Navigation in the Beagle Channel with minitrekking USHUAIA
Description
We set sail from the local tourist pier crossing the wide Bay of Ushuaia until we reach the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico. There we will sail around the Island of the Birds where we will be able to appreciate the Fuegian avifauna. We will observe: Skúas, Black-browed Albatross, Vapor Ducks, Cauquenes, Cook Gulls and Gray Gulls. Then, we will approach Isla de los Lobos where we will be able to observe sea lions with one and two hairs. Both islands belong to the Bridges archipelago. Arriving at Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse (The Illuminators), we will be able to see the colonies of Imperial Cormorants and Rock Cormorants while listening to the story of the sinking of the SS Monte Cervantes that he starred in 1930. We will make a descent in Puerto Karelo, belonging to the Bridges Islands, where you can visit genuine Yámana shell middens. This guided walk lasts approximately 20 minutes and concentrates us on a panoramic point where very good photographs can be taken.
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Itinerary
We begin sailing from the Tourist Pier of our city, towards the Beagle Canal, enjoying as we move away, the panoramic view of the coast of Ushuaia, seeing the most important buildings, Maritime Museum (old prison), Museum of the End of the World, the industrial area, and the mountains Olivia and Cinco Hermanos.
We head to the Bridges Islands where we stop and descend. It is important to note that the walk that is made during this visit is not difficult and is available to anyone. In addition to having the experience of walking on a small island in the middle of the Beagle Channel, the goal is to appreciate the following three fundamental attractions: Conchero Yámanas: archaeological remains of the inhabitants of the Beagle Canal. A few meters from the pier are deposits of the settlements of the Yamanas or Yaganes, we will enter one of them and, from the explanations of the guide, we will imagine how they lived. In addition, a cut in the shell wall will allow us to better understand and observe the stratification of the discarded mussel leaflets. Touring the interpretation circuit, we appreciate the particular development that plants, flowers and fruits reach in this special ecosystem.
We board again and sail to the southwest, approaching the Isle of Los Lobos, where, from the boat, we can enjoy the view of sea lions, observing their permanent habitat, in a wonderful setting. Continuing the navigation, we will head towards the Island of Los Pájaros, habitat of Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants and privileged sector to see specimens of marine birdlife. We continue to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, in the archipelago of the same name, where the ship Monte Cervantes was wrecked in 1930.
Return will be through the Chico Pass, seeing the Tunnel and Fique Estancias, return to Ushuaia, with a view of the imposing frame that gives the city Mount Martial and the glacier of the same name.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(16)
On time, we'll appointed, spotless & extremely comfortable tour boat. In depth commentary of all sights & great itinerary.
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you enjoyed the tour, the commentary and the comfort of the boat. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Very crowded on catamaran. Landscaping is scenic but a little boring. Expected to see more wildlife than birds.
We’re sorry to hear that the catamaran felt crowded and that the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations. During high season, boats can operate at full capacity, but we always aim to provide a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Wildlife sightings in the Beagle Channel can vary depending on weather and natural conditions. While birds are very common, sea lions and other marine life are sometimes seen along the route, though sightings can never be guaranteed. We truly appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving our services.
Much depends on the weather conditions, if the sea is rough it can be annoying. The views and sights of the animals repay the possible discomfort.
Grazie per il suo commento! È vero, le condizioni meteo possono influenzare la navigazione, ma siamo felici che i panorami e l’incontro con la fauna abbiano compensato qualsiasi possibile disagio. Speriamo di rivederla presto!
Not as interesting as I thought it would be, for me a little oversold. Slow boarding and not sure why, the line kept stopping and starting. Guide talks were mainly in Spanish with a cut-down version in English. The 'walk' is a 100m to a sign for the town name. We didn't really get to do the Beagle Channel, just a small part of it, I thought we would have gone around the coastline further. Got to see the sealions from the boat though. Boat size was good with comfy seats and big windows and lots of outside space too.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations and appreciate your comments regarding boarding, language balance, and the route. We’re glad you enjoyed the boat and seeing the sea lions. Your feedback has been shared with our team to help us improve.
We had a great experience, it was nice to see the city from the water perspective. Walking on the island was nice as well. We were lucky with the weather. Unfortunately we did not spot whales.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are glad to know that you had a great experience on this tour. We wish you get back to visit us again in the future.
Very nice tour. Well organized. A very good cantarán crew. We enjoyed it thoroughly.
Thank you very much for your review! We’re happy to know you enjoyed the tour and that everything was well organized. It’s great to hear you had a wonderful experience with the catamaran crew. We truly appreciate your feedback!
It's a big ship, nothing spectacular but if you wanna chill on a boat it's a nice programme. There is no real trekking, it's a 10 metres walk. The provider pushes people out who don't pay for the photos the professional photographers do on the boat. We saw penguins from far and sealions too.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your comments and are sorry if the experience did not fully meet your expectations. Your observations help us continue working with our providers to improve the service and set clearer expectations for future travelers.
Well organized, comfortable boat, beautiful landscapes, guide in eapanhol and English. We left at 9:30 and returned 3 hours later directly for lunch at a dozen good restaurants in the region.
Muchas gracias por su reseña. Nos alegra mucho que haya disfrutado de este paseo. Estaremos encantados de volver a recibirlos en el futuro. Gracias por elegirnos!!!
On a beautiful calm day it was a great introduction to the landscape as my first holiday activity. The island visit was just a short path out and back but taking a moment on the beach was nice.
Thank you for choosing to travel with us. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour and had a great time.
We were able to see lots of animals from sea lions, penguins, cormorants, and even some whales. The boat was comfortable and even made one stop to get off and explore an island.
