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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Small group Trekking to Vinciguerra Glacier and Témpanos Lagoon
For safety reasons, mountain clothing is necessary for this activity. In case you do not have the appropriate clothing you will have the option to rent. The trailhead is only 15 minutes from the city, where the peat bog begins, and multiple wild trails that become more and more challenging appear. After crossing a river, the path goes deeper into the Fuegian forest, where lengas and guindos accompany you as you move towards the tree line in a 600-meter elevation gain climb. The last part of the trail takes place on high-mountain terrain with a challenging incline that finishes when we get to Tempanos lagoon. If the weather is favorable and if the group of hikers is in good condition, we will go around the lagoon to approach the Vinciguerra glacier and look at its cracks and moulins. Afterward, we will take the same trail back to the transfer that will take you to your hotel.
National Park with Train and Navigation Beagle Channel Full Day Tour
Unmissable full-day tour in Ushuaia where we will visit two of the three important geographical areas of Ushuaia. We will get to know the Tierra del Fuego National Park with all its flora and fauna. We will ride the End of the World Train to relive the history of the prisoners of Ushuaia. We will return to the city center so we can have lunch at one of the nearby restaurants. And after a few hours, we will show up at the tourist port (just three blocks away from where the bus left us) to start the second part of the day. Then we will navigate the waters of the native Yámanas in the Beagle Channel. We will visit the "Lighthouse at the End of the World" After 3 hours of navigation, we will return to the port where the tour will have ended
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.
Gastronomic Tour in Puerto Almanza
Puerto Almanza in Ushuaia is an authentic and beautiful fishing port, surrounded by mountains and crystal clear waters. It is an ideal location for those seeking an authentic fishing experience, as well as for those who wish to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Tierra del Fuego. Visiting Puerto Almanza is to enter the world of traditional fishing and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the coastal environment.
Activity 6-Hours Guided Trekking to Laguna Esmeralda with Lunch
Discover the paradisiacal secret hidden in the mountains of Tierra del Fuego: the Laguna Esmeralda trekking. Do you like nature and the mountains? Then this hike is for you. You are going to take one of the most beautiful photos of Tierra del Fuego. We will pick you up at your hotel, and we will travel 16 kilometers by vehicle along National Route No. 3 until we reach the beginning of the path. The adventure begins! In total, 9 kilometers (round trip) await you walking through the forest: glacial valleys, beaver farms, peat bogs and the Fuegian magic that accompanies you throughout the journey. This walk is considered of medium difficulty, and does not present significant unevenness.
Half-Day Tierra del Fuego National Park with Train (NOT CRUISE)
We are a boutique receptive agency and our passion is to take care of every detail. You will enjoy the most beautiful landscapes in a tour that will take you to the scenic Tierra del Fuego National Park. The panoramic points were carefully selected to have the best views and take incredible photos of the lakes, mountains, flora and fauna; accompanied at all times by our fantastic and enthusiastic team of professional guides.
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.