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Ushuaia · Tierra del Fuego · Argentina

Navigation to the Penguins Island - Ushuaia - Beagle Channel

Starting From From $199.00 per person Current Project Expedition rate
5 Hours 30 Mins 4.21 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Single Day Group Tour Operated by Calaio Viajes y Turismo
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The Experience

What your day looks like

We begin the navigation leaving from the Tourist Pier of our city, towards the center of the Beagle Channel, enjoying, as we move away, the panoramic view of the coast of Ushuaia. We sail towards the southwest, approaching the sea lions' island and observing their permanent habitat, in a wonderful setting. Continuing the navigation, we will go to Birds Island, the habitat of Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants, and a privileged sector to spot species of marine birds. We continue sailing towards the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Following the south coast of the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, when we get to Martillo Island, we will approach the beach and observe how the colony of Magellanic Penguins that nest during the summer season approach the boat with remarkable curiosity, enter the sea by swimming under the catamaran and re-emerge. A party that invites us to take countless photographs. From here we return by sailing to the Tourist Pier

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Sail around the Island of the Birds where we will be able to appreciate the Fuegian avifauna
  • See Skúas, Blackbrowed Albatross, Vapor Ducks, Cauquenes, Cook Gulls and Gray Gulls
  • See sea lions at Isla de los Lobos
  • Brace yourself for the breathtaking views
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

Navigation to the Penguins Island - USHUAIA - Beagle Channel We set sail from the local tourist dock crossing the wide Ushuaia Bay until reaching the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico. There we sail around the Isla de los Pájaros where we will see the birds of Tierra del Fuego watching Skuas, Black-browed Albatrosses, Steam Ducks, Cauquenes, Cook Seagulls and Gray Seagulls; and the Isla de los Lobos where we can observe sea lions with one and two hairs. Both islands belong to the Bridges archipelago. When arriving at the Lighthouse Les Eclaireurs (The Illuminators), we will be able to appreciate the colonies of Imperial Cormorants and Rocky Cormorants; and also listen to the story of the collapse of the SS Monte Cervantes, which he starred in in 1930. Continuing, we will navigate towards the East enjoying the wonderful landscapes of the channel and the mountains that surround it, there we will see on the Argentina coast Puerto Almanza and the Chilean coast the Puerto Williams Naval Base, and then we will arrive at the Isla Martillo where we will have the opportunity to see a colony of Magellanic Penguins and some examples of Papua penguins. There, we turn to return to Ushuaia, sailing near the North coast of the Canal, appreciating the characteristic flora and spotting some historical sites such as the Estancia Túnel and Estancia Remolino, where since 1912 the semi-sunken hull of the Vapor Ship Monte Sarmiento has been located. At the end of the journey, you will be amazed by the view of the mountain range that surrounds the city of Ushuaia and the sumptuous nature that surrounds it.

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Ushuaia

Sightseeing at Beagle Channel.

Continued

Ushuaia

Boating.

Continued

Ushuaia

Eco Tour at Isla Martillo.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Restroom on board Professional guide in English and Spanish Port tax

Not Included

Snacks Pick up and Drop-off at the hotels

What to Bring

Passport required Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other items you may need

Restrictions

Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Meeting & Pickup

Av. Prefectura Naval Argentina 470 - 470 Av. Prefectura Naval Argentina, Ushuaia Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, V9410.

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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