“This is a pristine area of the planet,” says naturalist Alex Searle of the Chilean fjords and Patagonia. “You are a true explorer while you’re here and you’ll get a unique perspective of the landscapes and the wildlife in this untouched part of the world.” On our Patagonia expeditions, travelers enjoy special access to national parks and remote isles where penguin colonies thrive, fin whales patrol narrow channels, and towering glaciers sweep dramatically through rugged valleys. In this Expedition Spotlight, discover the inspiring beauty of Patagonia and why traveling on a small ship with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is the ultimate way to explore this region.