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Things to do in Chile, Chile: The Best Ferries
Coordinates: 30°S 71°W / 30°S 71°W / -30; -71
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1. Barcaza La Tehuelche
2. Transmarchilay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
3. Transbordadora Austral Broom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By TravelHedgehog - Toronto, Canada
The actual 32 hours crossing, navigating the southernmost stretch of the Americas, is a must, with stunning views and sailing the Beagle Canal and the ultra-remote outlaying islands. TABSA's service may not be a first class hotel, the 60 or so passengers (although a transportation service it unwittingly turned into a sort of tourist cruise), mostly, non-Chileans were joking that the included food service resembles a prison...A tray is handed and we all queued to be served with our portions...No selection, no top-ups, so please bring your own supplies for the extras. Having said that, the food is not bad, even if not stellar and the dinner on the second day (4 meals in total, 2 of which dinners...) had delicious empanadas! You will get very basic tea/coffee (no milk) free , not Starbucks but does the job. TABSA will tell you to pay cash 24 hours prior to embarkation yet when you do get a confirmation email (once you "applied" online) there will be a link to pay online with credit card! (if that makes your life easier. The ticket will then be emailed you, once payment completed. That may save paying cash. The cama service would cost CLP43000 extra with seats being full flat. The ferry has 2 showers, 5 toilets and there all clean! Crew is really helpful and great. The journey is not to be missed, and if lucky you may (as we did) see a whale or two, seals and countless islands and the Agostini national reserve. You would sail the southern coast of Tierra del Fuego and see Ushuaia, Argentina and the Chilean part, as well the rest of this amazing and remote part of Chile. If you can tolerate 32 hours in reasonable conditions make sure you do not miss it. Puerto Williams is not excited (maybe a daily trek or the 4 days big 31KM trek) yet you can get there by plane or ship and you may wish to explore the gravel road to Puerto Navarino. By far, the crème de la crème of the Chile trip, enjoy!
4. Barcaza Hua Hum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By JPizarro123 - Santiago, Chile
A really nice experience, a bit expensive if you go by car but the views are really great. You can only make a reservation through their webpage but it's rather simple, and it's a must if you go by car. If you're on foot, you should be able to buy the ticket before boarding.
5. Navimag Ferries
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Connecting the Chilean Patagonia through the southern fjords. Come and join us in a different travel experience #traveldifferent #slowtravel
Reviewed By Stanthorpe - Stanthorpe, Australia
The trip over water from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales through Patagonian canals and mountains is a trip of a lifetime. While not palatial at all, the people touring are interesting and tolerant and the staff are amazing. Nicholas was excellent in the intro and safety and was very knowledgeable. Cristian was also knowledgeable and brought classical guitar, yoga, Taichi and a passion to the voyage that was a very big bonus. This could and should be a bucket list item. Travel can be in bunks, share rooms or private suites with all meals provided and generous and, best of all, no alcohol on sale. Truly, you don’t need alcohol on this voyage. Bring warm clothes and wet weather protection and beware sunburn. We loved this trip and would do it again if able to. Thanks.
6. Navimag
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 358 reviews
Connecting the Chilean Patagonia through the southern fjords. Come and join us in a different travel experience #traveldifferent
Reviewed By T5025DQmichaelr
A beautiful, unforgettable voyage through stunning scenery, we sailed south from Puerto Montt in February 2020. Great atmosphere on board, good food, plenty of time to relax and watch the passing landscapes. Would do it again without hesitation. As for alcohol, you can bring it aboard, no one checks, but the crew leaders ask that you don't drink in public. We had cocktails in our cabins! The Navimag 'Evangelistas' is to be replaced with a new ferry ship by mid-2020, and I rather suspect many will remember the modest but comfortable cabins and dining on what is a working ferry craft, an experience unique and apart from international luxury cruising. The crew were great, and their evening briefings amusing and informative.
