that calve into the sea, and—if weather permits—step ashore at Cape Horn, a rare and emotional feat achieved by only a fortunate few. Onboard, enjoy expert lectures that deepen your understanding of the region’s ecology and exploration history, while off-ship excursions offer flexible levels of activity for every type of adventurer.
This voyage is more than a cruise—it’s a true expedition. You’ll come away with a profound sense of wonder and accomplishment, having touched remote places that feel untouched by time. It’s a perfect journey for intrepid travelers, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone drawn to the majesty of raw wilderness and the thrill of the unknown.
About the Darwin's Route From Ushuaia
Set sail on a rare and riveting expedition to the far south of the South American continent—a land sculpted by wind, water, and time. This 9-day round-trip voyage from Ushuaia ventures deep into the fjords, channels, and glacier-lined shores of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, bringing you face-to-face with the last wild frontiers before Antarctica. You’ll trace the historic routes of early explorers and indigenous canoeists while discovering a living tapestry of sub-Antarctic wildlife, ancient forests, and towering blue-ice glaciers.
Timed for the shoulder seasons of September and April, this itinerary offers dramatic light, fewer crowds, and exceptional wildlife sightings as migratory species—like Magellanic penguins and sea lions—gather along the coastlines. From the windswept isles of Magdalena or Marta to the icy corridors of Glacier Alley, the journey delivers one breathtaking view after another, both from your ship’s decks and on immersive Zodiac excursions.
You’ll hike through the moss-draped forests of Wulaia Bay, cruise beneath ice walls that calve into the sea, and—if weather permits—step ashore at Cape Horn, a rare and emotional feat achieved by only a fortunate few. Onboard, enjoy expert lectures that deepen your understanding of the region’s ecology and exploration history, while off-ship excursions offer flexible levels of activity for every type of adventurer.
This voyage is more than a cruise—it’s a true expedition. You’ll come away with a profound sense of wonder and accomplishment, having touched remote places that feel untouched by time. It’s a perfect journey for intrepid travelers, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone drawn to the majesty of raw wilderness and the thrill of the unknown.
Itinerary Day to Day
Ushuaia check-in
Between 10:00 and 17:00 hrs, we will check-in at the office of Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo, to embark at 6:00 PM. After boarding, we will gather on the fifth deck for a welcome toast and to meet the Captain and his crew. The ship will sail to the far south immediately after. Through the mythical Beagle Channel and the Strait of Magellan, we will travel through Patagonia and the channels of Tierra del Fuego.
Cape Horn and Wulaia Bay
Pia Glacier and Porter Glacier
Aguila glacier and Condor glacier
Magdalena Island and Punta Arenas
Ainsworth bay and Tuckers Islands
Pia glacier and Glacier Alley
Cape Horn and Wulaia bay
Ushuaia
Route Map
IMPORTANT: The excursions described in the itineraries are typically feasible. However, the Ship Operator reserves the right to modify, alter, or omit parts of this itinerary without prior notice, whether for the welfare and safety of passengers, the preservation of the environment, or in the event of any extraordinary circumstance, fortuitous event, or force majeure. The departure or arrival of vessels may be subject to potential changes. Bird and animal sightings cannot be guaranteed, as their precise locations are variable.
What's Included
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8 days / 7 nights. All-inclusive trip.
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Sea transportation.
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Meals and drinks. Full board – Open bar.
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Presentations.
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Expeditions: zodiac and land activities.
What's Excluded
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Gratuities (US$ 25 per person per night is recommended).
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Purchases from the onboard store.
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Optional tours or activities outside the itinerary.
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Transfers in Punta Arenas or Ushuaia and any immigration fees.
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Government port fees, taxes and national park fees (boarding taxes) which for the 2025-2026 season are as follows: 1)Punta Arenas to Ushuaia route: US $135 per person. 2)Ushuaia to Punta Arenas route: US $135 per person. 3) Punta Arenas to Ushuaia to Punta Arenas route: US $150 per person. 4) Ushuaia to Punta Arenas to Ushuaia route: US $150 per person. These government port fees/taxes and national park fees may change at the discretion of port authorities.
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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego
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Patagonian Explorer
Darwin's Route From Punta Arenas
Patagonia & Chilean Fjords (Northbound)