Top Ushuaia Outdoor Activities - page 2

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.

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

On a half-day outing, which combines trekking with rowing, you will enjoy all the excitement of a meandering river surrounded by peat bogs, where at every turn the landscape surprises you with its impressive snow-capped peaks and glaciers, the magical atmosphere of the Andes Mountains. This activity is ideal for those visitors who want to surround themselves with all the nature that Tierra del Fuego offers, but for an outing that does not require much effort, a minimum of physical condition and a desire to enjoy is necessary! We carry out a low-intensity trek until we reach our initial rowing point, the Butterfly Lagoon, where you will learn the most important aspects and the technique for rowing on the river. We will let ourselves be carried away by the river enjoying the calm of the water, surrounded by the Andes mountain range with its snow-capped peaks!

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.

Most travelers to Ushuaia spend all their time exploring the national parks and cruising the Beagle Channel, but there are some memorable spots much closer to home. On this tour, escape the crowds and venture off the beaten track in a 4WD for a thrilling drive around Fagnano and Escondido lakes. Zip along forest trails, stop at little-known viewpoints, and enjoy lunch in a shelter right on the shore of Lake Fagnano.

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.

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.

This is a totally different activity in Ushuaia, since we are the only company that has a mountain refuge on the margins of the Emerald Lagoon, with salamander, which allows you to spend a pleasant moment in nature enjoying comfort and enjoying lunch gourmet. Our guides are selected specifically for these activities, so that they can accompany the rhythm of the passengers and thus make this an enjoyable activity.(MODIFY)

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.

The Ojo del Albino Glacier is located in the Sierra Alvear, located on the top of the mountain. We invite you to go in search of its beautiful green melting lagoon, where behind, imposing, stands the wall of the glacier about 20 meters high and several km flat behind. The moment you arrive and see this place makes us feel alive and lucky. For this high difficulty trekking you need very good physical condition, designed for those who maintain a physical training, and like the challenge. Mini glacier trekking: activity available during the summer season.

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.

Beavers are not only one of the world’s most fascinating animals, they also have the potential to change and shape landscapes. Departing from Ushuaia in the evening, this nature tour gives you the opportunity to see them in the wild and learn about their impact on the local terrain. After spending time at the beaver lodges, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner with the group before returning to your hotel.

Get the best possible experience inland Tierra del Fuego Island in company of your own private and certified local tour guide. This full day tour combines a 4 hours hiking tour to the idyllic Esmeralda Lagoon (easy terrain but muddy) a unique traditional lunch of local lamb and a car sightseeing visit to Garibaldi Pass, Escondido Lake and Fagnano Lake.

Cabo San Pablo and Estancia Pirinaica is a unique experience because it allows you to know a region of Tierra del Fuego full of history, in the middle of a very outstanding Ecotone landscape, in addition to being able to know a stay with more than one hundred years of history, the stranded ship Desdemona, the Lighthouse with panoramic views of Caletas San Pablo and Ladrillero. Guanacos and foxes can be observed on the way, as well as delighting in the route of the estancias.

Visit the Emerald Lagoon safely and stress-free on a small-group hiking tour. Comfortable round-trip transportation from your Ushuaia hotel saves you the trouble of finding your own way to the remote location. The trek takes you into the Lasifashaj Valley and along the Esmerelda River. You can explore with confidence, as a guide is on hand every step of the way. Once you reach Laguna Esmeralda, enjoy a provided box lunch before returning to Ushuaia.

Transfer to Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH) from your Ushuaia hotel with a professional driver in a shared, comfortable vehicle. Transfers are booked according to your flight time and are available seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Finish your vacation stress-free, knowing your transportation to the Ushaia airport is taken care of.

The Tierra del Fuego archipelago is home to some of Patagonia’s most spectacular scenery, and the best views lie off the beaten track. On this tour, explore off-road in a 4WD and visit hidden spots that couldn’t be reached otherwise, including the Fagnano and Escondido Lakes. In summer, enjoy an optional canoeing excursion on the lake, then cap off your outdoor adventure with an included BBQ lunch.

In the Park we will visit the most beautiful places, taking paths that cross the Sub-Antarctic forest and touch the sea coast of the Beagle Channel. One of the must-see places is Lake Acigami / Roca, a dazzling lake of glacial origin, located on the border between Argentina and Chile. In each moment we will have the possibility to observe native animals such as black-necked swans, cauquenes, foxes and the flora of the Fuegian Sub-Antarctic forest.

Whiskey Belvedere is a unique experience, as it will offer you the possibility of sharing a day with friends in an authentic way, mixing nature and adventure. You will taste three whiskeys associated with the environment visited: mountain, peat and sea. You will visit a ranch of ancient inhabitants of Tierra del Fuego. In addition, you will enjoy the adventure amid anecdotes and native gastronomy, in the heat of an exclusive restaurant in Ushuaia.

Sail around the ends of the earth on this half-day yacht tour of the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia. Take in the unspoiled sight of isles and peaks on this strait that runs through the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago, stopping to disembark on several islands where you can observe native wildlife like penguins, sea lions, and cormorants. Learn about their unique habitats nestled from a guide, and recharge with a snack and hot tea or coffee onboard while gliding past the magnificent scenery of the southernmost point in the world.

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.

Book an arrival transfer at the Ushuaia airport and take the hassle out of finding local transportation to your accommodation. Schedule a pickup at Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH) seven days a week, 24 hours a day and professional driver will meet your flight when you land. Transfer to any local Ushuaia hotel.

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.

Nature-lovers can get an overview of Tierra del Fuego National Park's beauty on this half-day guided tour. See lakes, mountains, and the southernmost coast of Argentina. Step aboard the End of the World Train, where you'll hear the fascinating stories of Ushuaia's past while surrounded by stunning landscapes, including the Pipo River and La Macarena waterfall.