Chile Patagonia


A visit to the Chilean Patagonia is an unforgettable experience. Not only is it the southern most part of the planet, but the natural setting is one of the world's most extreme and impressive. A spectacular land of glaciers and icy peaks, southern Patagonia feels like no where else on planet earth. This is Chile’s most popular destination for visitors. A beautiful and unspoilt wilderness region with landscapes ranging from heavily forested mountains to wild and windswept peninsulas and breathtaking glaciers. Patagonia is sure to fascinate visitors with a sense of adventure and a love of the outdoors, which can lose and immerse themselves amount its vast open spaces.

The highlight of any visit is the Torres del Paine National Park. The “towers”, 3 impressive and distinctive columns after which the park is named, point vertically upwards to the sky, surrounded by imposing glaciers, turquoise lakes and thick forests of native trees.

Punta Arenas
The European-style city of Punta Arenas is the southernmost city in Chile and the gateway to Patagonia with a lively community, because further south there are only small towns. In this city the sun rises from the sea and sets on the mountains, a distinctive feature because in Santiago it happens the other way round. Originally named “Sandy Point” by the English, it adopted Hispanic equivalent under Chilean colonisation.

A centre for local sheep farming and fishing industries along with an important military base, Punta Arenas is also the home of La Polar, one of the most southerly breweries the world. Although the city has expanded rapidly in recent years, it still remains a tranquil and pleasant city. The climate and architecture give Punta Arenas a distinctively northern European tone, very different from anywhere else in Chile. There are plenty of attractions to visit within what is usually known as Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego (Fire Land). After observing mountains and glaciers that move into the ocean, the expedition continues to the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia, to travel around it and visit its National Parks. Ground excursions to glaciers, islands, sea lion and penguin colonies, will be offered daily.

Other nearby attractions nearby include the Balmeceda and Serrano glaciers, accessed by boat trip from Puerto Natales; located 257 km north from Punta Arenas. Puerto Natales is accessed from Punta Arenas by a paved road heading north though forests of southern beech and prime pastureland. Puerto Natales lies between Cerro Dorotea (which rises behind the town) and the eastern shore of the Seno Ultima (Last Hope Sound), over which there are fine views (weather permitting) to the Peninsula Antonio Varas. Previously prosperity of this Patagonian town relied upon employment in the coal mines of Rio Turbio, Argentina but today, tourism is one of its most important industries.


Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world and the main port of the Southern Argentinean Patagonia. There is a lot to visit around the city, besides the natural attractions that have made this place famous. Mare Australis, the ship from Cruceros Australis, will sail through the Patagonian Channels and around Tierra del Fuego. Ground excursions to glaciers, islands, sea lion and penguin colonies, will be offered daily. Also we will sail through the mythical Cabo de Hornos (Cape Horn), well known all around the globe.


Puerto Natales Gateway to Torres del Paine
Puerto Natales is the port for ferries sailing the Patagonian channels from Puerto Montt. In addition to its role of the gateway to Torres del Paine and to the spectacular Balmaceda glacier, it is also the gateway to Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, right across the border, with the town of Calafate as the service town and the Perito Moreno glacier as its main highlight.

In Puerto Natales we can offer personalised transfers to/from the bus station to your hotel as well as full day excursions to Torres del Paine National Park and the Balmeceda and Serrano Glaciers by boat.

Hotels & Accommodation
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Termas de Puyuhuapi A Secret South of Silence :: Nestled amidst the exuberant vegetation along the Puyuhuapi Channel is the Termas de Puyuhuapi Hotel & Spa - idyllic hot springs of incomparable beauty. The Termas de Puyuhuapi Hotel & Spa is the perfect starting point for a variety of different activities; walks through the cold rainforest, excursions to glaciers, boat trips through the islands and fjords, fly fishing or simply relaxing in one of the many indoor or outdoor pools. The Spa has many ways to revitalise you; swim in the main pool, enjoy the hydromassage fountains with water from the hot springs and the sea, relax in a steam shower or massages with thalassotherapy treatments. The exquisite cuisine makes use of the fine regional products along with prestigious Chilean wines, adds a special flavour to your stay.