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From its historic waterfront to the wild landscapes beyond, Punta Arenas is a welcoming gateway city to the natural beauty and remarkable adventures of Chilean Patagonia.

Punta Arenas is the southernmost large city in Chile. Set on the shores of the historic Strait of Magellan, it’s known for its colourful waterfront, grand architecture, and rich maritime heritage, with a lively atmosphere influenced by explorers, settlers, and seafarers. 

For many visitors, Punta Arenas is the starting point for journeys to the soaring granite peaks, glaciers and lakes of Torres del Paine National Park, and it’s also an important departure point for expedition cruises to Antarctica, offering access to one of the world's most remote destinations.

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  • Where: Chilean Patagonia, Chile
This location can be combined with the following extension:

Pumas of Patagonia

Track wild puma through the breathtaking landscapes of Torres del Paine in Chile on this exclusive wildlife extension. Based at the sustainable EcoCamp Patagonia, explore one of the best locations for encounters with Patagonia’s most iconic predator alongside an incredible array of wildlife. Find out more about Pumas of Patagonia

  • Price (exc. flights): 6 days from £3,325
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Extension Idea

Wildlife trips

This location is featured in the following itineraries:

South America’s Big Cats Photography Tour

The ultimate tour for big cat fans, this exhilarating two-centre group tour focuses on photographing puma and jaguar. We spend time on the edge of Patagonia’s Torres del Paine National Park, on a private ranch with outstanding puma photography opportunities, before moving to the jaguars of the Pantanal. Find out more about South America’s Big Cats Photography Tour

  • Price (inc. flights): 16 days from £18,995
  • Trip type:
    Group Tour
    Tailor-made can be arranged
  • When to go:
    • J
    • J

Whales & Dolphins of Antarctica & the Chilean Fjords

EXCLUSIVE VOYAGE

Journey to the far south on this exclusive whale and dolphin expedition, travelling at the most rewarding time for cetacean activity in Antarctica. Aboard our privately chartered ship, explore the Antarctic Peninsula and the dramatic, glacier-carved channels of the Chilean Fjords. Find out more about Whales & Dolphins of Antarctica & the Chilean Fjords

  • Price (inc. flights): 22 days from £18,995
  • Trip type:
    Voyage
  • When to go:
    • M

Wildlife of Torres del Paine

Splitting our time between a private ranch specialising in puma tourism, and a comfortable hotel on the shores of Lago Grey in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, this expert-led small group trip offers exceptional wildlife amidst breath-taking scenery Find out more about Wildlife of Torres del Paine

  • Price (inc. flights): 12 days from £9,395
  • Trip type:
    Group Tour
    Tailor-made can be arranged
  • When to go:
    • J
    • F
    • M
    • A
    • O
    • N
    • D