Retrace Charles Darwin’s epic voyage to the ‘edge of the world’ on our Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine expedition, a comprehensive journey into Chile’s spectacular network of fjords and channels. Helicopter flightseeing and Zodiac cruises along this enchanting stretch of coastline provide awe-inspiring perspectives of some of the most remote and picturesque landscapes on Earth. From Magellanic penguin colonies and other seabirds to South American Sea lions and Southern Elephant seals, the fascinating array of wildlife is as abundant as the majestic blue-toned tidewater glaciers. Join us in this enchanting wonderland and experience all the natural splendours of southern Patagonia.



  • Experience some of the world’s most remote glacial and fjord systems, including Glacier Alley
  • Retrace Darwin’s route through the Beagle Channel and learn about the storied history of southern Chile
  • Cruise in a Zodiac for a unique perspective of glaciers, fjords and channels
  • Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the landscape
  • Travel on a small expedition vessel
  • Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff
  • Encounter iconic wildlife, such as Magellanic penguins, Sea lions and seabirds
  • Encounter iconic wildlife, such as Magellanic penguins, Sea lions and seabirdsExperience some of the world’s most remote glacial and fjord systems, including Glacier AlleyRetrace Darwin’s route through the Beagle Channel and learn about the storied history of southern ChileCruise in a Zodiac for a unique perspective of glaciers, fjords and channelsEnjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the landscapeTravel on a small expedition vesselAccompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff
  • — — — Encounter iconic wildlife, such as Magellanic penguins, Sea lions and seabirds — Experience some of the world’s most remote glacial and fjord systems, including Glacier Alley — Retrace Darwin’s route through the Beagle Channel and learn about the storied history of southern Chile — Cruise in a Zodiac for a unique perspective of glaciers, fjords and channels — Enjoy helicopter flightseeing from Ultramarine for a unique perspective of the landscape — Travel on a small expedition vessel — Accompanied by extremely qualified Expedition Staff

The Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine journey is offered on the Ultramarine which is a Polar Adventure Ship. Polar Adventure Ships These are small ice rated vessels well qualified for Polar waters. Intimate adventures are always more enjoyable with like-minded passengers and staff, so these voyages are for people who like flexible itineraries and plenty to keep them busy. Activities include frequent Zodiac excursions, trekking and many hours on deck in areas that other ships only dream about accessing. Food and staff are superb and every guest benefits from the technical advances of this superb fleet. Rest assured our Polar Adventure Ships enable any traveller to maximize their experience sensitively in the Poles.