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Ushuaia: Beagle Channel Navigation to the Penguin Colony | 7 hours | 4.0 (20) | $240 | |
Ushuaia Beagle Channel Cruise to Martillo Penguin Colony | 6 hours | 4.0 (4) | $169 | View |
Half Day Beagle Channel Tour to Isla de Lobos and Penguin Colony | 4–5 hours | 4.1 |
A unique experience on the Beagle Channel, one of the most stunning natural wonders in the world. We will sail through the channel, visiting Sea Lion and Bird Islands, where you can observe sea lions, cormorants, and other seabirds in their natural habitat. We will make a stop at the iconic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, a historic lighthouse located on an archipelago of the same name, offering a unique view of the region. The highlight of our journey will be the visit to the penguin colony on Martillo Island. This is, without a doubt, the most anticipated moment of the tour. Our boat will dock on the island, allowing you to experience an unparalleled opportunity: to observe up close the charming Magellanic penguins. These friendly animals, known for their curiosity, come within a few meters of visitors, providing a unique chance to admire them in their natural environment. This tour is designed for those seeking a nature and adventure experience in Tierra del Fuego.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 3.
Unique experience on the Beagle Canal, one of the most impressive natural wonders in the world. We will cruise the canal, visit the Lobos and Birds Islands, where you can observe sea lions, cormorants and other seabirds in their natural habitat.
We begin the navigation departing from the Tourist Pier of our city, heading towards the center of the Beagle Channel. As we sail away, we enjoy panoramic views of the Ushuaia coast, spotting important buildings such as the Maritime Museum (the former prison), the End of the World Museum, the industrial area, and the Olivia and Cinco Hermanos mountains. We navigate southwest, approaching Sea Lion Island, where from the boat we can enjoy views of sea lions in their permanent habitat, set in a marvelous scene. Continuing our navigation, we head towards Bird Island, home to Magellanic and Imperial cormorants, a privileged area to observe marine birdlife. We continue sailing towards the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, located in the archipelago of the same name. On these islets, parts of the Monte Cervantes shipwreck, which sank in 1930, can be observed. Following the southern coast of the Big Island of Tierra del Fuego, we will spot Estancia Remolino, where the Monte Sarmiento ship ran aground. Crossing the Beagle Channel north to south, we will see Gable Island and the Puerto Williams Naval Base (located on Navarino Island, Republic of Chile). Upon arriving at Martillo Island, we approach the beach and stay there. It is amazing to observe how the Magellanic penguin colony, which nests during the summer season, approaches the boat with notable curiosity, swimming underneath the catamaran and resurfacing—an unforgettable spectacle that invites countless photographs. From here, we sail back to the Tourist Pier, passing by Estancias Túnel and Fique along the way.
We continue towards the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, located in the archipelago of the same name, where the ship Monte Cervantes wrecked in 1930. The return will be via Paso Chico, passing by Estancias Túnel and Fique, returning to Ushuaia with a view of the impressive backdrop provided by Mount Martial and its glacier.
Upon arriving at Martillo Island, we approach the beach and remain there. It is amazing to observe how the Magellanic penguin colony, which nests during the summer season, approaches the boat with notable curiosity, swimming under the catamaran and resurfacing. It’s a spectacle that invites us to take countless photographs. From here, we sail back to the Tourist Pier, passing by Estancias Túnel and Fique along the way.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Ushuaia: Beagle Channel Navigation to the Penguin Colony lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $240 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, starting at 8:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Departing from the Ushuaia Tourist Pier: Av. Int. Jorge Garramuño, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, V9410 Ushuaia, half an hour before the boat’s departure — we will send the schedule with each itinerary. We need the name of your hotel in Ushuaia to contact you if necessary. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Azul Latina Travel.
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Canoeing Adventure on the Beagle Channel and Penguin Colony | 10 hours | 5.0 (10) | $512 | View |
Martillo Island: Boat Trip to the Penguin Colony & Beagle Channel | 5 hours | 4.3 (115) | $230 | View |
Beagle Channel Navigation with Minitrekking | 4 hours | 4.8 (725) | $100 | View |
Beagle Channel and Penguin Island Navigation | 5 hours | 4.8 (4) | $130 | View |