Top Ushuaia Outdoor Activities

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.

Get up close to a retreating glacier while you still can. This small-group tour from Ushuaia begins in the wild Andorra Valley before entering native Andean-Patagonian forest to begin your ascent of the stunning Vinciguerra Glacier. Walk across the glacier, see its crevices and sinkholes, and (if conditions allow) enter an ice cave.

Travel to Tierra del Fuego National Park aboard the heritage End of the World train for a scenic and historical trip to Argentina’s only coastal national park. The rail line follows the route of the original convict train that ran in Ushuaia from 1910 to 1947. Learn about the history of the region as you take in a remote landscape dotted with rivers, waterfalls, forest and mountains. Have the option to remain for the day or longer when you reach the National Park station, or return on the same day.

Hike to the stunning Laguna Esmeralda without the stress of navigating remote trails or planning logistics on your own. This small-group trekking tour leads you through forests to the lagoon’s striking emerald waters where you enjoy an included box lunch. As you explore your guide fills you in on the natural history of this spectacular landscape.

Argentina’s ‘Land of Fire’ is no less spectacular than the name suggests. Tundra, glaciers and snowy mountains scattered across an archipelago in the country’s far south, it’s a wild and rugged landscape, where penguins often outnumber people. Visit some of the most scenic spots, including the southern end of the Pan-American Highway, which starts in Canada, glacial lakes, and panoramic viewpoints over the Beagle Channel.

Embark on a scenic boat tour from Ushuaia through Beagle Channel—and leave the logistics to someone else. Experience one of the iconic Ushuaia adventures on a modern, top-of-the-line catamaran where you’ll see marine life and landmarks including Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse and Isla de Los Lobos. Step off the boat to explore Bridge Island and its archaeological remains.

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.

Skip the hurried tours with drive-by photo opportunities, and experience the best of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park on a group shore excursion. Convenient transportation takes you from the port to downtown Ushuaia, stopping at scenic locations for pictures. The tour continues to Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you will be surrounded by lagoons and rivers. Stop for a snack, then relax on the return journey to the port.

Horseback riding offers a better way to connect to the pristine wilderness of Tierra del Fuego than traveling by vehicle. This guided tour takes you to Laguna Escondido, a rural settlement tucked away between mountains.

Make the most of your time in Ushuaia with a small-group shore excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park, designed especially for cruise travelers looking for a more personal and authentic experience. With local professional guides, this tour offers a relaxed and well-organized visit to the End of the World. We provide easy pickup inside the port area near your ship, and at the end of the tour, we return you inside the harbor, right by the port entrance, making everything smooth and worry-free. During the excursion, you’ll visit some of the park’s most iconic spots, such as Ensenada Zaratiegui, Lake Acigami, and Lapataia Bay, while enjoying beautiful landscapes of forest, mountains, and coastline. Along the way, our guides share local insight, natural history, and the true spirit of Tierra del Fuego. With smaller groups and personalized attention, this is an ideal option for travelers who want to experience the National Park beyond a standard bus tour.

Walk with Penguins : Departure by BUS: 1 pm, 2.30 pm or 04.00 pm depending on availability. Travel route no3 and J. We will sail from Harberton Bay to Hammer Island. They can walk with penguins for 1 hour with a specialized guide who will inform you about the lives of these animals. Return to the city by bus. Optional: Beagle Canal Navigation + Penguin Walk: Departure by BOAT: 10.30 | Return by BUS: Between 18:00 and 18:30 Departure by BUS : 08.30 | Return by boat: Between 16.30 and 17:00 Sail along the Beagle Channel, where you can observe the Fueguin fauna on Bird Island and the Isle of Wolves, as well as the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Once you arrive at Estancia Harberton, cross by boat to Isla Martillo where you can walk with penguins for 1 hour. Schedules subject to change due to availability of quotas at the time of booking confirmation.

Discover Tierra del Fuego National Park through hiking and canoeing during this full-day excursion that includes a picnic lunch. With your guide leading the way so you don't have to navigate, experience Patagonia's stunning scenery, including mountains, lakes, and rivers that are easily accessible from the coast. You'll take a 3-hour forest hike and a 1.5-hour paddle across Lapataia Bay during this day trip, which is ideal for active travelers.

Gear up for an exhilarating mountain adventure on a small-group trek to Vinciguerra Glacier and Tempanos Lagoon. A quick drive from Ushuaia leads you to the trailhead, where a diverse range of wild trails awaits. With your guide, you’ll traverse through the Fuegian forest, climbing 600 meters in elevation, and emerge above the tree line at the lagoon. Weather permitting, the group will circle the lagoon to glimpse the glacier’s crevices.

Discover the Andes of Tierra del Fuego by 4x4 on a group day tour from Ushuaia with hotel pickup included. The four-wheel drive vehicle enables your group to safely traverse rivers and muddy paths to reach remote locations with the best views. Enjoy photo opportunities at Escondido, Fagnano, and Cami Lakes. Warm up with a traditional Argentine meal complete with Patagonian wine, before returning to Ushuaia. (Vegetarian and gluten-free menu available.)

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.

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.

The excursion has the particularity of being adapted so that everyone can understand the importance of the protected area, enjoy the beautiful trails, lakes and rivers that enter the park. We will tell you in detail about the archaeological sites in the park, a legacy of our native Yaganes peoples, as well as you will be able to see birds and native fauna of Tierra del Fuego, protected within the Tierra del Fuego National Park. We are going to teach you about the native tree species, as well as you will appreciate the characteristics of all the plants and shrubs of the place. It is undoubtedly a must-see excursion if you visit Tierra del Fuego, but we will ensure that this adventure is provided with the highest quality, as well as ensuring that you can get excited and enjoy every moment of the tour.

Get into the wilderness of Ushuaia and have a great half day out on a snowshoe hike, riding snowmobiles, or having a sled or sleigh ride. You'll see the Escondido and Fagnano lakes from panoramic angles, and later have a traditional lunch from the Tierra del Fuego. You can even take a walk with Siberian huskies for a special, authentic experience. You'll be returned to your hotel in Ushuaia when the adventure is complete.

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

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.

Enjoy some fun in the snow during this half-day adventure in Ushuaia, which saves you the stress of booking multiple activities. With a small group to ensure a relaxed pace, take an interpretive walk through the forests with snowshoes, then feel the thrill of rushing through this winter wonderland on a snowmobile. Finally, learn about the sport of mushing that features demonstrations and time with the puppies.

The Crab Route that we propose from Kaitek Viajes has value-added services, such as a trekking through Cascada del Duende for everyone, and a complete and free snack in a beautiful natural and ancestral environment in Laguna Victoria, connected to the Lasifashaj River . Both bodies of water were navigable sites for the Yámana, native canoeists from Ushuaia. We include lunch in a classic fisherman's restaurant, with a panoramic view of the Beagle Channel, and where you can have lunch of the "Centolla Fueguina" natural, au gratin or in butter. Our 4x4 vehicles, the experience of the guides, and the off-road tours make this service so special and differential. You just need to decide to travel and we do the rest!

We are a boutique receptive agency and our passion is to take care of every detail. Our proposal will make you feel the unique experience of having reached the true end of the Earth. During our tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park you will visit dramatic and surprising landscapes: lakes, mountains, flora and fauna; accompanied at all times by our fantastic and enthusiastic team of professional guides. At the end of the tour we will surprise you with a warm detail that will make this experience of reaching the end of the world even more unforgettable. IMPORTANT: - ADMISSION TO TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK IS MANDATORY, NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE. THE DOOMSDAY TRAIN IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS OPTIONAL AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE. A STOP IS MADE AT THE TRAIN STATION AT THE END OF THE WORLD FOR THOSE WHO HAVE TICKETS. WE HAVE ANOTHER TOUR THAT INCLUDES IT. Detailed itinerary times vary depending on the visit.