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Montevideo to Ushuaia

16 days voyage

Next voyage: Dec 11 - Dec 26, 2025

Starting from €1.760,- pp

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Ocean voyage

A Southern Ocean adventure from Montevideo to Ushuaia

Southern Ocean Voyage
Dates & prices

Embark on a beautiful two-week voyage from Montevideo to Ushuaia. Setting sail from the busy port of Montevideo, we navigate the South Atlantic, making our way through the Strait of Magellan and into the waters of Tierra del Fuego. Along the way, we'll pass the Patagonian coastline, with its rugged cliffs and wilderness before entering the Beagle Channel, where a festive Christmas dinner awaits, surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Beagle.

Pulling ropes
Sailing in the Southern Ocean

The voyage is rich with wildlife encounters, where albatrosses and petrels soar effortlessly over the waves, while dolphins often make an appearance alongside the ship. As we sail further south, keep an eye out for Magellanic penguins, cormorants and even the occasional sighting of whales, known to inhabit these nutrient rich waters.

Amelie in the bowsprit

Destination

Embarkation in Montevideo

Your adventure begins in the historic port of Montevideo. If you've arrived a few days early, take the time to explore Montevideo's rich culture. When it's time for embarkation, look for 3 masts and the Europa flag on top in the port of Montevideo to find our ship. The crew will welcome you on board, guiding you through the first steps of life at sea. After settling into your cabin, you'll join the rest of the voyage crew for an introduction of the ship, safety procedures and the voyage ahead of us. The adventure begins: on to the wild and remote waters of Patagonia!

Disembarkation in Ushuaia

After an unforgettable voyage through the Southern Ocean, full of wildlife encounters, newly learned sailing skills and newfound friends, your journey will end in Ushuaia, nestled between the Andes and Beagle Channel. The southernmost city of Ushuaia is definitely worth exploring, especially when you take the time to make some hikes on the outskirts of the city. Time to say goodbye to your fellow voyage crew and to Bark EUROPA, stepping off with memories of the sea.

Route

Whether you're a wildlife and nature lover, or a sailor looking for a challenge to navigate these waters in ever-changing conditions, this is going to be a fantastic warm-up before the Antarctica season begins. As we depart from the warm waters of Montevideo, you'll experience a noticeable shift in the environment as we sail further south into the cooler waters of the South Atlantic. This transition is what makes this voyage so special, offering a perfect opportunity to experience challenges of sailing in these waters.

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Itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome on board

From nearly all corners of the world, our guests will arrive in Montevideo, Uruguay. Your ocean voyage will finally start. Embarking via our gangway, you will be welcomed by our crew members. You will be asked to sign in on board and take the luggage to your assigned cabin, followed by a first meeting to introduce the captain and crew to the voyage crew before enjoying your first meal on board. These will be the first exciting moments of your time on board. A first glance of who you will be sharing your experience with. They will be solo travellers, friends or couples, young and old, from various countries and with different backgrounds, all united in their dream of sailing the South Atlantic on a tallship.

Bark EUROPA sailing in the southern oceans

Itinerary

Life on board

For some people on board it will be their first time on a tall ship, while others will have done similar journeys. This mix of beginners and more experienced tall ship lovers creates a learning atmosphere on board, where each person can contribute in their own way to keep the ship sailing. Soon after we have cast of our mooring lines, the watch schedule will begin. You will be placed in the Red - White or Blue watch. Each watch will take turns in being 4 hours on watch, to stand on lookout, steer the ship and help with sail handling.

Peeling potatoes on board

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Sail training

This ocean voyage offers you a chance to get a first glance of the theory and practice of tall ship sailing and all that it entails - sail handling, rigging, maintenance, navigation and much more. From day one, our experience permanent crew will start to teach you all there is to know about square rig sailing. With 16 days of sailing, we'll have time to dive a little deeper into the first basics of sailing a square rigger.

Steering the ship

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Close to nature

On this voyage we sail through some of the most biodiverse waters on Earth, where you'll have the chance to spot Magellanic penguins, seals, sea lions and a variety of seabirds. With the warmer waters around Montevideo giving way to colder Patagonian seas, December is the perfect time to witness migration whales and other marine life up close.

wildlife in the southern ocean

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Christmas on board

Celebrate Christmas in one of the most remote and stunning locations on Earth: the Beagle Channel. This will definitely be a Christmas you'll never forget. Enjoy the massive peak surrounding the waters, the serenity of the environment and share the holiday spirit on one of the last days of the voyage together with your new-found friend. A perfect end to the voyage. 

Christmas on board

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Day 15-16: Arrival in Ushuaia

After more than two weeks at sea, we will arrive in Ushuaia, marking the end of our voyage. The last night of the voyage we will spend in port, commemorating everything you have learned throughout the trip, having created memories for a lifetime and making new friends along the way. The morning after, it will be time to say goodbye to the ship, her crew and your newfound friends. On to new adventures!

Europa in Ushuaia

Reviews

Adrian Chan - OceanOcean Crossing

Everything about being on the Europa is just pure bliss to me; the crew were very nice and welcoming, the deckhands were very patient with us newbies, I haven't been this happy for a very long time. There are a couple of things that can be done better though: 1) Better communications between the permanent and voyage crew (e.g. room change arrangements) 2) Get more and/or better fishing gear with lectures on how to fish 3) Get better squeegees for deck wash! Other than that, coming on the Europa for 2.5 months was the best decision I've ever made.

Tracey Abbots - OceanOcean Crossing

The whole trip was just amazing. From the crew to the food to the ship. It was my second voyage on The Europa and would happily do a third. I would however recommend if I may that perhaps a word to everyone at the beginning of each leg about not taking ropes off or pushing in in front of female crew members. We are there too for the whole experience not just to paint our nails. Every member of the female voyage crew experienced this and some of the crew as well. I did point this out to the Captain who took this on board immediately and spoke to her crew for which I was very thankful.

Jos van der Weele - OceanScheveningen - Cascais

What a beautiful and exciting sailing experience on my trip with Bark Europa to Cascais! We had all types of weather, including a storm on the Atlantic Ocean. The Europa is a steady and safe ship with a very experienced and dedicated crew. It is so nice to be part of the sailing crew and be able to help with sailing the ship. For me it was the first time to sail non stop to Cascais on the Europa and it was an indescribable experience and worth repeating.

southern ocean sailing

Why choose us

  • Close to nature

    On this voyage you'll have the chance to see the majestic albatrosses gliding over the water, watch the migrating whales with us to the South, perhaps even spot a sea turtle in the warmer waters of Montevideo.

    Dolphins southern ocean

  • The southern skies

    During the Southern Summer, the skies can often have beautiful shades of pink, orange and purple. The long days and short nights, make for a kind of twilight, known as the midnight sun. The soft glow during the evening hours is a beautiful experience.

    Southern skies

  • Christmas on board

    Celebrate Christmas on board in one of the most remote and stunning locations on Earth. With the towering peaks alongside the Beagle Channel, this will be a Christmas dinner you'll not soon forget, celebrated together with your newfound friends.

    Christmas on board

Dates & prices

Sailing south in 2025: Montevideo - Ushuaia

Embark on a beautiful voyage that begins after the ocean crossing from Scheveningen to Montevideo and ends just before the Antarctic season begins. This voyage is the perfect warm-up for the adventures that await in Antarctica and a good voyage to combine with ANT 1, to have more sailing days to learn more about tall ship sailing. Along the way, you'll witness the raw beauty of the Southern Ocean, spotting unique wildlife and looking over the stunning landscapes of the Patagonian landscapes.

What's included

  • Small and personal sailing experience with a maximum of 42 voyage crew members
  • Sail training and interesting lectures from our permanent crew
  • Participate in research projects on board
  • Delicious meals from our experienced cook, unlimited coffee & tea
  • Spend your “off-watch” time in the ships library, lounge, poker corner, deckhouse or ships bar
From To Days Nautical miles Price pp 4/6p cabin Price pp 2p cabin
From
Montevideo, Uruguay
To
Ushuaia, Argentina
Days
16
Nautical miles
1480
€1.760,-
€2.400,-
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FAQ

Can I bring a drone on board?

No, drones are not allowed on board EUROPA. While they offer incredible perspectives, they can pose risks & safety concerns for other guests, crewmembers, and potentially disrupt the ships' operations. 

Is sailing experience required?

When you decide to join us one of our voyages, you will be doing so as part of the voyage crew. This means that EUROPA’s permanent crew will train you to be a sailor. No experience is needed, our crew will learn you everything along the way. Everyone is welcome to take the helm, set sails, assist with maneuvers, navigation, weather observations, furling the sails on the yards and much more. The permanent crew will give lectures and instruct you during the voyage in steering, navigation and sail handling. This will be done in a ‘Dutch’ style, so without yelling, blowing whistles or uniforms.

What does an optional reservation entail?

If you are interested in a specific voyage and you cannot decide immediately or if you have to make any necessary arrangements we can block a bunk for you for two weeks. That way you will have some time to decide without the risk of losing your berth. Please let us know in which voyage you are interested and how many bunks (male or female) you would like to block and if you prefer a 2-person cabin (can only be booked by couples or duo’s) or a bunk in a 4/6-person cabin. We will contact you as soon as possible to confirm your optional reservation.

 

How can I make a booking?

You are welcome to send in your booking form via our website as soon as you are ready for the adventure! Choose your voyage in the sailing schedule, scroll down to the date you wish to sail with us and click the 'Book now' button. You adventure is just a view clicks away!

What can I expect regarding the food onboard?

When you're out at sea, our galley is always busy preparing delicious meals to keep everyone well-fed. Our experienced cook and cook’s assistant take care of all meals on board, surprising our voyage crew with a variety of dishes made with local ingredients from the ports we visit. We offer both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. When you book your voyage, you can choose your meal preference to ensure everything is arranged in advance. Read more about food allergies and preferences here.