Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Boat Trip
This spectacular trip is unmissable if you are in Puerto Natales. We invite you into the extraordinary world of the fjords. Along the way you will see native flora and fauna, visit the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, and enjoy a whisky with thousand-year-old ice. The excursion ends with a traditional lunch at Estancia Perales, where you can try the classic Magellanic lamb or a vegetarian option.
- Places to Visit: Puerto Bories, Last Hope Sound, Balmaceda Glacier, Serrano Glacier, Estancia Perales.
- Departure time:
- Check-in at the 21 de Mayo office: 07:00
- Check-in at Puerto Bories: 07:30
- Sailing departs: 08:00
- Return time:
- 17:30 approx. – return to Puerto Natales
- Includes:
- Sailing through Last Hope Sound
- Visit to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers
- Walk through native forest to the foot of the Serrano Glacier
- Aperitif on board with whisky and thousand-year-old ice
- Lunch at Estancia Turística Perales (vegetarian option available)
- Entrance to Bernardo O’Higgins National Park
- Guides with WFR (Wilderness First Responder) certification
- Safety briefing, coffee or tea on board
- Use of trekking poles and a helmet for the walk
- Not Included:
- Transfers from the accommodation
- Personal expenses
- Pick-up point: There is no pick-up service. Go directly to the 21 de Mayo office or the Puerto Bories jetty.
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- Important information:
- Activity subject to weather conditions
- Times are approximate
- Operating season: 15 October to 31 March
- Does not run on: 25 December, 1 January, Good Friday
- What to bring:
- Hat and sunscreen
- Fleece, second and third layers
- Sunglasses and a waterproof parka
- Gloves, waterproof trousers and footwear
- Recommendations:
- Book in advance
- Arrive on time at the meeting point
- Bring a camera or phone with a charged battery
- Detailed programme:
- 07:30 Check-in at the 21 de Mayo office or Puerto Bories
- 08:00 Departure by boat from Puerto Bories
- 10:00 Views of mountains, waterfalls, estancias and birdlife
- 11:00 Visit to the Balmaceda Glacier
- 11:30 Walk through coihue and ñirre forest to the Serrano Glacier
- 13:00 Return to Estancia Perales with an aperitif on board
- 14:00 Traditional lunch at Estancia Perales
- 17:30 Arrival in Puerto Natales, end of our services
- Rates:
- Children 0-1 years: Free
- Children 2-12 years: 50% of the rate
- Adults (13 years and over): Full rate
- Important information:
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