Top Ushuaia Self-guided Tours

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.

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.

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.

Make the most of your time in port in Ushuaia by exploring the highlights of the world’s southernmost national park, Tierra del Fuego. With a private guide and vehicle at your disposal, admire the lakes, mountains, and valleys at your own pace. Choose from several short hiking trails, visit remote viewpoints accessible only on foot, and learn about the region’s unique geology and wildlife from your guide.

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.

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.

Embark on a scenic half-day hike through the Tierra Mayor Valley to the Emerald Lagoon (Laguna Esmeralda), a natural wonder that can only be reached on foot. Leave the navigating to your guide and focus on enjoying the views as you trek through the Coihues and Lengas forests, passing streams and peat bogs on route to the lagoon.

Avoid the crowds and skip the run-of-the-mill shore excursions with this private tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park. Get picked up when your ship docks and explore the area's majestic scenery at your own pace.

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.