Tours/Ushuaia/Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin
Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin
4.7(23)Ushuaia5h 30min
TRIPADVISOR4.7(23)
At a glance
Duration
5h 30min
Price from
$125 / person
Location
Ushuaia, Argentina
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 23 reviews
Languages
EN, EN, ES, ES
Group
Small group, up to 150
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
TOLKEYEN PATAGONIA TURISMO
Meeting point
Office Pier Tolkeyen Patagonia Tourism. Blue house, in Av. Maipu and Roca.
Description
Beagle Channel Tour: Nature and Adventure. Enjoy a 6-hour tour exploring the stunning Beagle Canal. You will visit:
Wolves and Birds Islands: Watch sea lions, cormorants and other birds. Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse: A historical icon in the archipelago.
Hammer Island: Admire Magellanic penguins closely and Papua in their natural habitat. A unique experience to connect with nature in Tierra del Fuego.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Season
Starts Nov 1
Next available
Sun, Nov 1
Adult (ages 12+)
$125
Child (ages 4–11)
$63
Infant (ages 0–3)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin
Itinerary
Isla Bridges
15 min
Island of Birds and Sea Lions, home to Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants, making it a prime spot for watching a wide variety of seabirds. One and two-haired sea lion species can also be seen.
Faro Les Eclaireurs
30 min
Our trip will take us to the Lighthouse of Les Eclaireurs, located in the archipelago of the same name, near the place where the ship Monte Cervantes capsized in 1930. At each of these points of interest, the catamaran will stop and circle several times, allowing passengers to capture the best photographs.
30 min
The highlight of the tour is the visit to the penguin house of Isla Martillo, where you can observe Magellanic penguins and Papuan penguins from the boat, respecting the living space of the animals.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Does not include coffee service
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
23 reviews
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How it compares in Ushuaia
Starting price $125 is 14% below the typical $145 for tours of similar length in Ushuaia
Excurgo comparison of 366 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is not recommended for people who suffer dizziness when sailing.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin take?
Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin lasts about 5h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin cost?
Prices start at $125 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.
What days does Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $63, adults from $125. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Office Pier Tolkeyen Patagonia Tourism. Blue house, in Av. Maipu and Roca. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Navigation Beagle Channel to the penguin offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 150 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(23)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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monickes2021
August 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Worth the experience
Amazing walk! Wonderful organization, we had no problems, from the meeting point to the boarding and landing.
We took the catamaran tour, we met the beagle canal, saw seals, sea lions, we went to the island Martillo where the penguins are and it was an incredible experience, to see them from close, then we took a little walk to a part of the island and we met the mudei that I own there, after bus and we returned to the center of Ushuaia.
The guides are wonderful, polite and very solicitory.
I recommend the experience
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Olá monickes2021. Ficamos muito felizes em saber que você teve uma experiência tão especial e que tudo correu perfeitamente, desde a organização até o acompanhamento da nossa equipe. É gratificante saber que você aproveitou cada momento e que o contato com a natureza tornou a experiência ainda mais inesquecível.
Agradecemos por compartilhar sua experiência e pela recomendação.
Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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Simon S
March 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Connecting with nature
This is a great way to see penguins and sea lions in the wild. The catamaran was packed (around 100 people) and throughout the journey the was a guide (Adriana) who was fluent in Spanish and English, explaining about the wildlife and the area that we were sailing through. If you pay attention during the ride you may be able to see much more animals. I got lucky and saw - whales and groups of dolphins jumping out of the water
Operator response
Hello Simon S, thank you for sharing your experience and rating. Best regards, Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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N3211QSguillermos
March 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unmissable walk
Very nice walk not to get lost if you travel to Ushuaia . Hire you directly with the Tolkayen agency as most of the tourism agencies where you hire you refer you to two or three wholesale agencies including Tolkayen which has its own catamaran. The bar that operates in the same had told me that it had high prices which is not so and for example a double coffee was $5,000. It is essential to reach the island of penguins where when going in March there were not so many but added to the cormorants (similar to penguins that are distinguished by not having the beak and orange legs , and also by not having the fins) together, seemed of a significant and shocking amount . Also to highlight that you start seeing whales through the Beagle Channel. The only thing to criticize is that you didn't hear anything the guide was talking about.
Operator response
Hola N3211QSguillermos. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste el paseo por el Canal Beagle y que la experiencia haya sido tan positiva en general, especialmente por los paisajes y la fauna que pudieron observar durante la navegación.
Es correcto que el volumen durante la navegación se regula para respetar y no alterar a la fauna del entorno.
De todas maneras, tomamos en cuenta tu observación sobre la claridad del audio, ya que es importante poder transmitir bien la información sin afectar el ambiente.
Agradecemos tu aporte.
Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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tenthlisten
March 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Good Experience Overall
The boat ride was great, especially since we went on a day with nice weather and the guide pointed out key sights on both sides of the boat. The boat itself was comfortable. The only issue was the that the toilets ran out of paper, so make sure to bring some of your own. Seeing the penguins was very cool, but the guide could have been a bit clearer with her description. For example, there were two types of penguins on the island. She mentioned this but wasn't clear about where to see the second type of penguin. Perhaps she did say something and I missed it, but this could have been clearer. I recommend this activity when traveling to Ushuaia. It's a lot of travel on the water, but it was a comfortable experience both inside and outside of the boat.
Operator response
Hello tenthlisten. Thank you for sharing your experience in such detail. We truly value your feedback, especially regarding the onboard facilities and the clarity of the guide’s explanations. These are important aspects that we will take into account to continue improving our service.
We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the boat ride, the comfort of the vessel, and the opportunity to see the penguins on a nice-weather day.
Thank you as well for your recommendation.
Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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JorgeM5858
March 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Thank you Vale and Dario for the excellent experience
Thank you for the excellent experience Dario y Valeria
Operator response
Hola JorgeM5858, agradecemos tus palabras y calificación. Atentos saludos, Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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eva501
March 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unique and exciting experience in ushuaie
I joined the tour with Marcello and giorgina. Giorgina was delightful, professional, welcoming and above all smiling.She answered our every need. She speaks perfect Italian, ready to answer all our curiosity. I would recommend giorgina as a guide and communication skills, enveloping and empathetic. Thank you giorgina for the wonderful experience you made me live
Operator response
Ciao eva501. Siamo davvero felici che tu abbia avuto un'esperienza così meravigliosa durante il tour e che Georgina si sia distinta per la sua professionalità, cordialità e attenzione in ogni momento.
Apprezziamo in particolar modo le tue gentili parole sulla sua capacità di comunicare in italiano e per aver condiviso ogni dettaglio del tour con tanta dedizione. Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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L9375RJemanuelec
March 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Ineffable experience
Unforgettable ride with Giorgina Martinez and Marcielo (driver) to wish everyone to try it
Operator response
Ciao L9375RJemanuelec. Siamo lieti di sapere che hai avuto un'esperienza così speciale e che Georgina Martínez e Marcelo si sono distinti durante il tour.
Grazie mille per il tuo feedback. Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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angelamQ5008ZP
March 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Patagonia
Beautiful experience ,breathtaking landscapes between flora and fauns
Operator response
Ciao angelamQ5008ZP, grazie per aver condiviso la tua esperienza e la tua valutazione. Cordiali saluti, Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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FamAkiMortravellers
January 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Walk to the penguin island without getting off the boat
The tour is beautiful, the view wonderful, the boat very comfortable and stable. Our pilot was very careful in staying long enough around the islands where we can see the animals and photograph. I'm sorry I bought the wrong package, thinking we could go down on Martillo Island, but we just stood by to photograph and film the penguins.
Operator response
Olá FamAkiMortravellers, obrigado por compartilhar sua experiência e avaliação. Atenciosamente, Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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Daydream19773390495
January 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
What you see is not what it seems
Good navigation. When I arrived at the pier, they wouldn't confirm the online reservation. I felt very uncomfortable.
The catamaran said Southbound, not Tolkeyen which was the contracted company.
It was complete so we were piled up in relation to space.
I wouldn't hire him again.
Operator response
Hola Daydream19773390495. Lamentamos sinceramente que tu experiencia no haya sido la esperada y agradecemos que nos lo hayas hecho saber. Queremos comentarte que, en cumplimiento de la reglamentación vigente para el cuidado de la flora y la fauna del área, se establece un cupo de pasajeros por salida, lo que permite reducir la cantidad de embarcaciones navegando al mismo tiempo. Aun así, tomamos muy en cuenta lo que mencionás sobre el proceso de confirmación, la identificación de la embarcación y la incomodidad percibida, ya que estos comentarios nos ayudan a revisar y mejorar nuestros servicios.
Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
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