Ventus Australis

Our wonderful Ventus Australis vessel sister ship of the Stella Australis benefits from the kind of manoeuvrability that allows exploration of even the tightest of channels. This means that you’ll be both comfortable and relaxed in each elegant space while also venturing into parts of Patagonia that no other ship can access.

The name – Latin for "Southern Wind" – reflects Tierra del Fuego's distinctive weather, a factor that has long determined the region's socio-cultural development and that so impressed the early mariners who endeavored to explore Patagonia's southernmost waterways.

Tailor-made for exploring the remote southern tip of South America, all aspects of the 210-passenger ship -- including size, length, draft and engine power -- are designed to give Ventus Australis the extreme maneuverability necessary to navigate narrow fjords and channels where no other cruise ships can venture. 

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Specifications
  • Size boutique
  • Style Expedition
  • Type ocean
  • Year of launch 2018
  • Gross tonnage 4508t
  • Length 89.0m
  • Width 14.0m
  • Speed 13kts
  • Decks 5
  • Language Spanish & English
  • Currency US Dollar ($)
  • No. of passengers 210
  • No. of crew 62
  • No. of cabins 100
  • -wheelchair access 0
Gratuities

Tips are at the discretion of the passenger. But we suggest US$15 per day per passenger for the staff and crew, handed in at the reception desk on the last day of the cruise.

Facilities
Children not advised
Children's facilities not available
Smoking in designated areas only
Nursery not available
Accommodation

There are 100 Ventus Australis spacious cabins consisting of six categories, all with cozy beds, full bathrooms and panoramic views of the Patagonian nature unfolding outside.

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Dining

While aboard, your enjoyment is our top priority, with every effort made to make you feel at home in the comfort of our luxurious vessels. As such, the all-inclusive onboard restaurant and lounge bar serve up gourmet treats each day, with cuisine that takes its inspiration from all over the world and a wine menu designed to please every palate.

Entertainment

A major part of the Australis experience is an abundance of knowledge available at your fingertips, during every one of our Southern Patagonia cruise itineraries. This can be thanks to either our onboard library of interesting and informative books written about the region, or the regular seminars, lectures and presentations that take place courtesy of Australis’ expert naturalist guides. They are the best in the business, and will walk you through Patagonia’s geography, glaciology, ice fields, birdlife, marine mammals, Penguin and Sea Lion colonies, flora and endemic species, the seasons, history and challenges facing this fragile part of the world. Our advice is to make the most of this priceless opportunity, and return home tooled up with a first-hand understanding of what makes southernmost Patagonia just so special. 

Health and fitness

Please note: There are no health/fitness facilities on board Ventus Australis.

Kids and Teens

Please note: There are no dedicated children's facilities on board Ventus Australis.

Enrichment

Between meals, and indeed excursions, there is plenty else to keep you entertained throughout your Australis cruise, such as insightful seminars and lectures as well as a library of informative books. Both are an excellent way to learn more about your daily outings, the glaciology, geography, history, flora and fauna of Tierra del Fuego and wider Patagonia.

Shore excursions are carried out in Zodiac boats that can easily navigate remote bays and shallow water. During the journey, our English-speaking guides and guest lecturers deliver presentations and slide shows on various aspects of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego.

Our Patagonia expedition team and the entire crew will be in charge of making sure your Patagonia trip is pleasant, fun, and interesting. They will organize activities onboard in a friendly and warm atmosphere.

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