Top 20 Experiences in Ushuaia
National Park and Train Trip End of the World Guided Tour
The excursion begins when we pick you up in our minibus with your driver and a professional tour guide, to go to Tierra del Fuego National Park. On the End of the World Train, we are going to relive history in time and space. We will travel the same path that many years ago the prisoners traveled. Already in the Tierra del Fuego National Park, you will observe the most characteristic species of the Fuegian forests in a spectacular area of 63,000 hectares. The first point to visit in the park is the End of Route 3, in Lapataia Bay, where we find the famous End of the World sign, which symbolizes the union of Ushuaia and Alaska. Here you will have the most iconic photo that everyone wants to have: The End of the World poster, the End of Route 3 The next stop is at Lake Roca, where we will contemplate a typical Patagonian postcard To finish we will visit the Ensenada Zarategui where the last postal box of Correo Argentino is located.
Beagle Channel Navigation with Minitrekking
We work with small groups of up to 25 passengers in a familiar and friendly environment with the company of professional Spanish and English speaking guides. The excursions are carried out with the “KAMS and“ TELIENKA ”yachts, twin boats of 15 meters in length, which due to their dimensions allow a maximum approach to the islands allowing preferential sightings. During our tour we visit Isla Alicia, Isla de Pájaros and Isla de Lobos, where we make very close sightings of the fauna of the Beagle Channel. We know the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse built in 1919, a true emblem of the City of Ushuaia. At the end, we disembark at Bridges Island to go through a path of interpretation of flora and birds, telling them the history of the Yámanas aborigines. Here are the largest anthropogenic Yámanas shells in the region. It also has a panoramic point from where we can observe the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the City of Ushuaia in the distance.
Penguin colony in Ushuaia
* Land Half-Day: We travel by bus on route 3 and J. We will sail from Harberton Bay to Martillo Island. You will be able to walk with penguins for 1 hour with a specialized guide who will inform you about the life of these animals. You return to the city by bus. Check in: 2:00 p.m. at the tourist dock. * Full-Day Land Penguin AM + Lobos PM Navigation: In the morning we will leave by bus traveling along National Route N3 and Route J. Then we will sail to Martillo Island, where we will walk for 1 hour with the Magellanic and gentoo penguins. You return to the city by bus. Check in at 6:30 a.m. at the tourist dock In the afternoon, we will meet again at our office and sail through the Beagle Channel. We will be able to observe the Fuegian fauna on Isla de Pájaros and Isla de Lobos, as well as the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Check in at 5:00 p.m. at the tourist dock
Boat Trip to the Penguin Colony on Martillo Island
Visit one of the biggest penguin colonies in the world and learn more about this incredibly social animal during a 5-hour tour. Take a boat trip to the penguin colony, accompanied by a professional local guide, and discover the city's highlights from the river while navigating on the Beagle Channel towards the Penguin Colony. Learn more about this animals and get as close as possible to them, listen to your guides recommendations and get some historical facts about Ushuaia.
End of the World Train Ticket
Ride along the last miles of track of the original convict train that once operated in Ushuaia from 1910 to 1947 with an End of the World Train admission ticket. Hear the history of this famous narrow-gauge railroad while gazing out at the rivers, waterfalls, forests, and mountains of magnificent Tierra del Fuego National Park. Transportation to the End of the World Station is not included.
Tierra del Fuego National Park with the End of the World Train
We will take the train at the End of the World Station. On board the train you will be able to hear the story of the prisoners and delight in magnificent landscapes. You can enjoy this experience aboard a vintage railway, with its steam locomotives and elegant cars that have large windows and an individual audio system, the which offers the possibility of listening to the story in 7 different languages, in order to not only appreciate the nature that surrounds it, but also know a very important part of the history of Ushuaia. The trip continues to the National Park Station, contemplating the magnificent landscape offered by mountains and valleys near its border. Arriving at the National Park Station, our last stop, your guide will be waiting for you to continue your visit to the Tierra del Fuego National Park. At the end of the excursion, we will return from the National Park to Ushuaia in a shared transfer. Train ticket confirmation is subject to availability.
Beagle Channel Navigation - Sea Lions Island
In this navigation you will visit the Sea Lion's Island, Birds' Island and "Les Eclaireurs" Lighthouse. Also, there will be a landing on Bridges Island, for the interpretation of the flora, fauna and history of the place 2 DAILY DEPARTURES Summer schedule (October to April): 09:30am and 04:00pm Winter schedule (May to September): 10:00am and 03:00pm DURATION: 2:30 aprox. Kids under 4 years old: FREE.
Beagle Channel Navigation Penguin Colony
Unparalleled experience of sailing the Beagle Channel eastward enjoying the wonderful scenery of the channel and the mountains that surround it, there we will see Puerto Almanza on the Argentine coast and on the Chilean coast the Puerto Williams Naval Base, and arrive at Martillo Island where we will have the opportunity to see a colony of Magellanic Penguins and some specimens of Papua penguins.
Helicopter Overflight - Landing in the Cordillera - A30
Ushuaia was born at the foot of the fascinating Cordillera de los Andes, its glaciers, lagoons and valleys make this experience an unforgettable adventure.
Full Day Tour Off Road 4x4 in Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano with Lunch
You are going to enjoy the funniest 4x4 adventure. Aboard our fleet of 4x4 trucks, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, we will tour the north center of the island, on a trip of adventure and fun for the whole family, from babies to grandparents. Going through hidden trails between forests of Lengas, Coihues and Ñires, where it will be possible to appreciate birds and specimens of red fox, we will visit: El Paso Garibaldi, El Lago Escondido and El Lago Fagnano (where we will enjoy lunch included). We have the largest fleet of high-end 4x4 vehicles in the country, with 8 4x4 trucks with a capacity of 6 and 7 passengers each.
Private Guided Day Hike to Glacier Ojo del Albino
Discover the area alongside local guides and avoid larger groups where you could end up hurrying to capture photos. Enjoy the freedom to choose your day based on the weather forecast. Patagonia's climate is ever-shifting, making it challenging to pinpoint the precise date for your hiking expedition.
Shore Excursion in Tierra del Fuego National Park
This is the perfect shore excursion to make in Ushuaia when your ship is staying a few hours. The Tour will start when the ship arrives in Ushuaia, so you are sure we will be waiting for you!! This tour also offers you the perfect time flexibility to start the tour when your ship arrives and be on time for departure. It offers you great contact with nature and more liberty. Discover the Tierra del Fuego National Park, visit the southernmost post office, follow small and enjoyable hiking trails with personalized guide explanations, and take the famous picture at the End of the Pan-American Highway!
Tierra del Fuego National Park & End of the World Train Tour
With the half day tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park you will be able to explore one of the most beautiful parks in the region. This tour will be accompanied by a guide who will tell you all about the native flora and fauna, you can visit the Acigami Lake, of pure and crystalline waters of glacial origin framed by mountains and forests in a dream landscape. You can also explore Lapataia Bay, where the famous sign that marks the end of National Route 3 is located. This tour can be combined with the 1-hour End of the World Train ride. You will begin the journey at the End of the World Station, to ride the last 7 km from the original 25 km trail that carried the prisoner train almost 100 years ago. You will discover the beauty of Southern Patagonia from the famous Train to the End of the World. Undoubtedly an essential stop on your trip to the End of the World!
Emerald Lagoon Trekking
We are a boutique receptive agency and our passion is to take care of every detail. Our proposal will take you to a trekking path that reaches the Emerald Lagoon. From the hotel we will go by comfortable transport to the beginning of the trail. From there we will take the path that enters the forest within the Lasifashaj Valley. We will cross several turbales and rocky terrain. We will continue our walk along the Esmeralda River until we reach the indescribable Laguna Esmeralda, a small lake of glacial origin, which owes its name to the color that the sediments that come from the Ojo del Albino Glacier give it. This color can only be seen in summer since in winter it will be frozen and covered with snow. While we enjoy the view of the Lagoon we will load energies eating a box lunch. We will be able to undertake the return, where the road will be familiar to us and we will have the last chance to appreciate the beauties that surround us.
Shore Excursion - National Park Tierra del Fuego
Visiting Tierra del Fuego´s National Park is one of the activities you can not miss when visiting Ushuaia. We are dedicated to generating good experiences. Our professionalism, experience and the happiness of sharing with you this beautiful place makes a difference Our tour begins and ends at Ushuaia´s pier. (Usually in small groups of less than 18 passengers) Duration: 4 hours - Difficulty: low - The tour starts between 45 - 60 minutes after the ship arrive. Includes: Transfer from the pier and bilingüal tour guide (Spanish - English). National Park Fee Entrance.
Escondido and Fagnano Lakes - 4x4 Off Road Experience with lunch
Excursion in 4x4 vehicles to Escondido and Fagnano lakes. Pick up at the hotels from 9:00 am. Departing from Ushuaia, we take the National Road Nº3 towards the north, passing through the winter valleys until reaching the Garibaldi pass, where we stop to take photos. We continue our trip until a complementary road is taken, to start the off-road that lasts about 1 hour. In Lake Fagnano, we stop for a moment to recover energy and then enjoy a refreshing lunch. Lunch and drinks are included. Full Day Excursion.
Private Ascent to Monte Alvear Summit in Tierra del Fuego
The Summit of Ushuaia, Mount Alvear, with its 1,326 meters above sea level, rises like a giant prominence over Ushuaia. Reaching its summit is a feat that few can match, and will take you to the top of this picturesque city. Unmatched Panoramic Views, from the top, you will be rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the Domo Blanco Glacier, Albino Glacier Lago Fagnano and the Beagle Channel. Plus, you'll have a unique view of the snow-capped peaks and surrounding glaciers that make this region a natural paradise. Nature at its finest, during the ascent, you will enter a virgin and diverse natural environment. You will cross lenga forests, cross crystalline streams and venture into the world of glaciers, all in one trip. a unique experience at the end of the world!
Navigation Beagle Channel Isla de Lobos
Because you can be amazed at the view of the mountain range that surrounds the city of Ushuaia and its sumptuous nature that surrounds it. The route we take is full of historical value and, of course, landscape. We visit really interesting places that should not miss the opportunity to meet.
Exclusive Tierra del Fuego National Park Hike and Canoe Tour
Discover Tierra del Fuego National Park on an outdoor adventure that includes a 3-hour hike, picnic lunch and 1.5-hour canoe paddle. With a specialized guide you’ll explore Patagonia's national park, where mountains, freshwater rivers and lakes are all accessible near the coastal sea. During this day trip from Ushuaia, hike through the woods and row your boat over Lapataia Bay—a must-do activity while in Tierra del Fuego! Numbers are limited to 12 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group.
4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego
Travel in a 4WD vehicle (Land Rover or Toyota Hilux) off-road through Tierra del Fuego wild lands on this 7-hour tour from Ushuaia. Delight in amazing views of Hidden Lake (Lago Escondido) and Lake Fagnano – impressive natural attractions within the Southern Andes range. The sturdy 4WD Off-Road utility vehicle takes you through a stunning Patagonian landscape, where you’ll enjoy a lakeside barbecue lunch paired with Malbec wine! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people. During summer, a 45-minute canoe excursion is included on Lake Fagnano.