Patagonia

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The southern tip of the Americas

Adventure is inescapable in Patagonia. Encompassing the southern tips of Chile and Argentina, this land of extremes has few equals in the world. Here the towering Andes plunge to where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans converge. It can take time to cross its vast and treacherous terrain on land, so we like to explore Patagonia by yacht.

With a store of sea kayaks, stand up paddle boards and diving equipment on board, this region is yours to discover. We can launch tenders from a private vessel to explore icebergs and glaciers that carve into blue lagoons and hang over steep rocky cliffs. Our experience here includes multi-fleet expeditions, so we are able to share an in-depth knowledge of a land yet to be unlocked by most.

With over 4,000 kilometres of coastline, the fjords of Patagonia are an excellent destination to find orcas, humpbacks, southern right and blue whales where they cruise the waters alongside you. If you were to lower a microphone into these waters, you might hear their melodic songs echoing beneath. Our experts will decipher their calls and tell you more about their unique migratory patterns.

Inland, Mother Nature is beautiful but unforgiving. The energetic and changeable weather can deliver four seasons in one day. Come what may, Patagonia’s Gaucho cowboys ride across the plains in search of wild horses with an unwavering sense of respect for the land they inhabit. Few others call these rural areas home, so their cattle ranches break the silence of the sweeping wilderness.

Helicopter adventures

Behold towering granite mountains, active volcanoes and turquoise lakes in vivid colour aboard a helicopter. Stop in a number of locations to hike in a natural park along the way or enjoy a chef-prepared lunch amidst the spectacular scenery.

Chilean culture

Experience Chilean culture for yourself during a day spent with locals in their remote fishing villages or estancias. Head into the mountains on horseback and learn the skills of a gaucho.

Andean condor watching

Watch as Andean condors soar against the breathtaking skyline with an expert guiding your eye. This incredible South American bird can have a wingspan of over three metres and will leave you in awe of the gracious ease with which they patrol their mountain home.

Freediving

From Punta Arenas to Valparaiso, Chile boasts a hugely diverse range of dive sites. Have unadulterated freedom while freediving along its thriving shores and get closer to dolphins and other marine life that usually shy away from the bubbles produced by cumbersome diving equipment.

Whale watching

Set out early in search of these majestic mammals and, led by our marine experts, gain insight into their unique behaviours.

White water rafting

With the stunning countryside or a volcano as your backdrop, experience a rush of adrenaline as you take on one of the most scenic and challenging white-knuckle rivers and rapids in South America.