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| Punta Arenas |
| Sunrise: 07:15:00 | Sunset:20:33:00 | Daytime Temperature: 14 deg C | Nighttime Temperature: 6 deg C |
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Located on the Straits of Magellan, named after Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan when he discovered them in 1519; Punta Arenas is a cosmopolitan city, where fishermen mix with Chilean air force pilots and travelers who are heading to Tierra del Fuego. The Naval and Maritime Museum has a number of historical naval exhibits, and nearby Magdalena Island is home to the largest colony of Magellanic penguin in Chile, as some 60,000 pairs nest here.
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Panoramic Punta Arenas | PUQ/L |
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Duration: 3.75 Hours |
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Set off on a panoramic drive along Bulnes Avenue, where you will encounter El Ovejero, one of Patagonia's iconic symbols. Continue to a renowned pioneer cemetery, shaded by tall cypress trees and adorned with splendid mausoleums, before visiting the Maggiorino Borgatello Museum. Founded by Salesian missionaries, the museum offers a fascinating insight into the region's flora, fauna, and the history and habitat of its indigenous peoples. Uncover spectacular panoramic views of the city and the Magellan Strait from the Cerro de la Cruz viewpoint. Conclude your journey at the city's main square, Plaza de Armas, with a delicious local snack served in a charming, refurbished pioneer house. |
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30–minute coach drive to the cemetery with photo stop –20–minute visit to the cemetery |
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20–minute visit to the cemetery |
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5–minute drive to the Salesian Museum |
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1–hour visit to the Salesian Museum |
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10–minute drive to Plaza de Armas |
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25–minute visit to Plaza de Armas |
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50–minute drive to Cerro de la Cruz with photo stop |
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35–minute refreshment stop |
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10–minute coach drive back to the pier |
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Port Map |
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Depart: 9.5 Hours in port |
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