www.vegancruises.eu GLACIERS, FJORDS AND WILDLIFE AN EPIC ALL VEGAN VOYAGE CAPE HORN & PATAGONIA 09-16 OCTOBER 2018 FROM PUNTA ARENAS, CHILE
SOUTH AMERICA Santiago Buenos Aires CAPE HORN & PATAGONIA Step aboard: We will enjoy some of the most stunning scenery imaginable. This vast area of mountains, glaciers, islands, lakes and waterfalls is mostly untouched by man. We will make good use of our time exploring the beautiful protected waters, enjoying the renowned fjords of southern Chile which rival those of southeast Alaska in their raw beauty and prolific wildlife. Crystal clear reflections of vertical walls and hanging glaciers are broken only by the ripples of dolphins and whales, whilst overhead, the sky is alive with seabirds. See how quickly you run out of suitable adjectives to describe all you are witnessing. Our route will be managed by our experienced Captain and Expedition Leader alongside the local pilots. As well as stunning scenic cruising, the area is ideal for Zodiac forays. We will admire the large groups of Magellan penguins that return each year to mate and live in large groups on the beach. SAIL AWAY THE VEGAN WAY
MAP OF YOUR ADVENTURE 1 8 Punta Arenas STRAIT OF MAGELLAN Águila Glacier Piloto & Nena Glaciers Day 1: Punta Arenas Day 2: De Agostini sound, Glaciar Aguila & Condor Day 3: Garibaldi & Pia Day 4: Ushuaia & Puerto Williams Day 5: Cape Horn / Wulaia Bay Day 6: Seno chico Day 7: Parry Glaciar & Almirantazgo bay Day 8: Isla Magdalena & Punta Arenas 8 Magdalena Island CHILE TIERRA DEL FUEGO 2 2 Cóndor Glacier 6 D A R W I N R A N G E 7 Almirantazgo Bay 7 Parry Glacier Garibaldi Glacier 3 3 Pía Glacier 4 Ushuaia Cape Horn ARGENTINA 5 4 Puerto Williams Wulaia Bay 5 Day 1: Punta Arenas Check in at 1385 O'higgins Street (Arturo Prat Port) between 13:00 and 17:00. Board at 18:00 (6 PM). After a welcoming toast and introduction of captain and crew, the ship departs for one of the remotest corners of planet Earth. During the night we cross the Strait of Magellan and enter the labyrinth of channels that define the southern extreme of Patagonian. The twinkling lights of Punta Arenas gradually fade into the distance as we enter the Whiteside Canal between Darwin Island and Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego. Punta Arenas
Day 2: De Agostini Sound Aguila Glacier - Cóndor Glacier After nightfall we enter the Beagle Channel and sail westward along the southern edge of Tierra del Fuego into a watery wonderland protected within the confines of Alberto de Agostini National Park. Rounding the Brecknock Peninsula at the western extreme of Tierra del Fuego, Stella Australis is, for a brief time, exposed to the open Pacific. We then navigate a zigzag route through the Cockburn Channel, Magdalena Channel and Keats Fjord to reach scenic De Agostini Sound. Named after an Italian Salesian priest who worked among the region's indigenous people during the first half of the 20th century, De Agostini Sound is flanked by numerous glaciers and sheer saw-toothed peaks reminiscent of Torres del Paine. Our shore excursion this morning is Águila ( Eagle ) Glacier, which hovers above a placid glacial lagoon surrounded by primeval forest. After a Zodiac landing on the beach, passengers hike around the edge of the lagoon to a spot near the base of the frozen facade. Condors can sometimes be seen winging high above, but there is always abundant bird life around the lagoon. This landing provides the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of Patagonia's sub-antarctic rainforest and to see how the power of nature has molded the spectacular landscape. The huge and rarely visited Condor Glacier in Agostini Sound will be the highlight in the afternoon. We will be able to see the glacier up close on zodiacs, and also watch out for the Andean condors that gave the glacier its name. The Andean condor is the largest flying bird in the world, weighing up to 15kg and with a maximum wingspan of 3.3m. Aguila GlacieR Cóndor Glacier DARWIN RANGE
JOIN US: 09-16 OCT 2018 Garibaldi Glacier PIA Glacier PIA FJORD Day 3: Garibaldi Glacier and Pia Glacier Making our way further west along the Beagle Channel, we enter another long fjord and drop anchor near Garibaldi Glacier for another shore excursion. Garibaldi is one of only three glaciers in Patagonia gaining mass rather than staying the same or slowly shrinking. This time we hike through virgin Magellanic forest to a glacial waterfall, a towering wall of ferns and moss, and spectacular viewpoints looking down on the glacier and fjord. The walk is demanding - very steep, negligible trail, rough footing - and not for everyone. For those who choose to stay onboard, our captain will point the bow towards the beautiful sky blue Garibaldi Glacier so everyone can enjoy the panoramic view from the upper decks. Flowing down from the Darwin Mountains and Darwin Ice Sheet are a number of impressive tidewater glaciers, most of them named after European countries - Holland, Italy, Germany, Spain and France. In amongst this frozen league of nations we enter the narrow Pia Fjord and board the Zodiacs for a shore excursion to Pia Glacier. No one knows for certain how the hulking glacier got its feminine moniker, but one theory says it was named for princess Maria Pia of Savoy (1847-1911), daughter of the Italian king. After disembarking we take a hort hike to gain a panoramic view of the spectacular glacier, which extends from the mountaintops down to the sea or a longer much more difficult walk up a lateral moraine of the old Pia Glacier.
Day 4: Ushuaia - Puerto Williams Founded in 1884 and one of the original points of contact between the indigenous Yámana and European cultures. Its name derives from the Yámana word for 'penetrating bay' and it's surrounded by the southernmost Andes peaks. With around 65,000 inhabitants, Ushuaia is the second largest city in Tierra del Fuego (after Rio Grande). Among its highlights is the Prison at the End of the World, a former penitentiary that is now a maritime museum, Antarctic collection and memorial to those once incarcerated there. The city is also good for shopping (especially locally made chocolate) or hanging out in its many cafes. Lunch will be provided on the ship. The port can easily be reached on foot. In the afternoon, we disembark in Puerto Williams, the southernmost town of the world. Here we can stroll around the city, or for example visit the museum Martin Gusinde. Day 5: Cape Horn - Wulaia Bay During the early morning hours, we cruise across Nassau Bay into the remote archipelago that includes Cape Horn National Park. Weather and sea conditions permitting, we shall go ashore on the windswept island that harbors legendary Cape Horn. In the afternoon we drop anchor at historic Wulaia Bay, one of the few places in the archipelago where the human history is just as compelling as the natural environment. After a visit to the Australis-sponsored museum in the old radio station -- which is especially strong on the Yámana people and European missionaries in the area - passengers have a choice of three hikes (of increasing degrees of difficulty) that ascend the heavily wooden mountain behind the bay. On all of these you will be strolling through an enchanted Magellan forest of lengas, coigües, canelos, ferns, and other endemic fauna to reach a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the bay. Ushuaia Cape Horn Wulaia Bay Cape Horn
DISCOVER CHILE & PATAGONIA Seno Chico PILTO Glacier Day 6: Seno Chico Piloto & Nena Glaciers Today we will sail the Cockburn Canal to anchor in Seno Chico. Our adventure begins in the Zodiac boats with which we will enter the Alakalufe Fjord where we can see beautiful waterfalls, and the Piloto and Nena glaciers. The intense blue color of the Piloto glacier will attract attention, due to its compression and age. We will learn the formation of the glaciers and their influence in the geography of the Patagonian channels. Parry Glacier Day 7: Almirantazgo Bay Parry Glacier Early in the morning we will reach Almirantazgo Bay. We will take a walk from the mouth of a river going North, entering the sub-antarctic forest and finally reaching a glacial waterfall. On our way back, we will see several beaver dams. Finally, we will take a ride on the Zodiac boats in order to observe elephant seals, cormorants and other birds while we go back to our cruise ship. In the afternoon we will navigate Parry Fjord. From this area it will be possible to appreciate various glaciers that come down to the sea from the upper icefield. Onboard Zodiac boats, we will motor to the far end of the fjord to see an amphitheatre of glaciers in an area where sometimes it is possible to see leopard seals.
Day 8: Magdalena Island & Punta Arenas After an overnight cruise that takes us back into the Strait of Magellan, we anchor off Magdalena Island, which lies about halfway between Tierra del Fuego and the Chilean mainland. Crowned by a distinctive lighthouse, the island used to be an essential source of supplies for navigators and explorers and is inhabited by an immense colony of Magellanic penguins. At the break of dawn, weather permitting, we go ashore and hike a path that leads through thousands of penguins to a small museum lodged inside the vintage 1902 lighthouse. Many other bird species are also found on the island. After a short sail south along the strait, disembarkation at Punta Arenas is scheduled for around 11:30 AM. equipment required for expeditions Cap Sunglasses Sunblock Magdalena Island EQUIPMENT - BE PREPARED Waterproof Parka Sweater Waterproof Gloves Waterproof Pants Waterproof boots or trekking shoes
COMFORT & ELEGANCE STELLA AUSTRALIS Built in 2010, the M.V. Stella Australis has 100 outside-facing cabins and was made specifically to cruise the spectacular Patagonian waterways. All cabins feature a large window, an en suite bathroom, a satellite phone, and individual temperature controls. the Deck Plan Cabins are available on three levels: Category A on the second level, Category AA on the third level, and Category AAA on the fourth level. Facilities include an open deck, three lounges, a library, a game room, and a single seating dining room. Pata g o n i a Dining Room Darwin Lounge
Accommodation YOUR FLOATING HOME - SWEET DREAMS b twin 1699.00 pp a class 1855.00 pp Stella Australis has 100 ocean-view cabins spread across three decks. All are designed with contemporary decor in nautical blues and white, with dark wood furniture. Each cabin has either a double bed or twins that can be pushed together on request; a chair, bedside table, desk, twin fixed reading lights, a hanging wardrobe (with lifejackets) and a closet with shelves, a safe and a dressing mirror. Private bathrooms feature a shower, a toilet, and a sink with space below to store laundry bags. All have hair dryers affixed to the walls. Vegan Travel provides fine vegan organic toiletries which are replenished daily. For an expedition ship, cabins are large - standard cabins measure 177 square feet and feel roomy, while the four superior cabins located midship are 220 square feet and have larger double beds. All have large picture windows that cover nearly the entire outside wall. aa class 2190.00 pp aaa Superior 2890.00 pp
tempting treats AT THE END OF THE WORLD From home-cooked favourites to gourmet culinary creations, our talented vegan chefs are set to create mesmerizing dishes that will please any palate. Finally, vegan cooking and gastronomic indulgence are no longer a contradiction. As a guest on our all-vegan expedition cruise, all of our delicious vegan food and all beverages are included, so you can completely relax and enjoy the adventure, and treat yourself to our gourmet specialties from morning to night. A highlight has to be the dinner. This vegan experience features a simply irresistible four or five-course menu with gourmet appetizers, mouth-wateringly good mains and decadent desserts that are just waiting to be devoured. Unlike other cruises that have limited vegan options, our cruise boasts a wealth of nutritious delights and tempting treats that are all completely free of animal products. VEGAN TRAVEL MAKES EVERY MEAL PART OF ТНЕ JOURNEY
ONBOARD & ASHORE JOIN US: VEGANCRUISES.EU Among the best in class anywhere on the planet, the Stella Australis expedition ship offers a level of comfort, safety and efficiency rarely found in such remote places. Spacious cabins feature cozy beds, full bathrooms and panoramic views of the Patagonian nature unfolding outside. The pampering continues in the dining room with all vegan buffet breakfasts and plant-based lunches and four-course dinners that blend continental and Chilean cuisine. The all inclusive bar features a wide selection of liquors, excellent Chilean wines and local craft beers, as well as the cruise lines trademark Calafate Sour. Our guests have access to a library with extensive literature on Patagonian flora, fauna and history, as well as board games and other onboard entertainment and Vegan Travel activities. During the cruise learn about the flora, fauna, history, geography, glaciology and ethnography of the legendary Patagonia region, through interesting lectures given by the Stella Australis Expedition Team, which will take place on board (with audio-visual support) as well as on land. The Stella Australis has an exercise room on the Darwin Deck, which is closed and fully glazed. Daily Zodiac rides (included) are offered to take everyone ashore for such excursions as seeing a colony of Magellan penguins, visiting Cape Horn National Park or hiking near a glacier or into a rugged rain forest. During Zodiac trips through the fjords, there's a chance of spotting southern elephant seals and other amazing animals.
HOW TO GET TO PUNTA ARENAS DIRECTIONS SOUTH AMERICA Santiago Buenos Aires Punta Arenas Punta Arenas - Getting There Punta Arenas is located in Extreme South of Chile. Punta Arenas' Aeropuerto Presidente Ibá is 20km (12 miles) north of town, and, depending on the season, it's serviced with up to 10 flights per day from Santiago. From Santiago, Chile International flights land in Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago International Airport). Sky and LATAM airlines (among others) fly to Punta Arenas with a flight duration of 3 hour 25 minutes. From Buenos Aires, Argentina International flights land in Ministro Pistarini International Airport, Buenos Aires (Ezeiza International Airport, EZL). From there, fly to Rio Gallegos International Airport, Argentina, (RGL) - also known as Piloto Civil Norberto Fernández International Airport. Then take a bus to Punta Arenas, Chile. Flight Bookings We recommend to use Kayak and / or skyscanner for finding and booking your flights. Pre- and Post-Cruise Adventures / Packages Pre- and post-cruise stays will be offered by Vegan Travel. Please refer to vegancruises.eu for details.
Prices 2018 ALL VEGAN EXPEDITION CRUISE TO CHILE / PATAGONIA ALL-INCLUSIVE ADVENTURE CRUISE CAT. CABIN DESCRIPTION GUEST 1 GUEST 2 B Oceanview cabin, fwd (Magallanes Deck) 1,699.00 1,699.00 A Oceanview cabin (Magallanes Deck) 1,855.00 1,855.00 AA Superior Oceanview cabin (Tierra del Fuego Deck) 2,190.00 2,190.00 AA Sup Large Superior Oceanview cabin (Tierra del Fuego Deck) 2,590.00 2,590.00 AAA Superior Oceanview cabin (Cabo de Hornos Deck) 2,490.00 2,490.00 AAA Sup Large Superior Oceanview cabin (Cabo de Hornos Deck) 2,890.00 2,890.00 SOLO TRAVELERS WE MATCH YOU WITH A ROOM MATE! Our expedition cruise provides the perfect experience for the solo traveller with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere on board. You will holiday with likeminded individuals who also share a passion for vegan travel, making it a great value for you to experience Chile and Patagonia and meet new friends along the way. CAT. CABIN DESCRIPTION GUEST 1 GUEST 2 A SIN 1 bed in a 2-bed oceanview cabin (Magallanes Deck; twin bed configuration) 1,855.00 - AA SIN 1 bed in a 2-bed superior oceanview cabin (Tierra del Fuego Deck; twin bed configuration) 2,190.00-3rd person sharing 999.00