Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers Half-Day Cruise from Puerto Natales

3.4 (5 reviews) 6 h 30 min

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Puerto Toro disembark — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Serrano Glacier — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Cruise through the breathtaking Última Esperanza Fjord on this half-day adventure, taking in views of majestic glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife like sea lions and imperial cormorants.

Enjoy a guided walk to the Serrano Glacier viewpoint, where you’ll savor stunning glacier vistas. Relax on the boat with complimentary coffee or tea. Your return trip includes a unique treat of whisky served over glacier ice, ensuring a memorable experience as you head back to Puerto Natales just in time for lunch.

Half-day cruise through Última Esperanza Fjord to view Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers
Guided walk to Serrano Glacier viewpoint for close-up views
Enjoy coffee, tea, and a croissant on board; whisky over glacier ice on the return
Tour lasts about 6 hours, allowing for lunch and afternoon exploration in Puerto Natales

*Cancelation rate due to bad weather has been improved!

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 120 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Howlanders

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: Croissant onboard with your coffee or tea
Included: Alcoholic beverages: A glass of whisky with glacier ice or a non-alcoholic beverage
Included: Spanish/English Guide
Included: anding and/or facility fees: Port taxes
Included: Boar Tour
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee to Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Transfers between accommodation and the meeting point

Itinerary

Channel of Last Hope (Ultima Esperanza)

Passing by

Spend about two hours cruising along the Última Esperanza Fjord, passing by highlights like the historic Bories Cold-Storage Plant, traditional Patagonian ranches, scenic waterfalls, and glaciers. Along the way, you’ll also spot a colony of imperial cormorants and a rocky outcrop where sea lions gather. The captain makes stops at the best viewing points, giving you time to take in the scenery from your seat inside or out on one of the boat’s two decks, while your guide shares stories and insights about the region.
Bernardo O'Higgins National Park

one hour Admission included

Upon arrival at Puerto Toro, you’ll step off the boat for a one-hour excursion inside the stunning Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. This protected area is home to pristine landscapes, native flora, and breathtaking glacier views.
Serrano Glacier

20 min Admission included

Still within the national park, you’ll follow a gentle 20-minute trail with wooden walkways over uneven ground, making it accessible for all travelers. The path leads to the Serrano Glacier viewpoint, where you’ll have free time to admire the scenery and take photos before heading back along the same trail and boarding the boat again for the return journey.
Channel of Last Hope (Ultima Esperanza)

Passing by

On the return cruise, the boat sails close to the impressive Balmaceda Glacier. While enjoying the view, you’ll be treated to a glass of whisky served over glacier ice—a true Patagonian tradition. The journey ends back at Arturo Prat Pier around 1:00 PM, just in time to enjoy lunch at one of the many local restaurants in Puerto Natales.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour does not include accommodation pick-up. You must make your own way to the meeting point, Muelle Prat (EPA) in Puerto Natales:

End point

The tour does not include accommodation pick-up. You must make your own way to the meeting point, Muelle Prat (EPA) in Puerto Natales:

Using your ticket

These are the contact details of the local agency:

Fiordos del Sur - Puerto Natales

+56612712143 / 0056 971522451

An important message of the local agency for you:

The tour does not include accommodation pick-up. You must make your own way to the meeting point, Muelle Prat (EPA) in Puerto Natales: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6qRL2shSrvkWXm3f9.

Remember that boarding begins at 6:30 AM and boat departs at 7:00 AM. We recommend arriving on time to get better seats, as they are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

During the month of April, the tour is delayed by one hour, starting at 7:30 AM and ending at 2:30 PM.

If you have any questions, you can contact us (Fiordos del Sur) by phone or Whatsapp: +56 9 7152 2451.

See you in Puerto Natales!

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.