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.

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.

Puerto Chacabuco is a small port city in western Patagonia. The biggest local attraction is the National Park of Laguna San Rafael. Admire the unique nature, shaped by glaciers, fjords and volcanoes.

The National Park Laguna San Rafael is located in the Aysen Región in Chile, about 120 km south of Puerto Chacabuco. The major tourist destination of San Rafael Glacier is about 50 km west of Mount San Valentín and is a member of the Northern Ice Field (Campo de Hielo Norte). The glacier is 45 km long and 2.5 km wide. The glacier walls can be over 70 meters high.

Punta Arenas, located on the southern most tip of Patagonia, is the southernmost major city in the world. The cultural of the city is mixed and culturally colourful due to the influence of Portuguese settlers as well as English animal breeders who have lived in the area. With it’s proximity to Antarctica, Punta Arenas is often used a base for excursions to see the surrounding wilderness and landscapes.

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Ushuaia, the capital of the province of Tierra del Fuego, is Argentina's southernmost city. The Tierra del Fuego National Park offers spectacular scenery alongside the popular ‘End of the World’ train ride through the park. Wonder at the beautiful sights of the city and the natural surroundings from the Martial Glacier. History buffs should make sure to visit the Maritime Museum.