Ferry de Navimag navegando entre Puerto Montt y Puerto Natales por la Patagonia chilena
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Travel by Ferry from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales

1,700 kilometers through a spectacular route

A JOURNEY AT A DIFFERENT PACE

A unique nature in the world, under the purest skies and rains on the planet.

View from the ferry deck sailing through the Patagonian fjords

The Esperanza ferry provides cargo and passenger transportation along a route that sails through remote places and uninhabited landscapes, heading to the heart of Patagonia.

The Navimag experience invites you to contemplate, as silent witnesses, the intense marine and wildlife of whales, dolphins and birds in their extreme and natural habitat.

On its journey, the ferry skirts most of the coast of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, one of the reserves that shelters the largest population of huemul deer in South America, while navigating the Patagonian fjords between Puerto Montt and Puerto Natales. In its evergreen forest territory there are also 49 glaciers that are part of Chile's Southern Ice Field.

Trip milestones

Day 1Day 1
PUERTO MONTT
During check-in, our port staff will receive your luggage for safekeeping, which should be collected by each passenger at the time of boarding. If you are traveling with a vehicle, you will be provided with the necessary information to guide you through the process. Once on board, the crew members will provide passengers with a welcome briefing and some information for a safe and enjoyable navigation. We will then set sail and navigate through the Patagonian Fjords, with the final destination being the city of Puerto Natales. The navigation will begin through the Reloncaví Pass, Gulf de Ancud, and at dusk, we will enter Canal Apiao and later Gulf of Corcovado.
Day 2Day 2
CANAL MORALEDA - GULF OF PENAS
You will be greeted by the sunrise as we navigate the southernmost part of Gulf Corcovado. lf weather permits, passengers can see dolphins, sea lions, and wild birds. At nightfall, the ferry begins oceanic navigation in the of north of the Gulf of Penas to enter fully into the open ocean during the night. This crossing lasts approximately 12 hours, It's possible to see Humpback, Minke, and Blue whales.
Day 3Day 3
BAJO COTOPAXI - PUERTO EDÉN
We will awaken sailing between fjords and cross the Messier Channel, which reaches a depth of 1,270 meters. In this Fjord we will also have the opportunity to see the Cargo Ship "Capitán Leonidas," which has been stranded since the 1970s on a submerged islet called "Bajo Cotopaxi." This ship is currently used as a navigation beacon and a point of reference for sailors. Shortly after, we will cross the Angostura Inglesa and reach the town of Puerto Edén, where the last remaining indigenous Kaweskar in Chile reside. Puerto Edén is located on Isla Wellington, one of the largest islands in the country, and is part of the Bernardo O´Higgins National Park.
Day 4Day 4
PASO KIRKE - PUERTO NATALES
Continuing along the Canal Morla Vicuña, we will reach Paso Kirke, approximately 50 km west of Puerto Natales. This pass is one of the main maritime routes parallel to the Canal Santa María, Angostura White , and the Ocean Route. We will enter the Golfo Almirante Montt and arrive at the city of Puerto Natales.
For your safety and to ensure the best onboard experience, our itineraries are subject to last‑minute changes due to weather conditions. We suggest planning your trip with flexibility.

Onboard Experience

Enjoy your stay on the Ferry Esperanza.

Before Boarding
Boarding Day
Boarding Day

On boarding day you will receive a confirmation email with all necessary information for your trip. It is important to check the schedules and arrive early at the port.

Check-in passengers Without vehicle
Check-in passengers Without vehicle

Check-in in Puerto Montt will be communicated in the check-in time notice 48 hours before sailing, along with the final boarding times. Puerto Natales: Pedro Montt 540, corner with Bernardo O'Higgins, Puerto Natales.

Check-in passengers With vehicle
Check-in passengers With vehicle

Cargo reception yard in Puerto Montt - Oxxean Terminal, Chinquihue sector km. 13.5 Cargo reception yard in Puerto Natales* - EPA cargo yard without number, Av. Pedro Montt in front of the dock. *This place is only available for check-in of passengers with vehicles. Check-in with vehicle is done directly at the cargo reception yard. Once the vehicle is delivered, we will take the driver to the check-in location or directly to the ferry, depending on the conditions of each trip. Companions and luggage must go to the check-in location.

On Board
Clothing
Clothing

The Patagonian weather is variable and the wind on board is intense, so we recommend comfortable clothing, good insulation, and more of some impermeable clothes, that allow you to go on deck even when it rains.

Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions

Patagonia is known for its variable climate. During the journey you may experience sun, rain, wind, and cold in the same day. This is the forecast for the journey through the regions of Los Lagos, Aysén and Magallanes:

Food
The Dining Room
The trip includes a base menu of three daily meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meal service schedules • Breakfast 08:00 - 09:00 • Lunch 12:00 - 13:00 • Dinner 19:00 - 20:00 Throughout the day you can enjoy tea, coffee and fruits at your disposal.
Special Requirements
If you need adjustments to your diet due to allergies or other dietary restrictions, lifestyle, religion, please do not hesitate to inform the team. And if you are celebrating an anniversary or want to celebrate something special, please let us know too!
The Cafeteria
We have a cafeteria open every day, offering coffee beans, tea, soft drinks, sweet products such as chocolates, cookies and savory products, delicious!
Entertainment
Yoga and Activities
Complement the trip with gentle movements and fresh air, as well as entertaining dance, bingo, and other activities. Activities are available in peak season, from October to March.
Documentaries and Books
For all tastes on board. ¡Find them in the dining room!
Creative Afternoons
Do you dare to take a paper and a brush? Dare to write and paint.
Community Puzzle
We assemble this puzzle together during the days of the journey. Who will put the last piece in the dining room puzzle?
Nature Photography
Through the lens of your camera you will observe different climates and landscapes, on a journey that crosses different milestones of Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. You can see them in the "Journey Milestones" section.
Board Games
Cards, dominoes and other timeless classics to enjoy with friends or family.
Other Activities
Guided tours to the Captain's bridge Bingo Karaoke Fun dance Visit to the engine room guided by the ferry crew
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