Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Cruise from Puerto Natales

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About this activity

Sail through the stunning Última Esperanza Fjord on a six-hour cruise to witness the breathtaking Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. Departing from Puerto Natales, this journey includes a guided visit to Serrano Glacier, where you’ll trek a scenic trail to a viewpoint of its magnificent ice formations. Along the way, spot wildlife like cormorants and sea lions, and enjoy a whisky served with ancient glacial ice. With coffee and croissants included, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation amidst Chile's natural wonders.

Six-hour scenic cruise through Última Esperanza Fjord
Guided visit to Serrano Glacier with a close viewpoint
Wildlife sightings possible along the coastline
Includes coffee, croissant, and whisky with ancient glacial ice

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: ParaViajantes Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission to Bernardo O’Higgins National Park
Included: Includes coffee or tea with a croissant or half-moon pastry, whiskey on “milenario” ice
Included: Government Fees

Itinerary

Channel of Last Hope (Ultima Esperanza)

2 hours Admission included

Sail through Última Esperanza Fjord toward Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. During the journey, enjoy panoramic views of the former Bories cold-storage plant, traditional Patagonian ranches, waterfalls, mountains, and glaciers.

Look out for imperial cormorants, sea lions, and other native wildlife along the coastline. These are panoramic sightings without disembarkation, and wildlife encounters cannot be guaranteed.
Serrano Glacier

1 h 30 min Admission included

Follow the designated trail through the Patagonian landscape to the closest accessible viewpoint of Serrano Glacier. Enjoy time to admire the glacier, take photographs, and appreciate the surrounding scenery before returning to the boat.
Stop 3

3 hours

Reboard at approximately 10:30 AM and admire Balmaceda Glacier from the vessel’s outdoor decks. The glacier is viewed from the boat, without disembarkation.

During the return journey, enjoy a whisky served with ancient glacial ice while taking in the fjord’s mountains, forests, waterfalls, and remote landscapes.

Return to Arturo Prat Pier at approximately 1:00 PM.

All times are approximate and may change due to weather, navigation, or operational conditions.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Arturo Prat Pier (EPA), Puerto Natales. Please arrive by 6:30 AM for check-in.

End point

Arturo Prat Pier (EPA), Puerto Natales. Please arrive by 6:30 AM for check-in.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT !!!!! When making your reservation, please provide the full names of all passengers, their passport numbers, dates of birth, and nationalities. ESSENTIAL !!!!