Top Activities on the Ground in Ushuaia

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.

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.

Even if you have only limited time in Ushuaia, you can still visit Tierra del Fuego National Park on this shore excursion. Be picked up from the pier and taken directly to the park's most beautiful places and unmissable landmarks such as the southernmost post office and Bahía Lapataia, where the Panamerican Highway ends.

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.

Spectacular views of the landscapes as you ascend, taking in panoramic vistas of the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia city, and the distant Chilean islands. Traverse the ancient Martial Glacier with the guidance of our professional experts. Utilize specialized equipment to conquer the summit and experience the thrill of standing atop this majestic peak. Our experienced guides will lead you safely, providing insights into the region's rich history and ensuring an unforgettable adventure. This 7-hour round trip trek covers a total distance of 9 kilometers with an elevation gain of 1000 meters. While it isn't a technical ascent, be prepared for a physically demanding experience that requires good fitness. Secure your spot for this exhilarating Martial Pyramid Ascent. Unleash the adventurer in you and conquer the heights of one of the most iconic peaks in Ushuaia.

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.

Enjoy a unique experience that combines the best of Ushuaia : natural landscapes, urban postcards and panoramic viewpoints, all in one tour. Explore iconic areas of the city as you alternate between the coast, historic neighborhoods and the highest points, from where you get unforgettable views. Connect with nature in the Bahía Enclosed Nature Reserve, a true bird sanctuary, where you can observe different species in a quiet and full of life. Each leg of the tour offers a new postcard, perfect for taking photos and taking incredible memories of the End of the World. Explore these Fueguinos landscapes by e-bike, an eco-friendly, comfortable and fun way to explore, which allows you to enjoy more, get less tired and live Ushuaia from within. An ideal excursion for those looking for nature, city, panoramic views and a different first person experience.

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.

For safety reasons, the use of mountain clothing and trekking boots is mandatory for this activity. This is a challenging short climb just a few minutes from the city. This trail offers impressive views of the city and the Beagle Channel. The Service is very personalized, groups can be a maximum of 12 people. The specialized guide will accompany you throughout the journey A complete lunch is included to enjoy on the trail and share with a hot infusion.

Our proposal for you is our Ushuaia Walking Program, a different, relaxed excursion through the city, where we will walk history surrounded by extreme cultural and natural beauty. At the end of the experience, we can taste hot chocolate and artisan chocolates, in a warm confectionery in Ushuaia, amid pleasant company and warm attention. A unique Experience at the End of the World!

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

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.

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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.

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!

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.

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.

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Tierra del Fuego on a challenging day hike to the Vinciguerra Glacier. This trek takes you through enchanting native forests and across deep peat bogs, culminating at a stunning glacial lagoon at the foot of a towering ice giant. Covering approximately 13 kilometers with an elevation gain of 600 meters, the 7-hour hike demands physical fitness as you navigate steep climbs and uneven terrain in a truly wild environment.

Seeing a glacier so close is something unique. However, being part of the few who can walk it makes this experience unforgettable. The mountain guides who accompany you guarantee your safety and will tell you more about these ice giants.

Ascent to the viewpoint at sunset with its magical colors. We share a nice moment and a hot meal as it gets dark, the city lights up and the stars appear. A different and unforgettable experience under the Fueguin sky between mountain forest and sea. Encourage yourself to descend with the light of the lanterns!

Avoid crowds at one of Patagonia's most-stunning spots on a small-group hiking tour to the Ojo del Albino glacier. Skip the hassle of navigating buses with pickup from your Ushuaia hotel and effortlessly explore native forests, peat bogs, glaciers, and valleys on your way to summits that offer excellent views over the Beagle Channel.

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