The cruises, which can be booked directly via Australis.com or through UK operators specialising in Latin America, give travellers the chance to explore one of the world’s most remote and spectacular regions at the very heart of Patagonia.

Renowned for their immersive expeditions through pristine fjords, glaciers, and remote landscapes, Australis operates two purpose-built ships, Stella Australis and Ventus Australis, which are designed to access narrow waterways where larger vessels cannot sail.

Guests can land at rarely visited sites such as Wulaia Bay, once home to the Yamana people, and Australis is the only cruise line to land weekly at Cape Horn (weather permitting), offering the rare chance to stand at the southern edge of the continent.

January 2026 marks 410 years since Dutch explorers first reached the Cape. Passengers on 2025/26 itineraries can visit the lighthouse, meet the keeper’s family, and view the seven-metre Cape Horn Monument, a memorial to sailors lost in these treacherous waters.

Each ship accommodates up to 210 guests across three decks with 100 comfortable cabins. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, lounge, and observation decks. Dining is all-inclusive with hearty breakfasts, a generous lunch buffet, and elegant à la carte dinners inspired by local cuisine, plus an open bar with signature cocktails, wines, soft drinks, and pastries throughout the day.

Expert bilingual guides lead up to two Zodiac outings per day. Patagonia’s remoteness has protected its rare ecosystems and wildlife thrives in the region, including on Magdalena Island, one of the largest Penguin colonies in the Southern Hemisphere.

Prices start from $2,466pp full board (excluding flights and transfers) at australis.com.

Journey Latin America offers a 13-day Chile and Argentina package including a 5-day Australis cruise from £5,450pp.