Sail deep into Laguna San Rafael National Park aboard a catamaran to stand face-to-face with an ancient tidewater glacier. Floating blue icebergs, condors overhead, and the thunderous crack of calving ice make this the defining Patagonian moment.
What to expect
Board a comfortable catamaran from Puerto Chacabuco and sail the Moraleda Channel, scanning for dolphins, sea lions, and Andean condors en route. Arrive at the San Rafael Lagoon to drift among luminous blue icebergs calved from the glacier's 45-metre face. Your onboard guide explains the glacier's millennia-old history while a warm Chilean lunch is served. The return journey at golden hour, with the Andes reflected in glassy water, is nothing short of extraordinary.
Good to know
This is a full-day excursion (~13 hours) — confirm your ship's all-aboard time before booking. Book directly well in advance as capacity is strictly limited. Dress in windproof, waterproof layers; the glacier creates its own microclimate. Binoculars are essential.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Puerto Chacabuco — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Puerto Chacabuco
- Patagonia National Park: Private Half-Day Wildlife Trek
- Coyhaique & Cuesta Caracoles: Private Scenic Drive & Asado Lunch
- Parque Aiken del Sur: Private Botanical & Waterfall Exploration
- Patagonia Biosphere Expedition: Full-Day Private Wilderness Tour
- Coyhaique Valley: Culture, Streuselkuchen & Waterfalls Day Tour