Ushuaia Classic
Duration:
4 days and 3 nights
Group:
2 or more
Type of excursion:
Adventure and Nature
From:
USD $515.00

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  • Airport pickup
  • Transfer to the hotel
  • Check-in
  • Free afternoon to explore downtown (San Martín Avenue, shops, and cafés)

Optional: City tour of the southernmost city in the world

Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park

The National Park is Argentina’s southernmost protected area.
It is the only one that features both coastline and mountains. It is accessed via
National Route No. 3, about 11 km southwest of Ushuaia. On this tour, we’ll visit the Pipo River, Mount Susana, Lake Acigami, the Alacush Visitor Center, Laguna Verde, and Lapataia Bay, where the Pan-American Highway ends. We’ll stop along the way to take photos and go on a hike, weather permitting.

The park’s topography is extremely varied, featuring a succession of rugged mountains, rivers, valleys, and lakes all the way to the coast of the Beagle Channel.

The sub-Antarctic forest can be admired year-round. The most common mammal is the Fuegian red fox. The variety of marine and mountainous environments supports a wide range of bird species, from the cachaña, the giant woodpecker, the rayadito, and the Patagonian thrush, to the cauquén caranca, the symbol of the National Park.

Duration: 5 hours

  • Cruise through the Beagle Channel
  • Sea lion and bird watching in Tierra del Fuego.
  • Views of the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, Bridges Island, Isla de los Pájaros, and Isla de los Lobos.

Discover the legendary Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse as you cruise through the Beagle Channel and disembark on Bridges Island, where a lookout point with breathtaking panoramic views awaits you.

Start:
The tour begins at the port of Ushuaia. During the trip, you’ll visit islands inhabited by various species of seabirds and sea lions. The catamaran will stop repeatedly in front of the animals so you can take photos and enjoy the wildlife up close.
On board the catamaran, passengers can enjoy the scenery in a lounge equipped with seating, tables, a café, and restrooms. The vessel also features an open-air area where you can enjoy the fresh sea air and take 360-degree photos.

Disembark:
At the private port of Isla Bridges (south shore) for a 20-minute walk. Afterward, you’ll enjoy breakfast or a snack aboard the boat.

Sail:
Toward the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, spotting wildlife on Isla de los Pájaros and Lobos, before returning along the picturesque coast of Estancia Túnel.
The excursion includes

Onboard services:
Bilingual guide, photography, walking tour, and birdwatching
Duration: 2 hours

  • Breakfast
  • Transfer to the airport
  • End of services
  • Airport–hotel–airport transfers
  • 3 nights’ accommodation with breakfast
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park tour
  • Faro y Lobos boat tour
  • Tour transportation
  • Professional guides
  • Flights
  • National park admission tickets
  • Meals not specified
  • Tierra del Fuego Train
  • Optional Excursions

Additional Tours

Train to the End of the World

After forty years out of service, in 1994 the End of the World Train resumed part of the old route once traveled by the prison train, which departed from the Ushuaia prison—located in the city center—and headed toward the slopes of Mount Susana to gather materials (wood and stone) for the prison’s construction. The train’s main station is located just 7 km from the city of Ushuaia, and it is there that our guides and attendants will invite you to relive the final 7 km of the journey.

On board the train, you’ll hear the story of the prisoners who came to this area daily to cut wood, and you’ll be treated to magnificent scenery, including the meandering Pipo River, La Macarena Waterfall, the “tree cemetery,” and the majestic lenga forest. In this way, you’ll visit an otherwise inaccessible part of Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you can enjoy this experience aboard a vintage train, with its steam locomotives and elegant cars featuring large windows and an individual audio system that allows you to listen to the story in 7 different languages, so you can not only appreciate the nature around you but also learn about a very important part of Ushuaia’s history.

City Tour

The city tour in Ushuaia is a short excursion ideal for exploring the southernmost city in the world.
During the tour, you’ll visit the main urban and scenic spots, combining history, culture, and unique landscapes.
It includes a stroll along San Martín Avenue, the city’s commercial and tourist heart.

There’s also a stop at the port, where cruises along the Beagle Channel depart.
The tour offers spectacular views of the bay, the mountains, and the surrounding natural landscape.
You’ll pass through residential neighborhoods that offer a glimpse into daily life at the end of the world.
In addition, the tour includes stops at strategic viewpoints for taking photos.
It’s a guided, comfortable, and short tour—ideal for your first day.
Perfect as an introduction before embarking on more comprehensive excursions in Ushuaia.

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Includes: Panoramic Bus (High season only, October through March)

Beagle Channel Cruise

Maritime Lighthouse, Sea Lions, Birds, with a walk and transportation included

The Beagle Channel tour is one of Ushuaia’s most iconic experiences.
It takes place on tourist boats that cruise through waters surrounded by mountains and southern landscapes.

During the tour, you’ll visit small islands inhabited by sea lions and various birds.
One of the most photographed spots is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an icon of the region.
The tour offers unique panoramic views of the city from the sea.
You can also spot cormorants and other species typical of the “End of the World.”

Some departures include longer excursions to penguin colonies. On the way back, we disembark on Bridges Island to walk along an interpretive trail featuring local flora and birdlife, while we share the history of the Yámana indigenous people. This island is home to the largest anthropogenic Yámana shell middens in the region.

Since it is the largest island, we visit the highest vantage point, from which we can admire the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the city of Ushuaia in the distance.
During the cruise, we’ll enjoy coffee with liqueur, various types of tea, delicious hot chocolate with sweet cookies, and, of course, traditional Argentine mate.
The cruise is smooth and suitable for all types of travelers.
It’s an unmissable excursion to connect with the nature of the southern region.

Duration: 4 hours
Includes: Transfers, 4-hour boat ride, refreshments

Esmeralda Lagoon Trek – Express 🇦🇷

The tour to Laguna Esmeralda in Ushuaia is one of the most popular hikes in the region.

It is a low- to moderate-difficulty hike, ideal for most travelers.
The route winds through Tierra del Fuego forests, peat bogs, and unique natural landscapes.

Along the way, you’ll see mountains, valleys, and meltwater streams.
The trail offers a peaceful experience in direct contact with nature.
Upon arrival, the lagoon surprises visitors with its distinctive emerald green color.

It is surrounded by mountains and, in some places, glacial remnants.
It’s the perfect spot to take photos and relax.

On the shores of the lagoon, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious gourmet sandwich, prepared especially for you. While you enjoy your meal, you can take in the panoramic views of the surrounding area.

This is a must-do activity for trekking and nature lovers.
Physical Difficulty: Low | Technical Difficulty: Low | Total distance covered: 9 km
Elevation Gain: 160 meters | Activity Duration: 4 hours

4x4 Off-Road Lakes Tour in Ushuaia

Winter: May through September
Summer: October through April

We’ll embark on an unforgettable journey through the majestic Andes Mountains, now covered in snow. Our expert guides will lead us along ice-covered roads to explore the breathtaking Escondido and Fagnano lakes aboard 4×4 vehicles. Then, an exciting off-road adventure will immerse us in the wildest aspects of winter and take us to our private lodge, where an authentic Argentine asado awaits us.
Our 4×4 adventure begins with a departure from the hotel in Ushuaia, taking us into a stunning snow-covered glacial valley. The first leg of the journey culminates at Paso Garibaldi, the only mountain pass that crosses the majestic range of the Fuegian Andes. From this high vantage point in the mountain range, we’ll enjoy a privileged view of the snow-capped peaks and Lake Escondido, a small natural wonder that we’ll later travel from south to north along National Route 3.
Near the northern end of Lago Escondido, we’ll leave the paved road behind to embark on an exciting off-road adventure. We’ll venture along the old paths of a sawmill—covered in snow and ice—which soon turn into challenging trails impassable for conventional vehicles. These will lead us directly to Lake Fagnano, Argentina’s fifth-largest lake, where its vast expanse will take our breath away.
In the forest, on the shores of Lake Fagnano’s imposing coastline, we’ll have free time to walk and explore Bombilla Lagoon, which is frozen for much of the winter. Meanwhile, our guide will prepare a hearty and comforting meal, which we’ll enjoy in comfort at our exclusive lodge. Nestled in the midst of this pristine, snow-covered natural setting, far from the hustle and bustle of modern life, this moment will be the perfect finale to our day of exploration in Tierra del Fuego.

Duration: 7–8 hours
Includes: Transportation, guide, lunch, transfers

🇦🇷 The Spinach Crab Trail (Puerto Almanza)

Enjoy exquisite dishes made with fresh seafood and spider crab, set against breathtaking landscapes where the forest plunges into the Beagle Channel in a captivating and whimsical way.

Our first destination: Laguna Victoria. There, we’ll have breakfast at a historic site steeped in the history of our indigenous peoples. This lagoon, which freezes over in winter, is a natural wonder all year round.
After breakfast, we’ll head to Puerto Almanza, a small fishing village located on the eastern coast of the Beagle Channel, 75 km from the city of Ushuaia. The town’s name comes from a sawmill that operated in the area between the 1940s and 1950s. There, we’ll take in the beauty of the surroundings, and our reservation will be ready so we can enjoy the most unique local dishes right on the banks of the Beagle Channel. You’ll be able to try crab au gratin with a variety of cheeses, cooked in butter, or the catch of the day.
After lunch, we’ll have the opportunity to explore one of Tierra del Fuego’s most beautiful waterfalls via a trail suitable for all ages, winding through the river and the lenga forest. This is a must-do hike for the whole family and friends.
Finally, we’ll set out along the Crab Route before returning to Ushuaia.

Duration: 7–8 hours

Ready to plan your 2026/27 vacation?

Enjoy a unique experience that combines the untamed mystique of the landscapes at the End of the World, a cruise through the historic Beagle Channel, and the untamed beauty of Tierra del Fuego National Park, set among lakes, forests, and mountains.
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