Top Patagonia Catamaran Cruises

Discover the natural beauty of the Beagle Channel on this half-day catamaran tour from Ushuaia. Sail past Lobos Island to observe sea lions in their natural environment, and continue toward the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, surrounded by stunning views of the Patagonian landscape. The journey continues to Martillo Island, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to see a colony of Magellanic and Gentoo penguins up close from the boat. Throughout the tour, a professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) will share fascinating facts about the region’s wildlife, history, and geography. The tour departs from Ushuaia’s main port—get ready to experience one of the most iconic excursions in southern Argentina!

Set sail from Ushuaia on a Beagle Channel cruise for the rare chance to explore an extreme part of the world. Glide past the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, often called the 'Lighthouse at the End of the World,' and stop for close-up views and photos. Continue to bird-rich islands such as Isla de los Pájaros, and disembark to explore Karelo Island on foot.

The El Calafate Glacier Boat Tour is the most extensive boat tour available in Glaciares National Park. Onboard a modern cruise vessel, your group will sail across Lake Argentino and visit the Upsala, Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Heim, and Seco Glaciers. It’s the only boat tour that allows you to see all five of the park’s main glaciers in a single day. During the tour, you’ll also take a one-hour walk through the forest on Puesto de Las Vacas, a small island in the Spegazzini Channel. To finish, you’ll enjoy a delicious Patagonian meal served onboard. The tour offers three transportation options: Tour with transfers + Perito Moreno visit: Includes the boat trip, round-trip transfers from El Calafate, and a visit to the Perito Moreno walkways. Highly recommended! Tour with transfers: Includes the boat tour and round-trip transfers from El Calafate. Tour without transfers: Includes only the boat tour; you’ll need to get to the port on your own.

Beagle Channel Tour: Nature and Adventure. Enjoy a 6-hour tour exploring the stunning Beagle Canal. You will visit: Wolves and Birds Islands: Watch sea lions, cormorants and other birds. Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse: A historical icon in the archipelago. Hammer Island: Admire Magellanic penguins closely and Papua in their natural habitat. A unique experience to connect with nature in Tierra del Fuego.

Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin with this half-day catamaran cruise from Ushuaia. After boarding at Puerto Turístico, sail down the Beagle Channel and marvel at panoramic views of scenic landscapes, explore Isla Bridges with an informative guide and see settlements of the indigenous Yámanas, and spot marine life at Isla de Lobos and Isla de los Pajaros.

Experience the majestic icy expanse of the Perito Moreno Glacier on this full-day tour from El Calafate. Enjoy views of the peaks of Los Glaciares National Park with a professional guide, and take an optional boat ride on Lago Argentino for an up-close perspective on the fantastic formation. You might even witness the glacier’s signature movement and cracking sounds from detaching icebergs.

Learn about penguins during this half-day boat tour to one of the world's largest penguin colonies from Ushuaia. Travel by boat to the colony, navigating the Beagle Channel and listening to narration from your guide. Perfect for families or groups—morning and afternoon departure times are available to best suit your sightseeing schedule.

I lived an unforgettable sailing through the majestic Beagle Canal aboard a catamaran. Discover Bird Island, Sea Lions Island and the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, the most iconic postcard in Ushuaia. The experience culminates in Hammer Island, where you can enjoy the sighting of Magellanic penguins and Papua, in an activity carried out with respect and commitment to the conservation of fauna.

We begin the navigation leaving from the Tourist Pier of our city, towards the center of the Beagle Channel, enjoying, as we move away, the panoramic view of the coast of Ushuaia. We sail towards the southwest, approaching the sea lions island observing their permanent habitat, in a wonderful setting. Continuing the navigation, we will go to the Birds island, habitat of Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants, and a privileged sector to spot species of marine birds. We continue sailing towards the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Following the south coast of the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, when we get to Martillo Island, we will approach the beach and will observe how the colony of Magellanic Penguins that nest during the summer season approach the boat with remarkable curiosity, enter the sea by swimming under the catamaran and re-emerge. A party that invites us to take countless photographs. From here we return by sailing to the Tourist Pier

Choose between two daily departures for this scenic catamaran journey in the Beagle Channel. Set out on an itinerary that includes Sea Lion’s Island, Birds’ Island, and disembarkation at Bridges Island for a stroll to see flora and fauna especially a wide variety of birds. Visit Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and see views of Martial’s Mountain.

Navigating the Beagle Channel is a must-do experience from Ushuaia, and this half-day cruise tour makes it easy to experience. Cross the Bay of Ushuaia to the Beagle Channel. Look for birds as you sail around the Isla de los Isla de los Pájaros and sea lions around the Isla de Lobos. Enjoy an easy walk on Isla Bridges to a Yamanas settlement, and sail by to see the Les Eclaireurs lighthouse.

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.

Sail the Beagle Channel and enjoy panoramic views of Patagonia's coastline away from the land-based crowds on this full-day exploration of the waters of Tierra del Fuego. Leaving from Ushuaia, sail past several islands in the channel to admire the native plant and animal life, including sea lions and penguins.

Unmissable full-day tour in Ushuaia where we will visit two of the three geographical areas of importance in Ushuaia. We will get to know Tierra del Fuego National Park with all its flora and fauna. We will travel on the Train to the End of the World to relive the history of the Ushuaia prisoners. We will return to the city center so we can have lunch at one of the nearby restaurants. And after a few hours, at the time we have been indicated, we will present ourselves at the tourist port (only three blocks away from where the bus dropped us off) to start the second part of the day. Then we will navigate the waters of the Yámana natives in the Beagle Channel. We will visit the "Lighthouse at the End of the World" After 3 hours of sailing, we will return to the port where the tour will have ended IF YOU OPT FOR THE AM NAVIGATION + PARK AND TRAIN OPTION IN THE AFTERNOON, THE INVERSE MODE ITINERARY IS: FIRST WE WILL NAVIGATE AND THEN WE WILL DO PARK + TRAIN (pickup not included!)

Most Ushuaia penguin tours sail past Martillo Island and view the colony from the boat—only one authorized operator can actually land on the island to explore among the penguins. Do just that with this combined tour, and pair a walk through the Magellanic and Gentoo colony with a Beagle Channel cruise past Isla de los Lobos, Isla de los Pájaros, and the Les Éclaireurs lighthouse on the return.

Explore the Beagle Channel by yacht on this half-day tour of Argentina. Climb aboard the boat for a tour focused on nature and wildlife. Admire views of Isla Alicia, Isla Pajaros, and Isla de Lobos, as well as local landmarks like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, built in 1919. Disembark at the Bridges Islands for a walk and hear stories about the flora, the birds and the Yámana aborigines.

Get ready to live one of the most unforgettable adventures at the End of the World. The Beagle Channel awaits you with landscapes that look like they belong to another planet: snow-covered mountains, crystal-clear waters, and that pure southern air you can only feel in Ushuaia. The journey begins toward Bird Island, where hundreds of cormorants and seagulls greet you from the sky. We continue to Alicia Island to meet the two-furred sea lions, and then to the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse —yes, the one from all the photos! But the most magical moment comes at Martillo Island : Magellanic and Gentoo penguins walking freely by the sea, curious and calm. Seeing them up close is something you don’t explain —you feel it. It’s an experience made for those who love nature, photos that tell stories, and journeys that truly move you. Join the adventure! Book your spot and discover why Ushuaia is not just a destination —it’s a dream come true.

Follow Charles Darwin's sailing route through the Beagle Channel on this catamaran trip out of Ushuaia. Check out Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and some shipwreck ruins before experiencing the deafening din of large colonies of sea lions barking on Sea Lions Island. Visit the End of the World Museum, view Ushuaia's defunct prison, and see Olivia and Cinco Hermanos (Five Brothers) mountains. Visit Bird Island to view the varied avian population of this region and hear knowledgeable commentary from your guide.

In the heart of Patagonia, the Perito Moreno Glacier rises like a frozen giant above the waters of Lake Argentino — a place so powerful and beautiful it feels almost unreal. Sail across the lake on a 1-hour navigation to admire the glacier’s immense ice walls up close, then explore the scenic walkways of Los Glaciares National Park, where every viewpoint reveals a breathtaking new angle of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Feel the pure Patagonian air, hear the ice crack beneath the silence, and discover one of the most unforgettable landscapes in the world. Along the journey, your local guide will share stories and insights that bring this natural wonder to life. Perfect for couples, families, friends, and solo travelers seeking a truly memorable Patagonia experience. Book now and let nature surprise you. Humanize 134 words

Trekking on a glacier is a big adventure, but it doesn’t need to take up precious planning time or cause any stress. This guided tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier area in Los Glaciares National Park takes you on a hassle-free hike across some of Patagonia’s most stunning glaciers. All necessary equipment is included, plus your guides provide information about the area’s history and culture as you go.

In the morning, we will start with the navigation along the Beagle Canal, visiting Isla de Lobos and Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse. Departures at 08 : 00 hs or 10 : 00 hs (depending on availability), duration approximately 2 h 30 min. Upon return to the port, there will be free time for lunch at your own expense in the port area. In the afternoon, we meet again at 14:00 hs at the port for the bus departure to Estancia Harberton. From there, we will make 15 minutes of sailing in gomons to cross to Isla Martillo, where Magellanic penguins await us in their natural environment. A unique experience of responsible approach to local fauna Hammer Island One hour walk among penguins accompanied by a specialized guide. A unique experience of respectful immersion within the colony, sharing their habitat while continuing their natural life. Pinguinera Winter Option Departure : 14 : 00 hs Duration: 7 hours approx. Season: July and August Departures : Tuesday and Friday only

This experience stands out by combining a guided visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier walkways with a 1-hour boat navigation included in the price — offering both panoramic views and a close-up perspective from the water. Unlike many standard tours, this option includes a professional bilingual guide, comfortable transportation, and carefully planned timing to maximize your time at the glacier. Small group sizes ensure a more personalized experience, allowing you to explore at your own pace while receiving valuable insights about one of Patagonia's most iconic natural wonders.

Embark on an unforgettable experience sailing the Beagle Channel. The adventure begins in the port of Ushuaia, where you must go on your own to redeem your voucher and board the catamaran. During the sailing you will visit Casco Island, an important nesting place of imperial cormorants, as well as observe various seabirds such as petrels, albatrosses, skuas and seagulls. Then the catamaran will head to Alice Island, home to a colony of two-haired sea lions, which you can observe in its natural habitat. The tour continues to the Bridges Archipelago, where a descent to land subject to climatic conditions is planned, to visit an archaeological site formerly inhabited by the native peoples of Yamanas or Yaganes. Finally, sailing proceeds to the Les Eclaireurs archipelago, where the emblematic lighthouse is located, ideal for taking the unmissable photograph of Ushuaia, before returning to the port.