Punta Arenas

Port Punta Arenas stands apart from other cruise stops as the southern gatekeeper to Chilean Patagonia, where history, wildlife, and wind-sculpted landscapes converge in a single, unforgettable arc. Beyond the docks, signature experiences unfold—from a zodiac excursion to Isla Magdalena to witness its vast Magellanic penguin rookery, to a short voyage toward Otway Sound where winds and waves guard colonies that have endured for centuries, and along the Beagle Channel, where the Avenue of the Glaciers reveals six colossal ice sentinels within easy sight. In the city itself, the gilded Belle Epoque mansions like Palacio Sara Braun and immersive stops at the Museo Salesiano and Museo Naval y Marítimo anchor the voyage in Patagonia's rich maritime heritage. Onboard, fleets designed for polar and high-latitude travel bring additional prowess: ice-strengthened hulls, nimble Zodiacs for intimate shore landings, and onboard naturalists delivering lectures, wildlife briefings, and photography clinics. After days of exploration, Chilean hospitality shines in the ship's dining rooms with fresh seafood and Patagonian fare, comforting lounges with panoramic ocean views, and thoughtful service that makes Punta Arenas feel like a personalized expedition rather than a routine port call.