Skorpios Cruise II San Rafael Lagoon

San Rafael Lagoon Cruise Chonos Route: Skorpios II

Code: CSK003

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Skorpios Cruises

Duracion: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Start: Skorpios Dock in Puerto Montt
Departure: Saturday (October to April)

San Rafael Lagoon Cruise Chonos Route: Skorpios II

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Description

Sail through the immensity of this lands and seas, where is the world biggest ecological reserve.

Price includes

Breakfasts, lunch, dinner and open bar

Welcome Cocktails and farewell party.

All the activities inside the ship.

Mentioned excursions

Price does not include

Air tickets

Extras

Embarkation boarding Tax: US$75

Additional night

Transfers

Tips

Aboard the Cruise Vessels is a shop with all of the articles appropriate for such a trip; rolls of film, batteries, t-shirts, hats, sweaters, parkas, etc.
Children’s rate: From 1 to 5 years old: Free sharing bed. From 6 to 11 years old: 50% discount for children sharing cabin with parents. From 12 years up: Normal rate.
Recommendations: Dress for the Cruises is totally informal, casual & for adventure. Remember to bring both thick and light clothing, appropriate footwear, a suit & tie or formal wear for the farewell gala & a bathing suit for the thermal springs (only Aysen Adventure and San Rafael Classic Routes.
Transfers: Transfers, in regular service, for embarkation (Friday and Saturday) and disembarkation (Thursday), between the El Tepual airport in Puerto Montt and the Skorpios Terminal, cost USD 55 per person for the round trip, and USD 28 per leg.

Departure 2024-2025 (subject to confirmation and availability):

September 2024: 15* (only Sunday departure)
October 2024: 05-12-19-26
November 2024: 02-09-16-23-30
December 2024: 07-14-21-28
January 2025: 04-11-18-25
February 2025: 01-08-15-22
March 2025: 01-08-15-22-29
April 2025: 05-12-19-26

Departure 2025-2026 (subject to confirmation and availability):

September 2025: 16* (special departure for National Holiday in Chile)
October 2025: 04-11-18-25
November 2025: 01-08-15-22-29
December 2025: 06-13-21-28
January 2026: 03-10-17-24-31
February 2026: 07-14-21-28
March 2026: 07-14-21-28
April 2026: 04-11-18-25

Itinerary

The San Rafael Glacier

This Chilean National Park was declared to be a worldwide reserve by UNESCO in 1979. Located at latitude 46 – 45 south of the Chilean Patagonia it is 1,242,000 hectares of millenary beauty. A Spanish navigator discovered this place four centuries ago. Today it has become one of the natural splendors of Chile, of the greatest international importance. The ice of the San Rafael Glacier date back as far as 300,000 years, its frontal face is 2kms wide and its ice towers reach up to more than 75 mts. and plunges down into the ocean waters more than 230 meters. It has a length of and stems from the San Valentín Nevado of the Southern Ice Fields of the Los Andes Mountains. The blues of the ice and its constant avalanches have converted this natural spectacle into international fame. With its ice floes of different shapes and colors it is a spectacle that is unique in this world.
There are also excursions on the fjord's quiet, transparent waters in safe motorboats, where you are shown the rich marine fauna, such as the banks of mussels and the playful southern dolphins.
Sailing every Saturday from Puerto Montt, a city located 1000 kilometers (620 mi.) south of Santiago, to the San Rafael Glacier, the majestic relic of the planet's last glaciation, Skorpios carries you on a Dream Cruise of six days and five nights. Its goes through spectacular channels and archipelagos, where an exuberant nature stands out in all its splendor and man's presence is barely perceptible, and where softly shaped islands are scattered in the ocean. We will visit isolated and picturesque fishing villages and settlements, such as Puerto Aguirre and Queilen, the city of Castro, the Quitralco fjord with its thermal baths and the San Rafael National Park, which was declared world biosphere reserve by the UNESCO with its Glacier of magical and spectacular 30,000 years old ice that rises in multicolored towers to a height of more than seventy meters and then sinks into the ocean.
On board the M/V Skorpios II, you will find a friendly, personalized service, always with the exceptional hospitality provided by the Kochifas family and their experienced and well-trained crews who will offer warmth and efficiency in a unique and unforgettable cruise. You will have an enjoyable gastronomic experience, alternating international cuisine with the best culinary traditions of southern Chile, where the most outstanding are Chilean Kingcrab, giant mussels (Mitilus), mussels, oysters, sea urchins, barnacles, salmon, croaker, sea pike, kingclip, red and white meats and the juicy and delicious Curanto, always accompanied by the best Chilean wines and exclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the Skorpios' traditional open Bar.
The M/V Skorpios II has capacity for 160 passengers, its cabins are fully equipped and decorated, all have private bathrooms, background music, intercoms and television. It also has the Quitralco saloon (smokers), the San Rafael bar (non-smokers) and a main dining room.

ITINERARY

Saturday:
12:00 hrs. Departure from Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Montt. Navigation through the Llanquihue Archipelago. Sighting of the city of Calbuco. Crossing the Gulf of Ancud. 16:30 hrs. Landing in Quemchi, on the island of Chiloé. Disembark in boats in this picturesque Chiloé town, where you can visit its handicraft center, its streets and cafes, as well as the house museum of the Chilean writer Francisco Coloane. 18:30 hrs. We continue south through the Chiloé archipelago, crossing the Corcovado Gulf at midnight.

Sunday:

08:00 hrs. Navigation through Moraleda and Ferronave channels. Arrival at Puerto Aguirre at 11:00 hrs. Disembarkation in this fishing village located in the Chonos archipelago, we will walk through its streets, viewpoints and the path of a typical rainforest of the region. 13:30 hrs. Navigation through Ferronave, Pilcomayo and Casma channels. 16.00 hrs. Arrival to Islote Barrientos. Here we will disembark in boats approaching stealthily to this group of rocky islands and visit this place where there is the largest number of seabirds in the region of Aysen to see birds such as Imperial Cormorants and liles, Austral and Dominican Gulls, accompanied by sea lions of two hairs that are on the rocks or in the sea. 17:00 hrs. Sail southbound, anchoring at 22:00 hrs approximately in Caleta Quesahuen or Punta Leopardos, 20 miles from San Rafael Glacier.

Monday:
07:30 hrs. The ship crosses the San Rafael inlet and Canal Témpanos. 09:00 hrs. Enter the lagoon and anchor 2 kms from the glacier. Motor boat excursion among multicolored icebergs, weather permitting. 14:30 hrs. The ship approaches the glacier. 16:00 hrs. Departure to Quitralco Fjord.

Tuesday:
08:00 hrs. Docking at the Quitralco dock. After breakfast, passengers may take thermal baths at 32° and 38°C, in indoor or outdoor pools and hikes along the local trails. If weather conditions permit, motor boat excursions are made in the interior of the fjord. 17:00 hrs. Sailing to Chiloé through Moraleda and Pérez Norte channels.

Wednesday:
00:15 hrs. Sailing through Leucayec Channel. Crossing the Corcovado Gulf at 05:30 hrs approximately. In this area, if the conditions allow it, we will have the possibility of seeing Blue whales or Alfaguaras. We continue sailing and bordering the eastern coast of Chiloé, arriving at 11:00 hrs to Islote Conejos, located in Queilen channel. Disembark for a motor boat ride around this small island where Magellanic penguins and numerous birds of the area live. 13:00 hrs. We set sail sailing between Lemuy and Chelín islands. 16:30 hrs. Arrival at Dalcahue, disembark and visit the place, we recommend its handicraft fair, the church and its promenade along the waterfront. 23:00 hrs. Sailing to Puerto Montt. Farewell party, Captain's dinner.

Thursday:
08:00 hrs. Breakfast docked at Skorpios Terminal. 09:00 hrs. Disembarkation and transfer of passengers. End of our services

End of cruise.

Accommodations

Acropolis Deck
Crucero a Laguna San Rafael Ruta Chonos: Skorpios II or similar category, depending on availability.
Athens Deck
Crucero a Laguna San Rafael Ruta Chonos: Skorpios II or similar category, depending on availability.
Parthenon Deck
Crucero a Laguna San Rafael Ruta Chonos: Skorpios II or similar category, depending on availability.

Important note: In the event that one of the hotels does not have availability, it will be exchanged for a hotel with similar characteristics.

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Faq

The best time to visit Coyhaique and the Carretera Austral is during spring and summer (November to March), when the weather is warmer, the roads are accessible and outdoor activities such as trekking, fishing and sailing can be enjoyed. Autumn (April-May) is also a good time to enjoy the colors of the forests, but some routes may begin to close due to rainfall. In winter, temperatures can be cold and some routes or activities may be limited by snow.

The most common way to get to Coyhaique is by plane from Santiago or Punta Arenas to Balmaceda Airport. From there, you can take private transportation or a guided tour to travel the Carretera Austral. The road is paved in some sections, but in many sectors it is gravel and can be more challenging, so it is advisable to go with an experienced guide or a 4x4 vehicle during the tour.

Tours to Coyhaique and the Carretera Austral often include outdoor activities such as trekking in national parks, boating on lakes and rivers, fly fishing, glacier visits, kayaking excursions, and explorations of the beautiful scenery along the Carretera Austral. Also included are stops in picturesque towns such as Puerto Rio Tranquilo and Cerro Castillo, where you can enjoy the local culture and regional cuisine.

Advanced experience is not necessary, as most tours include moderate trekking routes suitable for people with no previous experience. However, some longer or more challenging treks, such as those in Queulat National Park or to Cerro Castillo, may require good physical condition. Local guides usually adapt the activities according to the level of the participants, so there are options for all levels.

The climate in the region is cold and rainy, with high variability, even during the summer. Temperatures usually range from 5°C to 20°C in summer, but rain and strong winds are common. In winter, temperatures can drop considerably, especially at higher altitudes. It is important to be prepared for sudden changes in climate, so it is recommended to wear waterproof clothing suitable for the cold, regardless of the season.

Yes, travel on the Carretera Austral is generally safe, but due to the geography and climate of the area, some routes can be challenging, especially in winter or when there is heavy rain. It is advisable to travel with a local guide or on an organized tour, as some sections of the road are remote and lack frequent services. In addition, it is important to keep in mind that some sections of the route are gravel, so a suitable vehicle is recommended, especially if you are on your own.

Book in advance, especially in high season (November to March), as the region can be very busy. Be prepared for unpredictable weather, taking adequate clothing for all conditions (raincoat, thermal clothing and hiking boots). If you are traveling on your own, make sure the vehicle is in good condition and carry enough gasoline, as gas stations can be scarce in some stretches. Also, keep in mind that medical services are limited in the more remote areas, so it is advisable to carry a first aid kit and be prepared for any eventuality.

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