Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina, is a flamboyant and colourful cruise destination. Old European colonial grandeur meets Latin flair in this metropolis. Cruisers can experience this through the architecture, cuisine and one of many tango performances which take place throughout the city. This traditional Argentinian dance combines nostalgia with the passion typical of Latin America

Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is the city with the highest quality of life in South America. The city centre offers a mix of old and modern with the colonial buildings of the old town and modern skyscrapers homing financial and political institutions. For those looking to have a more relaxed and laid back stay, Montevideo is surrounded by beautiful, pristine, uncrowded beaches.

The Drake Passage is a strait between the southern tip of South America and the northern tip of Antarctica. It connects the Atlantic with the Pacific Ocean and was named after the explorer Sir Francis Drake. The Passage is around 1,000 kilometres long. Crossing the Drake Passage is seen as a pivotal moment in making the crossing to Antarctica and offers the perfect opportunity for passengers to test their endurance skills, as the waters here are some of the roughest in the world. Once through the Passage passengers will enjoy the calm waters and incredible natural landscape of Antarctica which make the trip more than worth it.

The Beagle Channel Passage is distinguished by its charm and nature. A variety of animalslive here and, with luck, you can see dolphins, whales, elephant seals, sea lions and penguins. In addition, breathtaking glaciers ensures you will leave the Passage with unforgettable memories.

The Magellan Strait is a strait with numerous islands and side channels which connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. It is located between the South American mainland and the island of Tierra del Fuego and has been a Chilean territory since 1881.

Near the Chilean fjords is the beautiful Sarmiento channel. Here you have a breathtaking view of the surrounding area, you should not miss it under any circumstances.

The Chilean Fjords are a unique and beautiful destination. Access via road and air are extremely tricky and therefore exploring them is a treat reserved mainly for cruise passengers. Largely left untouched by man, the Fjords are home to a wide array of fascinating wildlife. If you’ve always dreamt of whale watching then make sure to book your cruise for October. Cruise passengers have the huge advantage of being able to experience the rugged environment from the luxury of a ship. So no need to pack your gloves but just don’t forget your camera.

The port city of Puerto Montt has a breathtaking skyline with the Calbuco volcano sitting in the background. This volcano is one of the active volcanos in Chile however there has been no eruptions in recent years meaning cruisers can enjoy the city with no worries. The region around Puerto Montt is well worth a visit offering glacial lakes and mountainous national parks which can be visited on an excursion. Puerto Montt is well known for it’s cuisine and you should definitely visit the craft market in the harbour and enjoy the local seafood.

Located in the Valparaiso Region, San Antonio is the busiest port on the western coast of South America. The main activities within this commune are fishing excursions and trips to the surrounding vineyards and national parks. Cruisers can also take the short trip to the larger cities of Santiago, Chile’s capital and largest city, or Valparaíso.