Patagonia Sailing Expeditions 2025-2026

Join us and discover the untamed beauty of the Patagonian Channels — While making a real difference

Far to the south, at the very end of the Americas, lies a labyrinth of islands, fjords, glaciers, and wild ocean known as the Patagonian Channels. This is a region where mountains plunge straight into the sea, where albatrosses ride fierce winds, and where centuries of seafaring history meet cultures that have thrived in one of the most challenging environments on Earth. #patagonia sailing

Karukinka Association invites you not just to visit this remote paradise but to participate in its preservation — through meaningful, hands‑on expeditions that connect you with nature, history, and the people who call these waters home.

With only a few spots remaining for the 2025‑2026 sailing season, this is your moment to step aboard not as a passenger, but as a partner in an inspiring non‑profit mission.

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Why choose Karukinka over a traditional cruise?

Karukinka is not a cruise line. We are a non‑profit association, run by a small team of dedicated volunteers — sailors, scientists, artists, and local experts — who believe exploration carries a responsibility: to learn, to share, and to protect.

Since 2014, we have combined participatory projects, scientific research, and cultural heritage preservation in every expedition. That means our expeditions are not just about reaching a destination — they are about understanding it deeply, contributing to its future, and respecting the communities and ecosystems that make it unique.

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Membership: the key to sailing with us

Unlike commercial cruises where anyone can buy a ticket, all our sailings are exclusively for association members. This is not an arbitrary rule — it’s the foundation of how we operate:

• Joining is easy: You can become a member in just a few minutes online, with modest annual dues.
• It’s essential: Your membership sustains our operations, allows us to avoid commercial compromise, and keeps our focus where it matters — science, education, and cultural respect.
• It’s impactful: Every member’s contribution directly supports local projects, funds research, and helps preserve the fragile environments we explore.

By becoming a member, you are not simply buying a place on a voyage — you are entering into a shared commitment to protect and honour this extraordinary corner of the planet.

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Sailing aboard the Milagro

Our expeditions take place aboard the Milagro, a 64ft expedition sailing vessel designed for remote and demanding waters. Unlike large tourist ships, the Milagro can slip into small anchorages, sheltered inlets, and untouched bays where silence reigns and wild nature feels close enough to touch.

On board, everyone is part of the crew. You will share in the daily rhythm of life at sea — taking the helm, handling sails, standing watch, cooking together, and keeping the ship in top condition. You’ll also have the chance to learn navigation techniques and contribute to our indigenous toponymy project, which is restoring original place names to maps of Tierra del Fuego and the channels.

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Beyond Cape Horn: a different kind of goal

Cape Horn is a name that stirs the imagination. While it may appear on our horizon during certain expeditions, we are quick to say: it is not our primary objective. Our interest is not in ‘collecting’ destinations but in immersing ourselves in the full fabric of the region.

We sail through the Beagle Channel, explore the fjords around Isla Gordon, approach the glaciers of the Darwin Range, and navigate the intricate waterways where the Andes meet the Southern Ocean. Each anchorage, each hike ashore, each encounter with wildlife or local inhabitants is a chapter in a much richer story than a single headland could tell.

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The Karukinka Values

Our association is guided by four enduring values:

1. Conviviality — Life on board is about sharing, listening, and laughing together, regardless of backgrounds or experience.
2. Respect — For the sea, for the land, for the cultures and communities that precede us here.
3. Equity — Everyone, regardless of skill level, age, language or origin, has something to contribute and equal access to the heart of the experience.
4. Sharing — Of knowledge, of responsibilities, and of the emotional rewards that come from genuine connection.

Life on board embodies these values daily, from decisions about our route to the way we cook and eat together, as a small self‑reliant community.

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Your Impact as a Member‑Explorer

By joining the association and embarking on an expedition, you:

• Support scientific research: Our voyages gather environmental and cultural datas and contribute to studies on marine ecosystems, yagan culture and biodiversity.
• Preserve cultural heritage: Through our toponymy project and collaborations with Yagan peoples, we help safeguard languages and histories.
• Promote sustainable exploration: Our low‑impact sailing approach reduces carbon footprints compared to conventional cruises.
• Empower local communities: We engage local people in our projects, ensuring a fair exchange and mutual benefit.

Your journey is not just personal enrichment — it’s a direct investment in the resilience of this region.

Because in Karukinka, joining is not a ticket to a Patagonia sailing expedition — it’s a commitment to the land, the sea, and its people.

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2025‑2026 Expeditions

Each expedition spans approximately 18 days, starting from Puerto Williams (Chile) or Ushuaia (Argentina). Expect a blend of sailing, shore expeditions, cultural encounters, and plenty of time for reflection in landscapes few have seen.

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How to Join

1. Become a member — Join online here. It’s quick, simple, and opens the door to all our sailing opportunities.
2. Registration for your expedition — Once you’re a member, you will receive registration and medical forms to fill and sign.
3. Prepare for the adventure — We’ll provide detailed guidance on what to bring, how to prepare physically, and what to expect at sea.

Remember — without your membership, you cannot join our departures. This is how we maintain our independence, keep our size small, and ensure that voyages remain rooted in our values.

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Opportunities to explore the Patagonian Channels in this way are rare. Our small group sizes (max 10 people) mean that places disappear quickly — and with only a handful of departures each year.

But more than that — the environmental and cultural pressures on these waters and communities are growing. The more people who join with purpose now, the greater our ability to document, preserve, and pass on these treasures.

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Set sail with us — and make a difference you can feel.

Contact us at +33 6 72 83 03 94 (Telegram, WhatsApp) or contact@karukinka.eu, or learn more at karukinka‑exploration.com.

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