Escondido Lake and Fagnano Lake 4x4 Off Road Tour with Lunch
Description
You are going to enjoy the funniest 4x4 adventure. Aboard our fleet of 4x4 trucks, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, we will tour the north center of the island, on a trip of adventure and fun for the whole family, from babies to grandparents. Going through hidden trails between forests of Lengas, Coihues and Ñires, where it will be possible to appreciate birds and specimens of red fox, we will visit: El Paso Garibaldi, El Lago Escondido and El Lago Fagnano (where we will enjoy lunch included). We have the largest fleet of high-end 4x4 vehicles in the country, with 8 4x4 trucks with a capacity of 6 and 7 passengers each.
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Itinerary
We will visit the Garibaldi Pass, the highest point of the crossing of the Andes mountain range, where you can discover the famous "Escondido Lake".
You are going to contemplate a glacial lake framed in the Andes mountain range. Crystal clear waters with species of trout for sport fishing, beavers and a great diversity of birds. Just 57 km north of Ushuaia, in an environment of native forest where Lenga predominates. For this reason, until 2016 sawmills and timber production existed. The original sheds and the old ovens of the sawmill that offered work to professionals from Chile or the province of Misiones in Argentina, for their experience in logging.
One of the 3 largest lakes in Argentina. In our cabins equipped with bathrooms and drinking water, on the shores of the lake we will have time to enjoy a pristine place, land where the "Onas of the North" lived, as the Yámanas Indians called the Shelknam Indians. In that same magical lake, where for many it has a very personal meaning, energy and peace, we will enjoy the best Tandilense "Cagnoli" sausage, cheeses and a Malbec wine, of course, Mendocino. Then we will enjoy the complete lunch with Argentine barbecue, "choripan", bife de chorizo and salad. Menu options for vegetarians and celiacs. Drinks included. Please confirm your choice of lunch when booking!!!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up at the door of your hotel/cabin/apartment directly in the 4x4 trucks, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, high-end vehicles that offer the greatest safety and comfort on the market.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(229)
Having the opportunity to visit beautiful lakes in the company of a competent guide like Frederick was worth every penny. I highly recommend.
Olá! Obrigada por compartilhar sua experiência e por participar da nossa aventura 4x4 até o Lago Escondido e o Lago Fagnano. Visitar esses lagos no meio dos Andes Fueguinos tem algo muito especial, e é ótimo ver isso refletido no que você descreve. Obrigado também por destacar o trabalho do nosso guia Frederick — isso representa a forma como nosso time acompanha cada saída. Há mais de 22 anos vivemos e compartilhamos Ushuaia com quem vem conhecer, com um time local que ama o que faz. Agradecemos muito a recomendação. Abraços, Mara.
The tour itself leads to very beautiful places and our guide Facundo was excellent, the only uncomfortable part is that 6 people go so it gets a little tight. The landscapes are worth it and it is quite quiet the tour does not have much adventure in itself. Lunch if you eat Cordeiro I didn't think it was worth it and only 1 drink included I would like to have ordered a meat but the skillful time of preparation was 50min and would not give time to eat because it would break the time of the tour, it was super indicative for families and people who like to enjoy good views
Obrigada por compartilhar sua experiência e por escolher nossa aventura 4x4 até o Lago Escondido e o Lago Fagnano. É ótimo saber que você destacou as paisagens e o trabalho do nosso guia Facundo — conhecer esses lugares acompanhado por alguém que entende e vive a região faz muita diferença na experiência. Essa é uma das excursões mais procuradas em Ushuaia, justamente pelo que oferece e pelas vistas que proporciona, e por isso os veículos operam com sua capacidade completa. Sobre o almoço, ele acontece em Villa Las Cotorras, um dos centros invernais históricos da região, onde é servido o tradicional cordeiro fueguino. Entendemos que pode não ser a preferência de todos, especialmente para quem não consome esse tipo de carne. Desde há mais de 22 anos, recebemos viajantes como anfitriões locais em Ushuaia, compartilhando nosso conhecimento e a forma como vivemos este destino. Agradecemos pela recomendação e por dedicar seu tempo para escrever a avaliação. Um grande abraço, Mara.
Trip was interesting and guide/driver Matias very knowledgeable and communicative (good English). The crowded 4x4 and the pressed cooked ham instead of the “Salame de Tandil” were of minor negative importance since the lunch at a country side restaurant was very good.
Thank you for sharing your experience and for joining our 4x4 off-road adventure to Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano. Exploring the forests and lakes of the Fuegian Andes by 4x4 offers a very different perspective of the landscape, and it’s great to read your comments about the scenery and the overall day. This excursion is also one of the most chosen experiences in Ushuaia for what it offers — an off-road journey through remote areas of Tierra del Fuego — and for many travelers it becomes one of the must-do adventures when visiting the region. Thank you as well for highlighting the work of our guide Matias and his communication throughout the excursion. It’s great to read that you enjoyed the lunch. The stop takes place at Villa Las Cotorras, one of Ushuaia’s historic winter centers and a traditional meeting point for those exploring the Fuegian Andes. For more than 21 years, we have welcomed travelers as local hosts in Ushuaia, sharing our knowledge of the region and creating experiences that allow visitors to discover Tierra del Fuego from a different perspective. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. Best regards, Mara.
Very commercial and not much to see. Very expensive for what it represents. Lunch very commercial place. I wouldn't recommend the tour
Beste Nathalie, Dank u dat u de tijd heeft genomen om uw mening te delen over onze 4x4-excursie naar Lake Escondido en Lake Fagnano. Deze ervaring heeft een duidelijk avontuurlijk karakter en richt zich op off-road routes die toegang geven tot delen van Tierra del Fuego waar men met gewone voertuigen niet kan komen. Het doel van de excursie is juist om het landschap van het eiland op een andere manier te beleven, via bergpassen, boswegen en natuurlijke uitzichtpunten. Wat betreft de lunch: deze wordt geserveerd in een van de pionierende wintercentra van Tierra del Fuego, een historische plek in de regio, waar een typische specialiteit van Patagonië wordt aangeboden — het traditionele Fuegiaanse lam aan het spit (cordero fueguino a la estaca). Voor veel bezoekers vormt dit een deel van de lokale culinaire en culturele ervaring, al begrijpen we dat dit niet voor iedereen dezelfde betekenis heeft. Met meer dan 21 jaar ervaring in het organiseren van excursies in Ushuaia worden deze ervaringen ontwikkeld door mensen die hier wonen, werken en de regio van dichtbij kennen. Als lokale gastheren proberen we bezoekers een authentieke blik op Tierra del Fuego te geven. Dank u voor het delen van uw perspectief. Mara.
The ride to the lakes was very scenic. We saw huge beaver dams and an Andean condor. Our guide took good care of us. We finished the afternoon with roasted lamb and cafe de olla.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Exploring the landscapes around Lakes Escondido and Fagnano by 4x4 is a special way to discover parts of Tierra del Fuego that are otherwise hard to reach, and we’re glad the scenery, wildlife sightings and off-road ride stood out for you. Seeing beaver dams and an Andean condor in their natural environment is something that often makes this day truly memorable. As locals who know and love this region, we place great value on taking care of each group and on closing the day around a shared meal, enjoying Patagonian flavors in a relaxed setting. We hope this adventure remains a highlight of your time in Ushuaia. Warm regards, Mara.
The tour is well structured, passes through viewpoints and other points of interest until you reach the Lakes Escondido and Fagnano by secondary roads accessible only by 4x4 cars. We gave bad luck with rain and bad weather but the tour has a lot of potential, I recommend.
Obrigada por compartilhar sua experiência, Danilo. Ficamos felizes em saber que você achou o passeio bem estruturado e que conseguiu perceber todo o potencial do roteiro, mesmo com chuva e mau tempo. Na Patagônia foiguina, o clima pode mudar rápido e, infelizmente, isso foge totalmente do nosso controle — mas também faz parte da identidade natural da região. O percurso off-road até os lagos Escondido e Fagnano revela cenários muito diferentes conforme o clima, e em dias de sol a experiência realmente ganha outra dimensão. Ainda assim, é ótimo saber que você aproveitou os mirantes, os caminhos 4x4 e a proposta geral do passeio. Nossa equipe é formada por pessoas que vivem aqui, conhecem esses caminhos desde sempre e têm um carinho especial por mostrar Ushuaia além do óbvio — mesmo quando o clima resolve testar a gente. Esperamos que você leve boas lembranças da Terra do Fogo e, quem sabe, tenha a chance de voltar em outra estação para ver esses lagos sob uma nova luz. Um grande abraço e saudações do fim do mundo, Mara.
We loved the course. The driver and guide super nice and kind. Impressive views. Also very fun the off-track ride. 10/10 Must do Thank you Facundo ❤️
Merci beaucoup pour ce retour enthousiaste! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez adoré l'aventure en 4x4 et que les vues imprenables sur les lacs Escondido et Fagnano vous aient marquée. C’est un plaisir de savoir que Facundo a su rendre votre journée encore plus spéciale grâce à sa gentillesse. Chez Info De Ushuaia®, avec plus de 20 ans d'expérience, notre plus grande motivation est de savoir que nos visiteurs vivent des moments aussi amusants et authentiques au cœur de notre nature. On espère vous revoir bientôt au Bout du Monde ! Cordialement, Mara.
This was a very enjoyable tour seeing much of the Tierra Del Fuego countryside and Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano. Our guide, Fagundo, was English speaking and extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed him. The 4 wheel drive part of the tour was quite a surprise at how well the vehicle did. We never felt in any kind of danger and enjoyed going through the deep mud puddles a lot. The snack and wine at Lake Fagnano was excellent. The lunch a little later was nice but I was pretty happy after the snack a little earlier so wasn't particularly hungry when we has lunch.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, David! We’re glad to know you had such a fun and enjoyable day exploring the Tierra del Fuego countryside, Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano. The off-road section is always a highlight — it’s designed to be adventurous while still feeling safe and well handled, so it’s great to hear you enjoyed the ride through the mud without ever feeling uncomfortable. That balance between adventure and confidence is exactly what we aim for. We’re also happy to know that Facundo made the day even better with his friendliness, knowledge and clear explanations in English. Our guides play a big role in creating a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere throughout the tour. The snack and wine by Lake Fagnano are meant to be a moment to slow down and enjoy the setting, so it’s nice to hear that it hit the spot — even if lunch came a bit later! Thank you again for choosing to explore Ushuaia with us. We’d be delighted to welcome you back for more adventures in the End of the World. Warm regards, Mara
Had a fantastic day. Tour company made a special effort to place me with an English speaking guide. He and I chatted about everything from cars to fishing to stuff about the tour. Made the day even better! This tour is a fantastic way to spend a day.
Thank you so much, Brandon! We’re delighted to hear you had such a fantastic day on the Escondido & Fagnano Lakes 4x4 Off Road Tour with Lunch. We always do our best to make sure every traveler feels comfortable and fully included, so arranging an English-speaking guide for you was a natural part of that commitment. It’s wonderful to know that the conversations and connection you shared made the experience even more special. This tour is one of our favorites because it combines adventure, great landscapes and a very human touch — and our local team puts a lot of heart into making each outing memorable. Thank you again for choosing to explore Ushuaia with us. We’d be very happy to welcome you back whenever you return to the End of the World! Warm regards, Mara
Wonderful and unique experience!!!! Amazing places. An extraordinary reception of cheeses and ham with good wine or sodas. Very friendly atmosphere and attentive and professional guides. We were lucky to have Marcos as our guide. We are Ana Maria and Maria Estela. 02/12/2025
Ana María y María Estela, muchísimas gracias por su hermosa reseña! 🚙✨ Nos llena de alegría saber que vivieron una experiencia tan especial en el tour Lagos Escondido y Fagnano 4x4 con almuerzo. Es una experiencia que combina aventura, naturaleza y esos momentos únicos que hacen tan especial a Tierra del Fuego, y es una gran satisfacción cuando quienes nos visitan lo disfrutan de esta manera. La picada con quesos, jamón y vino es parte de la calidez con la que buscamos recibir a cada viajero, y nos alegra que haya sido un lindo inicio para ustedes. Y gracias por mencionar a Marcos: él, como todo nuestro equipo local, trabaja con dedicación, profesionalismo y un verdadero amor por este lugar. Esa pasión es la que buscamos transmitir en cada salida. En Info De Ushuaia® llevamos más de 21 años acompañando viajeros y creando experiencias auténticas, seguras y cuidadosamente organizadas, para que cada persona que llega al Fin del Mundo se sienta realmente bienvenida. Nos va a encantar recibirlas nuevamente cuando quieran seguir explorando esta tierra tan luminosa y especial. Un abrazo grande y ojalá nos volvamos a ver pronto!! Mara
