37 nights · Tahiti Island French Polynesia · Departs Papeete · Visiting Fakarava Atoll Tuamotus, Pitcairn Island, Easter Island Chile, Robinson Crusoe Island Chile, San Antonio, Puerto Montt, Chilean Fjords, Caleta Tortel, Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas, Ushuaia · Aboard Seabourn Cruises on the Seabourn Pursuit
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| Cruise line | Seabourn Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Seabourn Pursuit |
| Duration | 37 nights |
| Port calls | 12 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $36,523 per person |
| Year built | 2023 |
| Guests | 317 |
| Cabins | 132 |
| Crew | 120 |
| Length | 170 m |
| Beam | 26 m |
| Cruising speed | 22.0 kn |
Papeete is French Polynesia’s lively capital, set on Tahiti’s northwest coast beneath green volcanic peaks. Its waterfront, central market and shaded streets offer a vivid introduction to island life. Browse the Marché de Papeete for vanilla, pareos and tropical fruit, then pause over poisson cru, Tahiti’s lime-and-coconut-marinated fish. Beyond town, black-sand beaches and waterfalls await, while ferry links make Moorea an easy day trip. Papeete rewards a few hours on foot—and a longer look at Tahiti.
Fakarava is a vast coral atoll in the Tuamotu archipelago, where a narrow ribbon of land encloses a luminous lagoon. It is part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, recognized for its reefs, lagoons and fragile island ecosystems. At Garuae and Tumakohua passes, strong currents draw divers to schools of fish and gray reef sharks. On land, Rotoava offers a quiet glimpse of Tuamotu life, far from resort crowds.
Few ports feel as remote as Pitcairn, a volcanic island in the South Pacific with no airport. Most visitors arrive by ship, and landing depends on sea conditions. Adamstown, the island’s only settlement, is home to descendants of the Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian companions. Walk its steep lanes, visit the small museum, and experience island life shaped by isolation, self-reliance, and the ocean.
Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, rises from the Pacific nearly 3,700 kilometres west of mainland Chile. The island’s history commands attention: hundreds of monumental moai stand across a volcanic landscape shaped by Polynesian culture. At Rano Raraku, the quarry where many figures were carved, unfinished statues remain in the hillside. Ahu Tongariki gathers 15 restored moai beneath open skies. Rano Kau’s crater and Orongo’s ceremonial village reveal another chapter in Rapa Nui history.
Some 670 kilometres off Chile’s coast, Robinson Crusoe Island rewards travellers who value remoteness over resort comforts. At San Juan Bautista, the island’s small settlement, fishing boats and steep green hills frame daily life. Trails cross native forest, where the endemic Juan Fernández firecrown may appear. Alexander Selkirk’s years of isolation here helped inspire Daniel Defoe’s famous castaway. Expect a rugged visit shaped by sea conditions, limited services, and extraordinary isolation.
San Antonio is Chile’s largest commercial port, a working coastal city with a distinctly local rhythm. Its appeal extends beyond the docks: Santiago lies about 110 kilometres inland. Valparaíso is north, while the Casablanca Valley’s wineries offer a rewarding excursion nearby. Begin at the fish market and waterfront, or venture to Santiago, Valparaíso and Casablanca’s vineyards.
Puerto Montt is Chile’s working gateway to the Lake District, where the Andes rise above deep blue water. At the waterfront, fish stalls and seafood kitchens make the city’s maritime life easy to taste. Browse Angelmó market for smoked salmon, shellfish and local crafts, then look north toward the snow-covered cone of Osorno. Beyond town, lakes, forests and Chiloé’s distinctive island culture reward travelers who venture farther.
South of Puerto Montt, Chile’s fjords form a maze of islands, channels and snowbound peaks. Glaciers descend from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, while temperate rainforest reaches the water’s edge. Watch for dolphins and seabirds from deck; shore landings, where offered, reveal remote coastlines at close range. These are working waterways as well as wild scenery, best appreciated slowly, with camera ready and plans flexible.
At the mouth of the Baker River, Caleta Tortel stands between Patagonia’s Northern and Southern Ice Fields. Forested slopes meet Pacific channels, while cypress boardwalks take the place of roads. Raised walkways link homes, piers and viewpoints, bringing visitors close to this remote settlement. Come for quiet water, local boats and a rare glimpse of life along Chile’s Carretera Austral.
South of Puerto Montt, Chile’s fjords form a maze of islands, channels and snowbound peaks. Glaciers descend from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, while temperate rainforest reaches the water’s edge. Watch for dolphins and seabirds from deck; shore landings, where offered, reveal remote coastlines at close range. These are working waterways as well as wild scenery, best appreciated slowly, with camera ready and plans flexible.
The Strait of Magellan is not merely a passage between oceans; it is a frontier of wind, water and history. In 1520, Ferdinand Magellan’s expedition became the first European fleet to navigate this route between the Atlantic and Pacific. Today, a voyage through Chile’s intricate channels reveals snow-capped peaks, wooded shores and the stark landscape of Tierra del Fuego. Watch the weather shift, and understand why this waterway once commanded the world’s attention.
At the edge of the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas feels like a city built for crossing oceans. Its broad avenues and ornate mansions reflect the fortunes of sheep farming and trade. The Maggiorino Borgatello Museum traces Patagonia’s natural and human history. Climb Cerro de la Cruz for views across the harbor and rooftops. From here, boats reach Magdalena Island, home to thousands of Magellanic penguins.
Ushuaia sits between the Beagle Channel and the snow-streaked Martial Mountains, at Argentina’s far southern edge. Its harbor has long served as a gateway to Antarctica, while the town itself rewards a slower look. Ride the End of the World Train into Tierra del Fuego National Park, or tour the former prison museum. Here, wild landscapes begin just beyond the last streets.
Published September 2, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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