Puerto Natales Trip Overview
From Howlanders we consider the “Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers tour” as a must for every traveler visiting Puerto Natales. During the tour we will visit the two most impressive glaciers in Chile: Balmaceda and Serrano from a magnificent boat. In addition, we will take a 40-minute walk through the lush forest to reach the foot of the glaciers. On the way back to the ship, if you wish, you can enjoy a glass of whiskey with millenary ice from the glaciers, a cup of coffee or a hot cup of tea.
Are you ready to embark? Here are all the details of the tour:
Additional Info
Duration: 10 to 11 hours
Starts: Puerto Natales, Chile
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
Explore Puerto Natales Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Puerto Natales, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile
From Howlanders we consider the “Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers tour” as a must for every traveler visiting Puerto Natales. During the tour we will visit the two most impressive glaciers in Chile: Balmaceda and Serrano from a magnificent boat. In addition, we will take a 40-minute walk through the lush forest to reach the foot of the glaciers. On the way back to the ship, if you wish, you can enjoy a glass of whiskey with millenary ice from the glaciers, a cup of coffee or a hot cup of tea.
Are you ready to embark? Here are all the details of the tour:
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Puerto Natales, Natales, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile
At 07:00 we will be at the offices located in the center of Puerto Natales for a brief explanation of the tour. Afterwards, we will take the transportation to Puerto Bories, located about 5 km away. Once here, we will embark and let the adventure begin!
Stop At: Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, Puerto Natales Chile
Sighting of Patagonian flora and fauna
During the navigation, we will observe the flora and fauna of the Patagonian fjords. The cormorant colony, the wolf ravine, the condor cliff, or the great waterfalls are especially interesting.
Bernardo O’Higgins National Park
We will make a brief stop at Puerto Toro, in the Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, where we will take a short 40-minute hike through a lush forest of coihues and southern beech trees. At the end of the route, we will arrive at the main viewpoint in front of the great Serrano Glacier, where we will enjoy the most spectacular views of the great glacier. Take out your camera and capture this incredible image to keep as a souvenir.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Puerto Natales, Puerto Natales, Magallanes Region
Estancia Perales Restaurant
After the hike, we will take a break to enjoy a glass of whiskey with millenary ice from the glaciers. Around 02:00 P.M. we will arrive at the Estancia Perales restaurant, where we will eat the famous Magellanic lamb or the vegetarian option. After lunch we will return to Puerto Natales around 5:30 P.M. to finish the Balmaceda Serrano glaciers tour.
Duration: 2 hours
