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Navigating the Chonos Archipelago

Starts in

Puerto Montt

Duration

6 Days

Price from

Route

Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt

The Chonos Route, explored aboard the Skorpios II cruise ship, traces a spectacular 6-day journey through the northern Patagonian channels, following ancient paths used by the Chono indigenous people. This less-visited waterway weaves through the Aysén region, offering a perfect blend of dramatic landscapes and diverse marine ecosystems.

The journey takes you through the maze-like Moraleda Channel and the stunning Corcovado Gulf, where the waters teem with marine life including dolphins, sea lions, and even whales during migration seasons. A highlight of the route is the magnificent San Rafael Glacier, where the ship navigates through a field of floating ice to reach the towering blue wall of the glacier itself.

Departs Saturdays Between September and April : 6-day /5-night cruise that covers 800 miles for a magical encounter with the age-old ice formations of the Glaciar San Rafael, sailing through awesome archipelagos, channels and gulfs to tour this incredible territory that includes towns like Castro and the fishing village of Puerto Aguirre.

Includes

Accommodations as per itinerary
Meals as per itinerary; breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)
Shore excursions as per itinerary
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Captain's Gala Dinner
Keytours 24-hour emergency assistance
Cruise Cabin accommodation: at category shown in the itinerary

Excludes

All other items not mentioned as included
Travel insurance; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
Gratuities for drivers, guides, and escorts

Itinerary

Day

Cruising to Calbuco and Chiloe

Achors aweigh from the Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Montt at 12 noon. Sailing through the archipelago of Llanquihue bound for Calbuco as we cross the Ancud Gulf. This afternoon we land on the island of Chiloe and disembark on small boats to the village, where you can visit handicraft markets, cafes, stroll around the beautiful streets or even visit the museum of the Chilean Author Francisco Coloane. Continuing sailing during dinner, along the archipelago of Chiloe, we cross the Gulf of Corcovado.

Day

Chonos Archipelago

This morning, we navigate through the channels of Moraleda and Ferronave. We arrive at the village of Puerto Aguirre, enclosed by the Chonos Archipelago. We will stroll through the streets and pass a typical Patagonian rainforest on our way to a lookout. Navigating some smaller challens, we arrive at Isolte Barrientos to visit one of the largest bird colonies in Chile. Later this evening, we sail south to Caleta Quesahuen or Punta Leopardos close to the Galcier of San Rafael.

Day

Lagoon San Rafael

During breakfast, enjoy the view as we cross the channel of Tempanos to the entrance of the Lagoon San Rafael. We anchor approximately 2km from the Glacier and take boat excursions along the icebergs ( weather permitting). This afternoon, we set sail in the direction of Quitralco Fjord.

Day

Quitralco Hot Springs

After berthing at Quitralco Pier, guests can enjoy inside or outside hot springs, with temperatures of 32 and 38 degrees celsius. If weather permits, excursions will take place in smaller boats, inside the fjord. Later that evening, sail towards Chiloe, navigating the channels or Moraleda and Perez Norte.

Day

Penguins and Humpback Whales

Overnight, we navigate through the channel of Leucayec. crossing the gulf of Corcovado before breakfast. With luck, guests can observe humpback and blue whales in this area. Arriving mid-morning at the Isolte Conejos, in the Queilen Channel, we dsembark on small boats and visit the island inhabited by Magellan Penguins. After lunch, we sail to Dalcahu where guests can stroll along the promenade, wile visiting the handicraft markets. We sail back towards Puerto Montt that evening, enjoying the farewell party and Captain's Dinner.

Day

Farewell to the Crew

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning, before bidding farewell to the staff and crew onboard. Disembark at the Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Montt, ready for your next adventure.