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To reach Antarctica for your end of the world adventure voyage, you will pass through Patagonia. Argentina and Chile showcase the bounty of nature - glaciers, rainforests, turquoise lagoons and the towering Andes. It's well worth factoring in a few days to explore, giving you some great stories to share on your Antarctic cruise.
As one of Swoop's Patagonia specialists, it's my job to help you get a flavour of this colourful, diverse region. Whether it's hiking, scenery, relaxation or wildlife you're after, taking just a week before your cruise to settle in and explore will add a whole new level to your trip.
Iain Rylance Patagonia Sales Manager
Swoop has catered for travellers of every group size. Whether you’re adventuring solo or bringing a group of over 100. We can help.
Before your cruise to Antarctica from Argentina you'll often have a short amount of time in either Buenos Aires or Tierra del Fuego.
One of the world’s most exciting and vivacious cities, Buenos Aires just oozes style, passion and energy. This beautiful and captivating city retains its Belle Époque glamour …
Discover MoreUshuaia, the world’s southernmost city, is not only the gateway to Antarctica but also to the untamed archipelago of Tierra del Fuego and its stunning national park. Immerse …
Discover MoreYou will travel a long way, and spend a lot of money just to get to Patagonia, en-route to Antarctica. We at Swoop are also Patagonian travel specialists. Take advantage and spend a few days or even weeks being amazed at what this vast region has to offer, you may not have the chance to get back here soon.
All flights to Antarctica depart from Punta Arenas, so if you are flying to the Peninsula, the Falklands or the South Pole, it would be well worth building a few days into your trip to embrace Patagonia's stunning landscapes and explore the region more fully, rather than simply passing through.
Rugged and remote, Torres del Paine is one of Patagonia's highlights. Magnificent granite towers, jagged mountains, glaciers, endless pampa and turquoise lakes make it a haven for hikers and adventurers.
There's no shortage of activities, from kayaking amongst icebergs to trotting between estancias on horseback, not to mention the W Trek, one of the world's greatest multi-day hikes. In the evening, you can come back to a luxury spa hotel, glamping pod, refugio or hotel, and watch the region illuminate under the setting sun.
Almost all travellers getting to Punta Arenas will need to fly via the vibrant city of Santiago, so stop off for a few days to break up the journey and taste some of the region's finest wines. The Casablanca valley is renowned for its Chardonnays and Sauvignon Blancs, and the contrasting Colchagua valley is known for being a full-bodied red wine paradise.
Swoop Patagonia partners with some of the region's most unique, innovative wineries and can arrange both stays and short tours, to enjoy the best of the region's offerings before or after your voyage.
A short flight north brings you to this land of extremes, where the scenery looks like it belongs more on the surface of the moon than in Chile.
Hot springs, mystical salt flats, lagoons packed with flamingoes and world-class stargazing make the Atacama the perfect contrast to your time on the White Continent. Technically outside Patagonia, the Atacama is one of the most popular destinations to add on to Antarctic cruises.
We LOVED the recommendation to go to Estancia Cristina! It's a little gem! Highly recommended for a quiet getaway, with lovely rooms, excellent food, and well-organized activities! We loved it! Read the full review
Travelled: December 2023
Patricia Zobel de Ayala - Philippines
We did a number of tours in Ushuaia and found the scenery and hikes to be great. Very happy we spent this additional time in the area. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2019
Steve Hatten - United States Of America
Excellent service from Swoop - not least the arrangement of our Chilean tour (Chiloe Island) as well! Read the full review
Travelled: January 2019
Alison Murdoch - United Kingdom
Our trip was in three parts. For me one of the highlights was completing the W trek, the variety of terrain and the smooth organisation of Chile Nativo added to this. We then visited Los Glaciares where a highlight was seeing thePerito Moreno Glacier. Antarctica offered us the opportunity to reflect on a wonderfully different world. Read the full review
Travelled: January 2019
John Roff - United Kingdom
Logistics for the trip to Patagonia before the sea journey, and the travel from Chile to Montevideo, were perfect. I appreciated the detail of the notes: what to do with the short times I had in different places, where to eat and stay. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2018
Jane Amara - United States Of America
Have a day or two in Buenos Aires, well worth a visit.
Travelled: March 2018
Mick - UK
It was great to have Swoop organise transfer on our arrival in Buenos Aires and the half day excursion the next day was perfect for us - they did an excellent job, thank you all!
Travelled: February 2018
Sue - Australia
Go to Patagonia after your cruise! It's incredible!
Travelled: December 2017
Jill & Family - Texas
We had the time of our lives. We really put very little effort into the research of Antarctica and Patagonia, we relied totally on you both, and we were not let down. I can't thank you enough.
Travelled: January 2016
Richard & Claire - UK
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If you're interested in making a little more of your Antarctic voyage with a tour in Patagonia, get a feel for some of the options with these luxury tours managed by our expert Patagonia team.
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