Wildlife Cruises
Both Patagonia’s Atlantic and Pacific coasts are teeming with wildlife, and the best way to put yourself in the action is by taking the water on an adventure cruise ship or a …
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With a capacity of just 100 cabins, the modern Ventus Australis offers a comfortable and elegant way to experience the best in expedition cruising. Relax in spacious lounges, or step outside onto numerous decks to absorb the unique environment. Wonderful service, an informal atmosphere, and excursions crafted for different physical levels, this ship offers something for everyone.
The highlight of my time on the Ventus ship was a famous stretch of fjords known as Glacier Alley. As we sailed through we were treated to one glacier after another (after another!) in a stunning display of Patagonia's Southern Ice Field. As if the glaciers weren't awe-inspiring enough, we found ourselves surrounded by humpback whales and you could see their flukes rising from the water and plumes of vapour each time they came up for breath. I found myself hopping from one side of the deck to the other to try to take it all in, it was just such an amazing moment shared with the new friends I made on the cruise.
Danny Middleton Patagonia Specialist
4.6 out of 5
Voyage south from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia on a small-ship expedition cruise and experience the incredible wildlife, fascinating history and breathtaking scenery of Tierra del Fuego. Sail the famous Strait of Magellan and Glacier Alley in the Beagle Channel. On…
4.5 out of 5
Voyage north from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas on a small-ship expedition cruise and experience the incredible wildlife, fascinating history and breathtaking scenery of Tierra del Fuego. Step foot on Cape Horn, visit historic Wulaia Bay and walk amongst thousands of…
There are 100 cabins aboard the Ventus, each offers a picture window with panoramic view and private bathroom as well as individually controlled heating, radios, life jackets, hair dryers and safe-deposit boxes.
Standard cabins (B, A, AA and AAA) measure 16.5m²/178ft².
Superior cabins (AAS, AAAS) measure 20.5m²/220ft².
The five different types are detailed below.
The excursions were fantastic. The comfort and view from the room was the best I've experienced on a cruise. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2022
Gail Pontius - USA
Ventus Australis proved a nimble ship that offered us access to unforgettable places that other, bigger cruise ships could never reach. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2021
Beverly Reyes Picache - USA
The ship was well maintained, the staff including those on the bridge were so friendly and competent. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2019
Mary Lou Bell - United States Of America
Review:
The best way to connect Ushuaia in Argentina with Punta Arenas in Chile, this cruise on board the Ventus would combine very well with some hiking, based at a luxury lodge in the Torres del Paine National Park, or exploring the best of Tierra del Fuego. These can be arranged before or after your cruise, depending on the route direction you choose.
Both Patagonia’s Atlantic and Pacific coasts are teeming with wildlife, and the best way to put yourself in the action is by taking the water on an adventure cruise ship or a …
Discover MoreJoin a dedicated whale-watching cruise or boat trip with specialist guides to protected fjords and bays in either Chile or Argentina to observe Patagonia's whale up close.
Discover MorePatagonia is home to the third biggest ice field in the world. Many of the most stunning glaciers are only accessible by boat, from where you can watch them dramatically calve into…
Discover MoreSteeped in maritime history and myth, Cape Horn lies off Tierra del Fuego at South America's southernmost tip, accessible only to adventurous travellers by cruise ship.
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