Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine – Ultramarine, March 2025

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Trip Summary

Dates: 

Mar 13, 2025 -
Mar 27, 2025

Duration: 

15 Days

Ship:

Adventure
options:
Helicopter Tours Kayaking Paddleboarding
Starts and ends in BUE
Starting at: $ 15,490.00
About the Antarctica, Patagonia, Chilean Fjords – Voyage of Discovery itinerary
  • Experience Patagonia and Antarctica in one expedition cruise
  • Discover the magnificent Chilean fjords
  • See Cape Horn and cross the Drake Passage
  • Enjoy ice-cruising, landings and encounters with wildlife in Antarctica
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This expedition cruise starts in colourful Valparaíso. One of the best ways to see this town is by riding its funiculars to sweeping views. Explore the port to get a feel for Chile’s seafaring side. We also recommend a visit to the Historic Quarter before embarking on MS Roald Amundsen. Why not make the most out of your stay in Chile and add a 5-day Pre-program to Atacama Desert, one of the driest deserts in the world?

As we make our way along the Pacific coast of Chile, the Expedition Team will start the lecture programme to prepare you for the experiences ahead. Make sure to also spend some time on deck to look out for wildlife.

Castro, set among windswept hills and green vegetation, is known for its colorful `palafitos´, wooden houses mounted on stilts along the water’s edge, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Iglesia San Francisco.

We sail south through the fabled waters of Patagonia and to one of the world’s most remote and beautiful places: the province of Ultima Esperanza, meaning ‘Last Hope.’ We voyage through iconic Andean seascapes for views of a glorious expanse of undisturbed nature.

The village of Puerto Edén in Bernardo O’Higgins National Park will enchant you. It is known for its geographical isolation, situated at the end of a deep fjord and surrounded by mountains. Its population of 250 includes the 15 remaining members of the Kawéskar people.

Puerto Natales is the gateway to the Torres del Paine National Park, world famous for the impressive ’Torres del Paine‘ (Towers of Paine) rock formation. Explore the park on our optional excursion to discover a landscape of stunning variety, from the vast open steppe to rugged mountain terrain topped by looming peaks that host a wide variety of wildlife. Watch for llamas, pumas, and foxes in addition to more than 100 species of birds, such as the Andean condor.

Deep fjords and tall mountains plunging into the icy water characterize this wild area that seems almost untouched by humans. Glacial ice has scoured its way between the mountains, creating the lovely isolated islands and hidden bays that form this unique fjord landscape.

In the morning, we will sail through the scenic Beagle Channel before we continue into open waters, and if conditions allow, we will make an attempt to land on Cape Horn – the southernmost tip of South America.

Next, we sail the legendary Drake Passage while our lecture series prepares you for Antarctica’s fantastic wildlife and history. You’ll also learn how to make your visit as safe and as sustainable as possible and you’ll join Citizen Science programs to help collect data for current scientific research.

Antarctica never fails to inspire awe and wonder, with white horizons above oceans full of icebergs and whales. Perhaps even more awe-inspiring will be your first encounter with the huge colonies of Expedition Team will lead ice-cruising and landings at every opportunity to come ashore and explore the impressive Antarctic scenery. From deck, there are great chances to spot whales. Of course, this is true wilderness, so nature is in charge, but our experienced Captain will work with the elements to create the best possible itinerary for your adventure.

We will attempt landings at several sites in the South Shetlands and on the Antarctic Peninsula and aim to bring you to the incredible diversity of landscapes and rich wildlife on display in this pristine wilderness.

Wherever we explore, the sights and sounds and of Antarctica are sure to stay with you for a lifetime!

MS Roald Amundsen takes us safely back across the Drake Passage as we continue our lecture series and recap our experiences of Antarctica. Using the state-of-the-art microscopes in the ship’s Science Center, you can analyze samples taken during the expedition cruise to see another kind of ‘wildlife’ at the cellular level.

Sadly, every expedition must come to an end. When we reach Punta Arenas, on the edge of the Strait of Magellan, it is time to say goodbye. Your journey home continues with your flight to Santiago de Chile, where you have a chance to extend your stay and enjoy an optional Post-program to Easter Island, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most remote islands in the Pacific.

Welcome aboard the Ultramarine

The newest ship in our fleet, Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer.

Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.

With all this and more, Ultramarine is set to deliver the ultimate polar expedition experience.

Technical Specs
Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.

Cabins & Amenities

Cabins

  • Spacious Entryways
  • Personal Safes
  • Spa-inspired Bathrooms
  • Heated Bathroom Floors
  • Premium beds and bed linens
  • Convertible Beds
  • Individual Temperature Controls
  • HD Flatscreen Televisions
  • Oversized Windows With Sweeping Views
  • Electrical Supply: 220V
CABIN CATEGORY DECK LOCATION(S) SIZE # OF GUESTS BERTH CONFIGURATION
Solo Panorama
  • Deck 6
132 sq. ft. 1 1 twin
Explorer Triple
  • Deck 3
285 sq. ft. 1-3 3 single beds, two of which can be converted to a double bed
Explorer Suite
  • Deck 3
285 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Balcony Suite
  • Deck 4
226 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Deluxe Balcony Suite
  • Deck 4
299 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Terrace Suite
  • Deck 6
350 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Penthouse Suite
  • Deck 7
369 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Owner’s Suite
  • Deck 6
446 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Ultra Suite
  • Deck 6
563 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds

Aboard

  • 2 Dining Areas
  • 4 Bars
  • Panorama Lounge
  • Lecture Theater
  • Library
  • Polar Boutique
  • Spa & Fitness Center
  • Oceanview Sauna
  • Zodiac Hangar with 4 Embarkation Points
  • 2 Ready Rooms with Individual Lockers
  • Walkaround Deck
  • Bridge

Includes:

  • Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
  • All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
  • Beer and wine during dinner
  • All shore landings per the daily program
  • Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
  • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
  • Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduled
  • Downloadable photographic journal documenting the expedition
  • Waterproof expedition boots on loan for shore landings
  • An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
  • Coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
  • Hair dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
  • Comprehensive pre-departure materials
  • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
  • All luggage handling aboard ship
  • Group transfer in Ushuaia from the airport to the pre-expedition hotel on Day 1
  • One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia, with breakfast
  • Group transfer from the hotel to the ship on embarkation day
  • Group transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from the ship to the local airport
  • Emergency evacuation insurance to a maximum benefit of US$500,000 per person

Extras: 

  • International airfare
  • Passport and visa expenses
  • Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
  • Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
  • Baggage, cancellation, interruption, and mandatory medical travel insurance – strongly recommended
  • Excess baggage charges on flights
  • Waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
  • Laundry, bar, and other personal charges unless specified
  • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
  • Phone and internet charges
  • Additional overnight accommodation
  • Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities

Adventure Activities:

  • Flightseeing (Included)
  • Zodiac Cruising (Included)
  • Hiking (Included)
  • Lectures (Included)
  • Camping (Optional) USD $295
  • Sea Kayaking (Optional) USD $1,995
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding (Optional) USD $295
  • Paddle Excursions (Optional) USD $395

*Contact our sales team for specific inclusions/exclusions for each departure

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