Australis - Cape Horn excursion

For stargazers, the Atacama Desert in Chile is without question the Holy Grail, offering ideal observing conditions: the clearest skies in the world, virtually no light pollution, and state-of-the-art observation facilities. The Atacama has the highest concentration of scientific observatories anywhere. Northern Chile is estimated to host 70% of the world's astronomical ...

Tuckers Islet is a true treasure of Tierra del Fuego. It is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts, a small island home to a colony of Magellanic penguins and numerous cormorants. You will observe these birds up close from aboard your zodiac (landing is not permitted, except for scientists). The crystal-clear waters surrounding the islet add a striking touch to the landscape, ...

South of San Pedro de Atacama, at 3,625 metres above sea level, lies the small agro-pastoral community of Talabre, home to no more than 100 inhabitants, who continue to live according to ancient customs and traditions.Walking through the village's streets, you'll form your own impression of its centuries-old buildings, its church and its history. You'll also see petroglyphs, remnants of the ...