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Stella Australis

A purpose-built expedition vessel offering scenic voyages across the remote fjords of southern Patagonia.
Starting at:
Per Person
USD$ 2,916
Up to 15% savings
4 Itineraries
5 - 8 Days
Medium Size
200 Guests
Service Level
Mid-Range
Starting at:
Per Person
USD$ 2,916
Up to 15% savings

Highlights

  • Shallow draft and custom design allow navigation through remote fjords and narrow channels unreachable by larger vessels.
  • Panoramic lounges and an open-bridge policy ensure nonstop access to spectacular glacier views and wildlife sightings.
  • Expert-led daily shore landings in Zodiacs reveal dramatic Patagonian wilderness, from towering ice walls to colonies of Magellanic penguins.

Purpose-built for navigating the wild waterways of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, Stella Australis is a stylish, 100-cabin expedition vessel offering an unforgettable voyage to the southernmost reaches of the Americas. With a capacity of just 200 passengers, this boutique cruise experience strikes the perfect balance between comfort and exploration.

Life On Board

Inside, the décor is warm and contemporary, with her generous cabins—most featuring large picture windows to maximize your connection with the spectacular scenery outside—offering a quiet retreat after active days ashore. Social spaces are relaxed and inviting, including three spacious lounges with wraparound views, a single open-seating dining room serving fine regional cuisine, and a welcoming ambiance where fellow adventurers become fast friends.

Life aboard Stella Australis is built around discovery and immersion. Between excursions, guests can unwind in observation lounges lined with floor-to-ceiling windows or step out onto the open decks to breathe in the raw southern air and keep an eye out for passing whales, dolphins, or soaring condors.

The all-Chilean crew is passionate, professional, and deeply knowledgeable about the region’s ecology and culture. Daily lectures and multimedia briefings enrich the experience, helping guests connect more deeply with the wild lands they’re exploring. With an open bridge policy, you’re invited to engage with the navigation proces...

Specifications

  • Guests
    200
  • Staff & Crew
    65
  • Guide & Crew to Guest Ratios
    1:20 & 1:3.1
  • Guest to Space Ratio
    1:23
  • Number of Decks
    5
  • Number of Cabins
    100
  • Zodiacs & Loading Bays
    6
  • Year Built
    2010
  • Ice Class
    No
  • Length
    292.0 ft (89.0 m)
  • Beam
    47.9 ft (14.6 m)
  • Draft
    11.3 ft (3.45 m)
  • Cruising Speed
    12.5 kn
  • Stabilizers
    No

Amenities

cocktail
Bar
armchair
Lounge
cutlery
Restaurant

Cabins

There are 6 cabin types available

Superior double

2 Guests, Double
220 ft² (20.5 m²)
2 Cabins

Superior window

2 Guests, Double
220 ft² (20.5 m²)
2 Cabins

Standard double

2 Guests, Double
177 ft² (16.5 m²)
23 Cabins

Standard window

2 Guests, Double
177 ft² (16.5 m²)
36 Cabins

Twin A

2 Guests, Double/Twin
177 ft² (16.5 m²)
34 Cabins

Twin B

2 Guests, Twin
177 ft² (16.5 m²)
3 Cabins

Itineraries

There are 4 itineraries available
Fjords of Tierra del Fuego
5 Days
Up to 15% savings

Fjords of Tierra del Fuego

An unforgettable Patagonian odyssey through mythic channels, glacier-carved fjords, penguin-peppered islets, and the legendary Cape Horn — where raw nature and exploration lore converge.
Length: 5 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: Ainsworth Bay, Tuckers Islets, Glacier Alley, Pia Glacier, + 1 More
USD$ 2,916 - USD$ 6,607
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Patagonian Explorer
5 Days
Up to 15% savings

Patagonian Explorer

Voyage to the edge of the world—through icy fjords, explorer routes, and wild lands ruled by penguins, sea lions & ancient forests.
Length: 5 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Cape Horn National Park, Wulaia bay, Pia Glacier, Aguila glacier, + 2 More
USD$ 2,916 - USD$ 6,607
Per Person
Darwin's Route From Punta Arenas
8 Days
Up to 9% savings

Darwin's Route From Punta Arenas

A once-in-a-lifetime journey through Patagonia’s wild heart—where myth, ice, and wildlife meet at the edge of the world.
Length: 8 Days
Embarkation: Punta Arenas
Sites: Ainsworth Bay, Tuckers Islets, Pia Glacier, Glacier Alley, + 6 More
USD$ 5,519 - USD$ 12,293
Per Person
Darwin's Route From Ushuaia
8 Days
Up to 6% savings

Darwin's Route From Ushuaia

A thrilling journey through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, where glaciers, ancient forests, and Cape Horn evoke true adventure.
Length: 8 Days
Embarkation: Ushuaia
Sites: Cape Horn National Park, Wulaia bay, Pia Glacier, Aguila glacier, + 6 More
USD$ 7,195 - USD$ 12,293
Per Person
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