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PUERTO
MONTT -> PUERTO NATALES
Navimag, 4 days / 3 nights, ferry with
cabins, from US$ 330 |
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This
is one of the most popular ways to get to the southern edge
of the country, and approach to the Torres del Paine National
Park, since it is impossible to reach this distant region
by road through Chile. The travel is considered as a "one
way", because people who sail to Puerto Natales us ually
continue their trip into Argentina and Tierra del Fuego, or
prefer to fly back. Nevertheless, this journey is considered
an experiencie in itself, due to the slow way of entering
this magnificent landscape of narrow channels and solitary
islands. It is also possible to do this trip the other way
round, from Puerto Natales back to Puerto Montt. |
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| Itinerary |
The
ferry leaves Puerto Montt, and sails through the quiet waters
of the Ancud Gulf, protected by the numerous islands of the
Chiloé's Archipelago. After crossing the Moraleda Channel,
the boat sails through the Penas Gulf, the only part of the
journey at open seas. After some hours, the navigation continues
through protected channels. The journey goes through the channels
White, Sarmiento and Concepción, arriving on the morning
of the 4th day in Puerto Natales.
For a detailled description of the southwards trip: 
For a detailled description of the northwards trip:
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| Dates |
After several years of not transporting passengers during the off-season, Navimag has resumed its year-round service. However, due to challenging conditions between April and September, departure dates are not guaranteed and will be announced based on prevailing conditions.
During high season, tour guides are on board, and activities such as talks and yoga classes are offered; during the off-season, only transfers and meals are provided.
Departures no longer have a fixed day of the week throughout the season, but are scheduled according to the following calendar:
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Due to the difficult weather conditions in Patagonia, this timetable and even the departure days may change
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Departures Low Season: April - September 2026 |
| Sailing |
From Puerto Montt |
From Puerto Natales *) |
| April 2026 |
3 - 11 - 21 - 28 |
7 - 18 - 25 |
| May 2026 |
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| June 2026 |
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| July 2026 |
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| August 2026 |
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| September 2026 |
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| *) Boarding in Puerto Natales is usually the evening before |
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Departures High Season: October 2025 - March 2026 |
| Sailing |
From Puerto Montt |
From Puerto Natales *) |
| October 2026 |
2 - 9 - 17 - 24 |
6 - 13 - 21 - 28 |
| November 2026 |
2 - 9 - 17 - 25 |
5 - 14 - 21 - 29 |
| December 2026 |
3 - 10 - 18 - 26 |
7 - 14 - 22 - 29 |
| January 2027 |
2 - 10 - 18 - 26 |
6 - 14 - 22 - 30 |
| February 2027 |
2 - 10 - 17 - 25 |
6 - 14 - 21 |
| March 2027 |
5 - 13 - 20 - 28 |
2 - 9 - 17 - 24 |
| *) Boarding in Puerto Natales is usually the evening before |
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| Boats |
In October 2021 started to operate Navimag's new ferry, Esperanza. It has space for 244 passengers and offers a cafetería, dining room, a room for activities, an infirmary, three exterior decks and a cabin for passengers with reduced mobility.
The ship transports also cargo and vehicles. |
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| Ship
Characteristics |
ESPERANZA |
| Length |
123
mts. |
| Breadth |
21
mts. |
| Capacity
(passengers) |
244 |
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| Cabins |
The
ferry
Esperanza offers
accommodation in different categories of cabins with 2 up
to 8 beds: |
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| Ferry
ESPERANZA |
| Cabin |
Nº
Passengers |
Bathroom |
Window |
| Premium |
2 |
Private
inside |
Yes |
| AA |
4 |
Private
inside |
Yes |
| A |
4 |
Private
inside |
No |
| C |
6 / 8 |
Private
inside |
No |
| Reduced Mobility |
2 |
Private
inside |
Yes |
For
more information and photos of the Esperanza > |
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| Rates |
- All given rates are per person in US-Dollars.
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The cabins Premium Suite, AA, A, and Reduced Mobility are sold only on a private basis. If your group is smaller than the number of berths in the cabin, you have to pay the single, double or triple rate as shown in the list.
- The C-cabins with 6 or 8 beds are only sold on a shared base.
- If you travel with children or infants, you must book a private cabin.
- The price includes fullboard (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with water, juice and tea or coffee. If you prefer vegetarian, diabetic, etc., food, please mention it while making the reservation.
- Additionally, there is a harbour tax of US$ 18 per person.
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Ferry ESPERANZA - Low Season:
April 2026 to September 2026 |
| Cabin |
Single |
Double |
Triple |
Cuadruple |
Shared |
| Premium |
890 |
750 |
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| AA |
700 |
590 |
550 |
500 |
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| A |
600 |
490 |
440 |
400 |
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| C |
- |
- |
- |
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330 |
| Reduced Mobility |
600 |
490 |
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For
more information and photos of the Esperanza > |
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Ferry ESPERANZA - High Season:
October 2026 to March 2027 |
| Cabin |
Single |
Double |
Triple |
Cuadruple |
Shared |
| Premium |
2790 |
1850 |
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| AA |
1990 |
1190 |
890 |
690 |
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| A |
1590 |
990 |
690 |
550 |
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| C |
- |
- |
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499 |
| Reduced Mobility |
1590 |
990 |
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For
more information and photos of the Esperanza > |
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| Discounts |
| Infants
under 2 years old (sharing bed) |
80%
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| Children
under 12 years old |
20%
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| Vehicles
Transport
(Rates in Chilean Pesos) |
P.
Montt -
P. Natales |
P.
Natales -
P. Montt |
| Car,
Pick-Up, SUV up to 6 meters |
Ch$
785.262 |
Ch$
529.595 |
| Promotion: Vehicles with passengers that travel in the same ferry |
Ch$
600.000 |
Ch$
350.000 |
| Motor
Home, Trucks |
Each
meter |
Ch$
298.940 |
Ch$ 179.583 |
| Motorbike |
Ch$
328.715 |
Ch$
328.715 |
| Bicycles
(free with your passenger's ticket) |
Ch$
50.000 |
Ch$
50.000 |
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| How
to make a reservation: |
In
TravelAid we can make your reservation with the following information:
-Full name
-Nationality
-Passport number
-Date of birth
If you are travelling by car:
-Type of vehicle, brand, model and licence number |
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The modern ferry Esperanza
Passengers on the stern deck
Bridge
Travelling between islands and mountains
Impressive landscapes
An islet with sea lions
Spectacular sunsets on board
Puerto Edén, the only stop on the trip
Local passengers disembark at Puerto Edén
Yoga class on the deck
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