Glaciers, Whales & Seabirds of the Magellan Straits

Far South Expeditions

Trip Details

Departure
Punta Arenas, Magallanes
Schedule
December–March; Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays; departs 04:00, returns ~16:30
Price
USD 365 per person (group tours)

About This Trip

Far South Expeditions' Glaciers, Whales & Seabirds voyage navigates the legendary Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas, exploring sub-Antarctic channels that form the gateway between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. These rich sub-polar waters host Black-browed Albatross, Southern Giant Petrel, Magellanic Penguin, Chilean Skua, and Steamer Ducks against a dramatic backdrop of glaciers and Patagonian peaks. Humpback Whales, South American Sea Lions, and South American Fur Seals are regularly encountered, making this one of South America's most spectacular marine wildlife experiences.

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