Ventus Australis

Our wonderful ship, Ventus Australis, benefits from a type of maneuverability that allows us to explore even the narrowest Patagonian channels, where no other ship can navigate.

• Length: 89 m 
• Beam: 14m
• Draft: 3 m

• Chart Class: N/A
• Cruising Speed: 12 Knots
• Year built:  2018

TECHNOLOGY & FUEL:

• Conventional marine diesel propulsion with IMO-compliant engine upgrades and NOx-reduction technology.
• Four-stroke Zodiac engines; no LNG, hybrid-electric, battery, hydrogen, methanol, e-fuel or shore-power systems disclosed.

CO2 Emissions

Low-emission propulsion improvements and NOx-reduction technology help reduce the environmental impact of operations.

Waste Management

Onboard waste-management practices include waste separation, recycling and responsible disposal. Sewage treatment complies with MARPOL standards, while vacuum toilets help reduce freshwater consumption. The replacement of cabin plastic bottles with water dispensers and reusable bottles eliminated more than 75,000 plastic bottles per season.

Citizen Science Programs

Scientific cooperation with CEQUA includes glacier photography, marine and terrestrial wildlife observations, water-temperature measurements and biodiversity monitoring. Guides receive scientific training and collect biological data following established monitoring protocols, with guests able to participate as active observers.

Local First Initiative / Communities

Collaboration with local scientific organizations supports research and environmental education in Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Guides maintain contact with scientists and contribute field data from remote areas that are difficult for researchers to access. A non-invasive tourism approach includes biosecurity measures, designated trails, footwear cleaning and responsible waste collection.