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Come
visit "the uttermost part of the earth" aboard Cruceros
Australis modern cruise ships the M/V
Via Australis and the all
new M/V Stella Australis,
and explore the legendary channels and waterways plied by the
early European navigators and the native inhabitants of this
remote South American region...an area as beautiful as it is
still untamed...perhaps more pristine and captivating than you
ever imagined. Cruceros Australis has been sharing this unforgettable
experience at "the far end of the earth" with travelers
from around the world since 1991. |
Cruise Itineraries
- Cruise Dates & Rates - Technical Specifications - Deck
Plans - Photo Gallery
Adventure cruise specialist Cruceros Australis newest ship is the 210-passenger M/V Stella Australis, launched in December 2010. The M/V Stella Australis has one hundred 177-square-foot cabins, all featuring picture windows, independent climate controls, bathrooms and satellite phones. The ship's three lounges — the Sky Lounge, the Darwin Lounge and the Yamana Lounge — are all equipped with audio-visual equipment for educational presentations throughout the voyage. There is also a reception area, a dining room and an exercise room. The five-deck M/V Stella Australis was purposely built for cruises to Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. An observation lounge overlooks the bow, has a bar, small library and video and audio equipment for lectures, with a second lounge higher up on the ship. The M/V Stella Australis also features a game room with tables for cards and a collection of board games, a small shop and a first-aid room. There is no better ship to cruise Tierra del Fuego and Cape Horn in comfort, safety and style than the M/V Stella Australis.
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Cruise Itineraries - Cruise Dates & Rates - Technical Specifications - Deck
Plans
The M/V Via Australis has been specifically constructed and equipped with the latest
navigation and safety technology for expedition cruising off
the southern tip of South America. The ship is 233 feet
long and 42 feet wide, accommodating 132 passengers in 64
spacious cabins. All of the attractively decorated cabins
are 15 sq. meters (approx. 161.5 sq. feet) with picture windows,
private bathrooms and either two lower beds or one double
bed, heating, closet and safe-deposit box. The M/V Via Australis features
a spacious open top deck for admiring the spectacular southern
scenery, and a gift shop, game room, infirmary and small library.
With a crew of 40 plus lecturers and guides, passengers enjoy
maximum attention, excellent cuisine and fine Chilean wines.
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Cruise Itinerary Map - 4 Days/3 Nights
M/V Stella Australis & M/V Via Australis
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Cruise Itinerary Map - 5 Days/4 Nights
M/V Stella Australis & M/V Via Australis
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Note: Ships are in dry dock mid-April to mid-September |
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| Note:
Cruises Ushuaia/Punta Arenas or v/v are NOT
included in the quoted tour rates. The cruise
rates are additional, based
on the category and season. |
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Double Bed Cabin

Twin Bed Cabin |
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Cabins B, A and AA are the same size (approx. 161 sq. ft.)
with picture windows, private bathrooms and either two twin
beds or one double bed. They vary only by location. Category
B cabins also have an upper pull-down berth for triples. |
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: We want
your stay on our cruise ships to be comfortable. We recommend
sports clothing for both women and men. Summer nights and sometimes
during the day the Patagonian climate is cold. We recommend
sweaters, jackets, pants and rain garments during the excursions.
For exploring and walking, gloves and a pair of firm shoes or
boots are suitable. |
| Expedition Cruise |
Expedition Cruise |
| 2750 (TRG) |
4500 (TRG) |
| 71.83 meters (235 feet) |
89.0 meters (292 feet) |
| 3.30 meters |
3.30 meters (10.83 feet) |
| 13.4 meters (44 feet) |
14.6 meters (48 feet) |
| 5 |
5 |
| ASENAV (Chile) |
ASENAV (Chile) |
| 2005 |
2010 |
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2 Cummins diesel main engines at 850 hp each |
2 Cummins diesel main engines at 1400 hp each |
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Cabins are equipped with 220 volt plugs. Bathrooms have plugs
for both 220 volts and 110 volts. |
Cabins are equipped with 220 volt plugs. Bathrooms have plugs
for both 220 volts and 110 volts. |
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2 SOLAS lifeboats, 14 life rafts for 25 passengers each and
2 life rafts for 12 passengers each. |
Exact details not available yet, but similar to Via Australis. |
The M/V Stella Australis and M/V Via Australis were built according to SOLAS 2001 and MARPOL 73/78 updated
standards for Worldwide oceanic navigation and finished in December
2010 and December 2005 respectively. Both vessels have a classification
certificate issued by ABS (American Bureau of Shipping), with
the notation of Passenger Vessel.
According to ISM (International Safety Management Code), imposed
by IMO (International Maritime Organization), the ships have
a SMC (Safety Management Certificate), which guarantees the
operation under international safety standards as well as the
protection of the environment.
The ships also have complete navigation systems (echo sounder,
radar, GPS and the modern communication system integrating it
to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, GMDSS), emergency
generator, fire stations, smoke detectors in every cabin, corridor
and lounge and a sprinkler fire suppression system installed
in all areas of the ship. The machine room is also equipped
with a CO2 fire extinguisher bank for increased fire prevention. |
| The protection and preservation of nature is a permanent preoccupation
of Cruceros Australis. For such purpose, we use specialized
processes to prevent damaging the beautiful spots of the region,
such as the separation of oil waste and other contaminating
fluids, which are later deposited at port; compacting and deposit
of garbage at port, and a sewage and solid waste treatment plant. |
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