The complete Patagonian channels
Explore the Patagonian canals by sailboat from Ushuaïa to Puerto Montt in the footsteps of the Yagans, Alakalufs and Selknam Indians.
Day navigation and different anchorages each evening.
Surprising glaciers, abundant vegetation, isolated villages...
Authentic and wild Patagonia!
Strong points : Navigation in the Beagle Channel and in the Strait of Magellan, exploration of the glaciers of the "campos de hielo", the adventure with an A
An such amazing experience that will mark you for life!
ANDES GLACIER
FISHING
SHIPPING FROM 14 DAYS
PRESERVED NATURE
What you should know before you go
Embark on Tánana means to become a full member of the crew.
Don't worry, you don't need to have a long sailing experience.
Life on boat is also living together means sharing space.
You will participate in maneuvers, keepwatches (under the guidance of the professional crew) and life on board.
We will share this adventure and our passion for the Deep South with you!
Everything will be done to ensure that the cruise goes well, to respect the program and to be on time, but it must be kept in mind that we will navigate in areas where nature is queen and the wind sometimes capricious. The itinerary proposed in the day by day is therefore purely indicative, it will be necessary to accept any change.
Circuit characteristics
The purpose of this exploration is sailing from south to north along the Patagonia.
This circuit is divided into two:
- Ushuaia => Puerto Natales 14 days
- Puerto Natales => Puerto Montt 25 days
Possibility of doing only one of the two parts.
Day navigation and different anchorages each evening.
Surprising glaciers, abundant vegetation, isolated villages….
Authentic and wild Patagonia!
An integral part of this adventure is your participation in life on board such as meal preparation, keepwatching and manoeuvring.
The day by day program
First part
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Day 1 : Arrival in Ushuaia, installation in the boat and exit formalities from Argentina.
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Day 2 : navigation to Puerto Williams and entry formalities in Chile, departure from overnight in the Beagle Channel towards the Chilean channels.
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Day 3 to 14 : Navigation to Puerto Natales.
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Day 5 to 21 : navigation at the anchorages of the Antarctic Peninsula and hiking on land to see the fauna. Dinghy ride when the weather permits. Observation of whales, sea leopards.
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Day 15 and 16 : Visit of Puerto Natales.
Second part
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Day 1 at 16 : Departure from Puerto Natales and navigation in the the Andes Cordillera glaciers to Caleta Tortel or Puerto Eden depending on weather conditions.
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Day 17 to 21 : Departure from Puerto Eden, crossing the Gulf of Peines and arrival in Puerto Aguirre.
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Day 22 to 28 : Departure Puerto Aguirre, anchorage in the islands around Chiloé, arrival in Puerto Montt.
Number of participants
8 to 10teammates
Beginning of stay
Part 1 : Embarkation in Ushuaia and disembarkation in Puerto Natales 14 days
Part 2 : Embarkation in Puerto Natales and disembarkation in Puerto Montt 25 days
A physical training
On all the courses offered, it is not necessary to be a great sportsman but a good physical condition is required. Each team member must be able to get on and off without help in the tender, walk for a few hours on unmarked terrain, climb a drop of 300 meters and know how to adapt to the climatic conditions of the areas of the Deep South.
Equipment
Advice on equipment will be given to you when you register concerning clothing, footwear and accessories adapted to the climatic conditions. Rest assured, nothing rocket science!
Health
The French maritime authorities impose a very complete pharmacy and your captain is trained and authorized to deliver it if necessary.
However, the first dentist or other specialist is within a few days of access.
Note that a French-speaking doctor is in satellite connection for each trip.
Air
Barring exceptions, departure and arrival are from Ushuaïa. An arrival is nevertheless possible at the small airport of Puerto Williams for flights from Santiago de Chile via Punta Arenas.
Security
On board our boats, all the safety equipment is present: life jackets, harnesses, life raft, ERPIB1 beacon, PLB beacon, MOB (Man Over Board) device, VHF, satellite telephone.
Formalities
You need a valid passport, it should be valid for at least 3 months after the end of the cruise. No visa for the Swiss, Belgians, Canadians and French. Upon arrival, you will be issued with a 3 month residence permit. Full Covid 19 vaccination is mandatory for Antarctica.
The price includes
Accommodation on board the boatt supervision of the trip.
The price does not include
Repatriation cancellation insurance, airport/boat transfer, any hotel nights before and after the trip following your flight, wines and strong alcohols, meals taken ashore and on-board cash of 40€/day
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