Whale Watching Tour - Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae)
Carlos III Island, Francisco Coloane Marine Park, Strait of Magellan - 4 days, 3 nights
Overview
A few years ago, a group of Chilean biologists discovered an until then unexplored feeding ground of humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) on the southernmost tip of South America. Every Patagonian summer, these astonishing marine mammals return to an area around Carlos III Island, which is located right in the legendary Strait of Magellan.
Their passion for science and their love for nature has led to the creation of Chile's first marine protected area, Francisco Coloane Marine Park.
Turismo Aonikenk has been one of the main supporters of this project from its beginning in 2004, because we believe in conservation through science and tourism.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Late Afternoon Departure to San Isidro Lighthouse
This whale watching adventure begins in the late afternoon. At 5:45 p.m., check in and a brief meeting with your guide and tour staff. Immediately after, departure from Punta Arenas, followed by a one hour shuttle transfer South and a 30 minute boat ride to the area of San Isidro Lighthouse. Nearby lies HosterÃa Faro San Isidro, a small, cozy lodge right on the shore of the legendary Strait of Magellan. Check in for the night.
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Day 2: Sail the Strait of Magellan - Whale Watching - Carlos III Island
After breakfast, take off on an early start and sail the famous Strait of Magellan on board the motor yacht Esturión II. On the way, pass Cape Froward, the southernmost point on the mainland of South America. After about eight hours of sailing, arrive to Carlos III Island, where in the heart of Francisco Coloane Marin Park the scientific eco-camp is situated. Here you will stay for the next two nights. Later, explore the pristine ecosystem of the surroundings of the camp and join your guide and one of the scientists on a short walk to the wildlife observatory. Weather permitting, set out for a short excursion to observe whales and seabirds. In the evening, enjoy a lecture about the camps installations, Francisco Coloane Marine Park and its marine wildlife as well as the scientific work done down here at the End of the World.
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Day 3: Whale Watching - Whale Sound - Santa Ines Glacier
In the morning, plenty of time to observe humpback whales, sea lions and an array of seabirds including Magellanic penguins, Chilean Skua, Black-browed albatross amongst others. After lunch at the camp at Isla Carlos III, sail through Whale Sound, a scenic Fuegian fjord to the amazing Santa Ines Glacier - what a site!
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Day 4: Whale Watching - Carlos III Island - Punta Arenas
Enjoy some more time to observe the whales and the seabirds of this area. Return to the camp at Carlos III Island for lunch. In the afternoon, begin the return journey to Punta Arenas, where you will arrive at about 8:00 p.m.
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Included Meals
B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner
Note
All departures times of navigations will depend of the weather conditions. Changes in the program can occur without prior notice.
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What's included?
Tour Includes
- Transfers according to the program
- Bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English speaking)
- 1 night accommodation at Faro San Isidro Lodge in double rooms with private bathrooms
- 2 nights accommodation at the eco-camp at Carlos III Island in 2-person dome tents with wood-burning stoves; shared bathroom; sleeping bags, sheets, blankets and towels are provided
- All meals specified in the program (see itinerary: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
- Thermal overall/ jumpsuit for your protection from the Patagonian weather
Additional Costs
- Transportation/ airfare to/ from Punta Arenas, Patagonia, Chile
- Additinal alcoholic and/ or non-alcoholic beverages
- Optional tips to your guide and/ or other people working for you (e.g. the boatmen etc.)
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Departure Dates & Prices
This whale watching tour departs as follows:
| Code | Departure | Return | Availability |
Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS1127 |
Dec. 15, 2011 |
Dec. 18, 2011 |
bookable | |
| WS1128 |
Dec. 19, 2011 |
Dec. 22, 2011 |
bookable | |
| WS1129 | Dec. 23, 2011 |
Dec. 26, 2011 |
fully booked | |
| WS1130 | Dec. 27, 2011 | Dec. 30, 2011 | fully booked | |
| WS1131 | Dec. 31, 2011 | Jan. 03, 2012 | fully booked | |
| Code | Departure | Return | Availability | Note |
| WS1201 |
Jan. 04, 2012 | Jan. 07, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1202 | Jan. 08, 2012 | Jan. 11, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1203 | Jan. 12, 2012 | Jan. 15, 2012 | fully booked | |
| WS1204 | Jan. 16, 2012 | Jan. 19, 2012 | fully booked | |
| WS1205 | Jan. 20, 2012 | Jan. 23, 2012 | fully booked | Whales & Kayak? Ask us! |
| WS1206 | Jan. 24, 2012 | Jan. 27, 2012 | fully booked | |
| WS1207 | Jan. 28, 2012 | Jan. 31, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1208 | Feb. 01, 2012 | Feb. 04, 2012 | bookable | Last Minute Discount* |
| WS1209 | Feb. 05, 2012 | Feb. 08, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1210 | Feb. 09, 2012 | Feb. 12, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1211 | Feb. 13, 2012 | Feb. 16, 2012 | last chance | |
| WS1212 | Feb. 17, 2012 | Feb. 20, 2012 | last chance | |
| WS1213 | Feb. 21, 2012 | Feb. 24, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1214 | Feb. 25, 2012 | Feb. 28, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1215 | Feb. 29, 2012 | Mar. 03, 2012 | last chance | |
| WS1216 | Mar. 04, 2012 | Mar. 07, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1217 | Mar. 08, 2012 | Mar. 11, 2012 | last chance | |
| WS1218 | Mar. 12, 2012 | Mar. 15, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1219 | Mar. 16, 2012 | Mar. 19, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1220 | Mar. 20, 2012 | Mar. 23, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1221 | Mar. 24, 2012 | Mar. 27, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1222 | Mar. 28, 2012 | Mar. 31, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1223 | Apr. 01, 2012 | Apr. 04, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1224 | Apr. 05, 2012 | Apr. 08, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1225 | Apr. 09, 2012 |
Apr. 12, 2012 | bookable | |
| WS1225 | Apr. 15, 2012 | Apr. 18, 2012 | bookable |
| bookable | There is currently plenty of space on this tour. |
| last chance |
3 or less spots are available. |
| fully booked |
This tour is fully booked. We can add you to the waiting list. |
Price
USD 1,200.- per person
Last Minute Discount
* There is also a Last Minute Discount for the departure from Feb. 01 - 04, 2012
USD 1,000.- per person
Single Accommodation
Single occupancy is available for 1.5 times the rate stated above (add USD 600.- per person). This surcharge only applies, if you explicitly wish and book single accommodation. Single/ solo travelers may share a room/ tent without surcharge.
Book this Whale Watching Adventure with us to promote Science and Conservation!
No service charge, no booking fee, no commission added!
