Patagonia
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Leave the crowds behind to set sail for remote wilderness and inspiring historic sights on our curated Patagonia cruises aboard small expedition ships. Experience the wildlife-filled Karukinka National Park and sail through the Beagle Channel to view Cape Horn, just like a true explorer. Navigate tight channels to get up close to glaciers. On each Patagonia cruise, aim to see penguins, condors, elephant seals and other unique wildlife.

AdventureSmith’s longstanding relationships with reputable companies that offer Patagonia adventure cruises not only create a reliable, safe, comfortable experience for our travelers, but also an exciting, wonder-filled trip that will live on in your memory. Our Adventure Specialists can help you sort through our 2024 and 2025 Patagonia cruise itineraries to help you know the best time to go and which trip is best for your interests.

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10 Day Cruise
Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Argentina's Staten Island

Embark into the unknown lands and islands of the southern tip of South America and visit places only now accessible to travelers on this Chilean fjords cruise. Take in seldom-seen channels, waterfalls and glaciers while searching for wildlife within this rugged, magnificent land.

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5 Day Cruise
Fjords of Tierra del Fuego - Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

The 5-day Fjords of Tierra del Fuego cruise aboard the 210-guest Stella or Ventus Australis begins in Punta Arenas, Chile, and ends in Ushuaia, Argentina. Explore Glacier Alley, Darwin Mountains, Magellanic penguins in Tucker Islet, elephant seals in Ainsworth Bay, plus Wulaia Bay, Cape Horn and more.

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15 Day Cruise
Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords & Torres del Paine Cruise

Cruise from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas, plus enjoy 2 full days exploring Torres del Paine National Park on this Chile cruise aboard 199-guest Ultramarine. Spend 15 days retracing Charles Darwin's epic "voyage to the edge of the world," with a modern twist: an included flightseeing excursion by helicopter, right from the ship.

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Patagonia Cruises

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The Patagonia coastline is a complex web of inlets, bays, fingers and veins that allow for the only exploration to be done via expedition ship. Thus, Patagonia cruises create unique opportunities for exploration into remote areas with no roads, towns or life other than the inhabitants of the sky and sea. Follow the experts who know the area intimately and lay your eyes on incredible towering granite cliffs filled with birds, luminescent blue glaciers, sharp and stunning snow-capped mountains and idyllic meadows.

Patagonia small ship cruises focus on deep wilderness travel that offer wildlife viewing while sprinkling in a few historic visits to spots such as Cape Horn. Visit Patagonia as few visitors do, by traveling through the Chilean fjords; sail to or from Argentina to Chile; or opt for the perfect balance of a Patagonia land-and-sea trip. Our top-quality Patagonia wilderness cruises put you in touch with an authentic Patagonia that is rarely seen.

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Planning Your Patagonia Cruise
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Choosing to cruise Patagonia with AdventureSmith Explorations means traveling with award-winning small ship experts that have curated the best in Patagonia cruising. Our itineraries cover everything from Argentina’s Ushuaia, Cape Horn and Staten Island north to Chile’s Puerto Montt, with of course many miles of iconic Chilean fjords and Torres del Paine National Park in between. Why book your Patagonia cruise with us?

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Our Style of Patagonia Cruises

Unrushed, uncrowded, off the beaten path. Most Patagonia travelers flock to the same famed inland treks and trails. With the Chilean coast of Patagonia largely inaccessible, traveling by small cruise ship is the perfect choice for seeing the best of untouched Patagonia. From traveling with National Geographic guides on a top-tier expedition ship to sailing with a locally operated company aboard the Australis Patagonia fleet, our style of Patagonia cruising brings you the closest to the natural world you came to see. Browse our Patagonia cruises for 2024, 2025 and beyond and then connect with us to make it happen.

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Why Cruise Patagonia?

Our team has traveled extensively by both land and sea in Patagonia and can consult on why to cruise Patagonia and how to do a bit of it all for a truly comprehensive experience. We’re also incredibly savvy on efficiently linking Patagonia cruises to your greater South America travels, whether that’s an Antarctica cruise or exploring Santiago or Buenos Aires more in depth en route. Contact us for a personalized recommendation.

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“Traveling by small cruise ship is the perfect choice for seeing the best of Patagonia.”

Climate

Patagonia Cruises

Temperature & Rainfall

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Avg. High (F) 59 59 55 50 44 40 39 42 46 51 55 58
Avg. Low (F) 44 43 41 38 34 31 30 32 34 37 40 42
Avg. Water Temp (F) 48.9 49.6 49.3 47.8 46 43.9 42.4 42.4 42.8 43.9 46 47.5
Avg. Rainfall (Inches) 1.1 1.0 1.0 0.3 0.2 0.4 4.4 3.3 1.9 1.6 0.7 1.5

The Patagonia Cruise Season

Patagonia cruises operate in the austral spring, summer and fall months, roughly September through April. As the weather warms, fjords open up from their ice-filled winter season and wildlife emerges. Your captain knows how to take advantage of winds, calm fjords and bays to seek out the best weather for sailing. Reference our climate chart or keep reading for more details about Patagonia’s diverse weather and seasonal nuances.

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Patagonia Small Ships

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Small ships through Patagonia provide travelers an opportunity that is simply impossible by larger or smaller vessels. The expedition vessels we offer hit the ideal sweet-spot with ships that are big enough to be safe and stable, and small enough to access tight bays, glaciers and inlets. Choose one of these small Patagonia ships with shallow-drafts for unparalleled access and the highest level of safety and comfort. Look for elephant seals off the bow, easily get on land to see wildlife such as penguins and travel up-close to glaciers via inflatable skiff. There is ample time off ship to explore, and plenty of peaceful nights in remote coves.

Travel Guides

Patagonia Small Ship Cruise Guides

Cruising through Patagonia is an indescribable experience. When you visit this remote and stunning region for yourself, you’ll understand what we mean. That doesn’t mean you should shy away from reading the reviews of AdventureSmith travelers who’ve sailed before you. Our expert staff have experienced various Patagonia cruise itineraries and explain the nuances in these detailed guides. Read on to get a feel for what it is like aboard a Patagonia cruise, as well what the region and the striking landscape holds for you.

Travel Essential • October 12th, 2023
Why Cruise Patagonia

There is more to Patagonia than Torres del Paine National Park. Learn why a Patagonia cruise offers an entirely unique and efficient way to see this remote region at the bottom of the earth.

Expert Review • January 26th, 2011
Expert Review: Chile's EcoCamp & Via Australis Cruise

See what it's like to hike to the Towers Base in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park, and why EcoCamp lodge is the best basecamp for this famous trek.

Expert Review • June 17th, 2022
Expert Aboard: National Geographic Resolution & Endurance Ship Review

AdventureSmith's founder writes this firsthand review of the National Geographic Resolution & Endurance. Learn what makes these the best-in-class, next-generation expedition ships, from X-Bow design to on-deck igloos.

Travel Essential • June 27th, 2012
Top Five Regions for Viewing Penguins by Small Ship

Small ship cruises make viewing penguins in the wild easy, comfortable and low impact. Todd shares his top 5 penguin-viewing locations.

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Patagonia Cruise Deals

Compare and contrast deals offered on Patagonia cruises for 2024 and beyond easily with AdventureSmith Explorations. Our talented team can help you find the latest discounts, explain the ins-and-outs of the landscape, and help you secure your top choice at the best rate. We recommend that you plan ahead for your small ship Patagonia cruise to take advantage of early-booking discounts, but we’re here to help those planning last-minute travel save as well.

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Need assistance narrowing down our many Patagonia cruises? Our experts are just a phone call or email away to assist. Contact us to receive a personalized recommendation on the best Patagonia cruise for your travel style, budget and timing needs. Want to research more yourself? Head to our Patagonia Trip Finder.

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