7-Hour Lakes Escondido & Fagnano From Ushuaia
What your day looks like
After picking up at the hotels we will explore the most stunning sceneries of Tierra del Fuego driving through valleys and winter centers where you will see Alaskan and Siberian huskies that are trained for winter races, then we will drive across the Andes range to discover 2 lakes of glacier formation, Escondido & Fagnano. On the way back we will stop at a Restaurant for Lunch (Lunch is NOT INCLUDED in the rate)
The experience, in brief
- Discover 2 lakes of glacier formation, Escondido & Fagnano
- Brace yourself for the breathtaking views
- explore the most stunning sceneries of Tierra del Fuego driving through valleys
- Stop at the Carbajal Valley viewpoint, appreciate the immensity of the place
The journey, in full
We start the tour in the city of Ushuaia for each of the hotels. Accessing National Route No. 3 heading northeast, and leaving the Beagle Channel behind. The landscape surprises us with incredible routes framed by mountain ranges, valleys, peat bogs, forests of lengas, ñires, coihues, and beaver dams. First leaving the city, we passed through the area where the electronics industry was developed in the 70's. After crossing the Olivia River, we skirt its homonymous mount to make our first stop at the Carbajal Valley viewpoint, where we will appreciate the immensity of the place, its relief, and the glaciers in the background. Later, we continue along National Route 3, from the route we can see the facilities of the Cerro Castor Andean ski complex. From there, we will begin the ascent towards the mountain pass, through the Garibaldi Pass, where we will have the dazzling views of the Escondido and Fagnano lakes, about 480 meters above sea level, being able to appreciate the beauty of this lake up close. One of the largest in South America. We continue our walk along National Route No. 3, we arrive at Lake Fagnano, where we can see incredible landscapes, transforming this day into an unforgettable day. On the way back to the city, we will stop at one of the winter resorts for lunch. We arrived in the city at approximately 4:00 p.m.
Your day, step by step
Ushuaia
Sightseeing at Carbajal Valley.
Ushuaia
Eco Tour at Fagnano Lake.
What to know before booking
Included
Professional guide Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not Included
Gratuities Lunch In winter time it is not possible to arrive to Fagnano lake. We only visit the Escondido one
What to Bring
Passport required Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Comfortable clothing
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up from your accommodations within Ushuaia area.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic