Mid-range

Stella Australis

Take an unforgettable voyage on the Stella Australis through Tierra del Fuego's spectacular fjords, glaciers and channels separating Chile and Argentina. Enjoy visits to Cape Horn and the Magellan Strait, as well as marine wildlife-spotting opportunities.

Punta Arenas, Patagonia, Chile

Expedition cruise ship that sails through the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle Channel
Itineraries take you through stunning Patagonian scenery
All cabins have large windows for excellent views
Spacious relaxing and dining areas

The Stella Australis is an elegant ship operating four night expedition cruises through southern Patagonia. The cruises are supported by an expert team of bilingual guides, who lead daily excursions inland and on the sea, ensuring an unforgettable voyage.

Sail through the Straits of Magellan and the Beagle Channel, between Punta Arenas in Chile to Ushuaia in Argentina, round the infamous Cape Horn. The voyage takes you past iridescent blue icebergs, immense glaciers and a breathtaking coastline teeming with wildlife including penguins and sea elephants. For an extra special trip, combine with a visit to the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile and the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina.

The ship itself has an elegant lounge and dining area and offers plenty of space in which to relax when not out enjoying excursions. The food served up is superb. Cabins are all exterior-facing, furnished in a modern style, with picture windows affording superb views of the ever-changing scenery. These large windows are present throughout the ship and ensure that wherever you are, you need not miss a thing.

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