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.
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
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.
Twin beds or double bed, upper or lower bunk berth, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Atenas Deck - Double Cabin
Acropolis Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Acropolis Deck - Double Cabin
Parthenon Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds or double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Parthenon Deck - Double Cabin
Athos Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Athos Deck - Double Cabin
Olympo Deck - Double Cabin
Twin beds or double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Olympo Deck - Double Cabin
Athos Deck - Junior Suite
Large matrimonial bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and sitting area.
Athos Deck - Junior Suite
Olympo Deck - Master Suite
Large matrimonial bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, television, safety deposit box and lounge area.
Olympo Deck - Master Suite
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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