Category A
Category A cabins on the Magallanes Deck are 178 sq ft each with standard-size twin beds or a double bed & 5’x4′ windows.
Stella Australis
The deluxe Stella Australis is one of the top vessels sailing around Chile's Cape Horn and Patagonia region. Enjoy her comfortable cabins with large windows, open bar and delicious dining.
Capacity
200
Year Built
2010
Length
292 feet
Beam
48 feet
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The 200-guest Stella Australis is a modern expedition cruise ship equipped with the latest navigation and safety technology. Cruising in Chile’s famed Patagonia region, she features a spacious open top deck for admiring the spectacular southern scenery, as well as a gift shop, game room, infirmary and small library. Three lounges are styled with modern audiovisual equipment for the most engaging naturalist lectures.
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Choose the Stella Australis for a comfortable yet adventurous experience paired with excellent service in a relaxed atmosphere. An onboard doctor is an added bonus. The distinguished success of Stella Australis resulted in the creation of her sister ship, Ventus Australis. Both share the honor of being one of the privileged passenger vessels able to cruise through the fjords of Tierra del Fuego, disembark at fabled Cape Horn and regularly visit the Cóndor Glacier. Note that this ship does not offer WiFi service.
Dining Aboard Stella Australis
The expedition programs include welcome and farewell cocktails; breakfast, lunch and dinner; open bar during the whole journey; and a cafeteria service. Aboard Stella Australis, enjoy exquisite food and the most famous Chilean wines. The menu includes international food and typical local dishes, alternating a la carte menus and buffets. Passengers requiring a special diet should request it in advance. Seating is open, with tables seating as low as four people and up to ten, so you can enjoy a more intimate meal or socialize with a larger group.
Activities Aboard Stella Australis
During the cruise there are daily land excursions with an average duration of two hours. They consist of walks through trails in the native forests, visits to glaciers and to Cape Horn National Park, including talks on the flora and fauna of the area. An especially limited stock of waterproof trekking jackets and trousers are available for purchase on board if required. Groups are formed to embark on Zodiac boats, which take you ashore.
The shore excursions aren’t the only time for education; the top notch onboard lectures are a highlight of the Stella Australis experience. During the cruise learn about the history, geography, glaciology and ethnography of the legendary Patagonia region, through interesting lectures given by the Stella Australis expedition team, which will take place on board (with audio-visual support). The Stella Australis also offers an exercise room on the Darwin Deck., and a doctor sailing alongside you.
Sustainability Aboard Stella Australis
The protection and preservation of nature is a permanent preoccupation of the M/V Stella Australis. She uses specialized processes to prevent damaging the beautiful spots of the region, such as the separation of oil waste and other contaminating fluids, which are later deposited at port; compacting and deposit of garbage at port; and a sewage and solid waste treatment plant.
There are 100 Stella Australis cabins across five categories, all with lower beds, a picture window, private bathroom, heating, closet and safe deposit box. While 96 cabins each measure 178 square feet, 4 Superior cabins on the Cabo de Hornos and Tierra del Fuego Decks each measure 220 square feet. Standard double beds aboard Stella Australis measure 5 x 6 feet, and standard twin beds measure 3.5 x 6 feet. Twin beds can be put together upon request.
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Category AA
Category AA cabins on the Tierra del Fuego Deck are 178 sq ft each with standard-size twin beds or a double bed & 5’x4.5′ windows.
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Category AAA
Category AAA cabins on the Cabo de Hornos Deck are 178 sq ft each with standard-size twin beds or a double bed & 5’x6′ windows.
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AA Superior
Category AA Superior cabins on the Tierra del Fuego Deck are 220 sq ft each with a large double bed (6’x6.5′) & 5’x4.5′ windows.
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AAA Superior
Category AAA Superior cabins on the Cabo de Hornos Deck are 220 sq ft each with a large double bed (6’x6.5′) & 5’x6′ windows.
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