Trek into the Patagonian wilderness to the stunning turquoise waters of Laguna Esmeralda. Departing from your accommodation, we drive into the Tierra Mayor Valley, where the trail winds through native Lenga forests, glacial streams, and beaver dams beneath towering Andean peaks. Reach the alpine amphitheater by the lagoon with ample time to rest, take photos, and enjoy the scenery before heading back. Distance: 9 km (5.5 miles) roundtrip. Duration: Approx. 4.5 to 5 hours of hiking. Difficulty: Moderate. The trail includes uneven terrain, roots, and muddy peat bogs. Mandatory Gear: Mid-cut waterproof trekking boots and a waterproof jacket are strictly required. (Street shoes, sneakers, or jeans are not permitted). Bring warm layers, gloves, and a beanie.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 13.
Throughout the truck ride to the beginning of the trail we will observe stunning landscapes of the Fuegian Valleys.
The lagoon has a unique color. After an hour and a half or two of walking we arrive at the lagoon where we will have time to have our box lunch. We will stay for approximately an hour and return along the path that took us to it.
We provide roundtrip pickup and drop-off for all passengers at their accommodation (hotels or apartments) in Ushuaia. Please provide your accommodation name and full address when booking. Our operations team will contact you the day before your excursion via WhatsApp or platform messaging to reconfirm your exact pickup time.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Esmeralda Lagoon Hike in Ushuaia lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $139 per person for this Ushuaia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We provide roundtrip pickup and drop-off for all passengers at their accommodation (hotels or apartments) in Ushuaia. Please provide your accommodation name and full address when booking. Our operations team will contact you the day before your excursion via WhatsApp or platform messaging to reconfirm your exact pickup time. Pickup points include Buenavida Guesthouse, City Centro by Marriott Ushuaia Argentina.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Esmeralda Lagoon Hike in Ushuaia | 5 hours | 4.9 (140) | $139 | |
 Private Hiking tour to Esmeralda Lagoon and the lakes region | 8 hours | 5.0 (11) | $250 | View |
 Ushuaia Trekking to Laguna Esmeralda Experience | 6 hours | — | $220 | View |
 Laguna Esmeralda Trekking Adventure with Lunch | 7 hours | 4.7 (57) | $136 | View |
 Overflight Laguna Esmeralda - A15 | 15 min | 5.0 (13) | $310 | View |
 Laguna Esmeralda Hiking Tour with Snack from Ushuaia | 5–6 hours | 4.7 (16) | $150 | View |
 Full Day Trekking to Emerald Lagoon | 5–6 hours | — | $200 | View |
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 140 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Latitud Ushuaia Travel.
