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TIERRA DEL FUEGO and WILDLIFE BY BOAT

Enjoy the incredible landscape and marine life of Tierra del Fuego from a seaside perspective as you sail through the Beagle Channel on a modern catamaran.

Excursion Details

First, you will board a boat and sail through Lapataia Bay to reach the Beagle Channel and the numerous islands that dot its course. The first wildlife spot you’ll pass is Isla de los Pájaros (Bird Island), which provides habitat for a large colony of imperial cormorants. Next, expect to see sea lions on Isla de los Lobos before proceeding to admire the views of the Les Éclaireures lighthouse in the archipelago of the same name. Lastly, you will head to Hammer Island, where the playful antics of a large group of Magellanic penguins will surely make you smile. The return trip to Ushuaia concludes your tour.

Important Information:

Guests are recommended to wear sturdy non-slip walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a jacket or windbreaker since sudden shifts in the weather are common. Sightings of wildlife, though common, cannot be guaranteed. On the first day the tour might take place in the afternoon. You can start the tour by boat or by bus and then change the vehicle during the tour

BEAGLE CHANNEL NAVIGATION

Named after the first voyage of HMS Beagle in the 19th century and also visited by Charles Darwin during the ship’s second trip, the narrow Beagle Channel presents itself for inspection on this appealing boat tour.

After boarding a boat at the pier, you willfirst cruise out of Ushuaia’s harbour en route to the Beagle Channel to a backdrop of wonderful mountain views. While you cruise along the strait, you willpass Isla de los Pájaros (Bird Island), home to a large gulp of imperial cormorants, as well as Isla de los Lobos, where you willfind a colony of sea lions. The equally scenic return cruise wraps the tour up.
Please note: Guides in languages other than Spanish/English are limited. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be in Spanish or English only.

Guests are recommended to wear a jacket or windbreaker since sudden shifts in the weather are common. Sightings of wildlife, though common, cannot be guaranteed. This excursion will not be cancelled due to weather conditions (rain)

OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE TO LAKES ESCONDIDO and FAGNANO

From Paso Garibaldi to silent canoeing on Escondido Lake — a 4×4 journey along the lake route that combines epic landscapes, off-road adventure, and glacial echoes.

Excursion Details

Departing from the ship towards the lakes via Route 3, which crosses part of the Fuegian Cordillera, we access Paso Garibaldi, a panoramic point where we can see our objectives, Escondido and Fagnano lakes. We begin the descent and divert from the route onto old lumberjack trails. 4×4 trucks allow us to reach places otherwise inaccessible: forests, mud, stones, etc. Lake Fagnano surprises us with its size and incredible landscape. The adventure continues with the lively crossing of Lake Fagnano to reach an internal route leading us to Lake Escondido, smaller in size but surrounded by an incomparable natural setting.

After a brief introductory talk by our boat guides, we prepare the canoes and begin paddling. The water view surprises us. After 45 minutes of canoeing, we return to the point where the trucks were left to start the return to Refugio Nunatak in the Tierra Mayor valley, where, while they prepare lunch, we have time to take a walk around. After lunch, we return to Ushuaia.

Important Information:

Guides in languages other than Spanish/English are limited. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be in Spanish or English only.

As the tour involves travelling over rough, uneven terrain, it is considered to be unsuitable for guests withneck/back/heart problems and for pregnant women. Guests are recommended to wear casual clothing and comfortable hiking shoes. On 2-day calls, this tour is available on the first and on the second day but please select code USH06 if you wish to take part in this tour on the firstday of call and code USH15 if you wish to take part in this tour on the second day of call.

This excursion will not be cancelled due to weatherconditions (rain). Guests with any type of food intolerance are required to communicate it to the Shore Excursions Office at least two daysbefore the call

FLAVOURS and WINE: USHUAIA GOURMET TOUR

Discover the flavours of Argentina’s Tierra del Fuego on a 3-hour gourmet outing that is dedicating to showcasing the best of local fare, from food to wine. First up, you’ll make your way to a BBQ treat at the Ushuaia Smokehouse, then continue on to try tasty fine dining morsels at the Küar Resto & Bar before finishing off on a viticultural note at the Quelhué Wine Shop. Each of the tasting sessions will include local products and well-known Argentinian wines – leaving you with culinary memories you’ll want to cherish. Your return to the ship then brings the outing to a close.

Please note: guests are recommended to wear comfortable shoes. This tour may be available on both days the ship is in port

SIGHTSEEING TOUR and DINNER AT LAS COTORRAS

Prepare to enjoy an afternoon away from the ship on a tour that first allows you to delight in the views of the incredible landscape of Tierra del Fuego and then savor a delicious dinner at a mountain restaurant.

Excursion Details

After boarding your bus, you will follow a route passing through the main landmarks of Ushuaia, passing stunning landscapes and historic buildings of typical Fuegian architecture. You will also cross part of the Andes mountain range on the way to the Carbajal Valley and then to the mountain restaurant Las Cotorras. Sit back and relax in a pleasantly rustic setting to savor a Patagonian lamb barbecue raised locally. The scenic drive back to your ship concludes the tour.

Important Information:

This tour takes place in the evening and can be combined with some of the other morning tours. This tour is available on the first day only. A bottle of red wine every 4 people will be served while 1 bottle of water, or 1 soft drink are self-service

DINNER CRUISE ON THE BEAGLE CHANNEL

This evening outing will see you leave the ship for a catamaran cruise along the Beagle Channel, the same as travelled by Darwin on the second voyage of the name-giving 19th-century HMS Beagle, while enjoying dinner. Apart from a selection of delectable food, you’ll also be able to savour glorious views of Ushuaia’s harbour, its townscape and skyline as well as jagged mountaintops in the distance as a particularly beguiling backdrop.

The leisurely cruise comes to a close with your return to dry land and then your ship.
Please note: this tour takes place in the afternoon and can be combined with some of the other morning tours

BEAGLE CHANNEL CRUISE and TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK

Take a break from the ship to join an outing full of scenic views that begins with a narrated catamaran cruise along the Beagle Channel, a narrow strait named after the first voyage (1826-30) of HMS Beagle.

You’ll find the catamaran boasts both enclosed spaces and open deck space so you can choose which spot suits you best for viewing purposes. The route will take you past such photo-worthy spots as Isla de los Pájaros (Bird Island), home to a large gulp of cormorants among others, and Isla de los Lobos (Sea Wolves’ Island), which provides a habitat for South American sea lions. You’ll also pass the Les Éclaireures lighthouse, which the locals call the Lighthouse at the End of the World but is not the same one as detailed in the eponymous Jules Verne book. When you reach Lapataia Bay, you’ll return to dry land and board a coach for a drive through the verdant Tierra del Fuego National Park. The tour lastly wraps up with your return to the ship.

Please note: Guides in languages other than Spanish/English are limited. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be in Spanish or English only. Guests are recommended to wear sturdy non-slip walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a jacket or windbreaker since sudden shifts in the weather are common. Sightings of wildlife, though common, cannot be guaranteed.

The tour may be available on both days the ship is in port. On 2-day calls, this tour is available on the first and on the second day but please select code USH01 if you wish to take part in this tour on the first day of call and code USH14 if you wish to take part in this tour on the second day of call. This excursion will not be cancelled due to weather conditions (rain).

OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE TO LAKES ESCONDIDO and FAGNANO

Dedicate a day to exploring the natural beauty of Tierra del Fuego by 4×4 vehicle, starting with a transfer to the centre of the island. While you travel, you’ll catch drive-by views of Tierra del Fuego’s peat bogs and the southernmost reaches of the Andes.

Enjoy superb views of Lakes Escondido and Fagnano when you cross the Andes at the Garibaldi Pass, after which you’ll continue on ancient roads once used to transport timber. Now no longer in general use, these trails are accessible only by 4×4, take you through the sub-Antarctic Forest and lead to Lake Fagnano, where lunch awaits you. Next up, you’ll move on to the smaller but equally scenic Lake Escondido, where you’ll have a moment to savour an amazing panorama. Lastly, you’ll get to stretch your legs at a spot close to the historical Hostería Petrel before you return to your ship via the old Garibaldi Pass.
Please note: Guides in languages other than Spanish/English are limited. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be in Spanish or English only.

As the tour involves travelling over rough, uneven terrain, it is considered to be unsuitable for guests of limited mobility, with neck/back/heart problems and for pregnant women. Guests are recommended to wear casual clothing and comfortable hiking shoes. On 2-day calls, this tour is available on the first and on the second day but please select code USH06 if you wish to take part in this tour on the first day of call and code USH15 if you wish to take part in this tour on the second day of call.

This excursion will not be cancelled due to weather conditions (rain). Guests with any type of food intolerance are required to communicate it to the Shore Excursions Office at least two days before the call

CANOEING IN THE TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK

Experience glorious landscapes, fresh air, a chance to stretch your legs during a hike, and time spent on the water in a canoe—all part of this half-day nature-centered tour.

Excursion Details

First, you’ll take an easy path to reach Tierra del Fuego National Park, then proceed to Lake Roca. After safety instructions, you’ll board your inflatable canoe to paddle first on the lake and then descend the beautiful Ovando River, one of the park’s most picturesque. As you approach Lapataia Bay, keep an eye out for wildlife such as petrels, albatrosses, steam ducks, and penguins. Afterward, you’ll return to land for a moderate 30-minute walk along well-maintained trails offering some of South America’s most spectacular natural landscapes, including winter bark, fire bushes, and various types of beech trees. The return journey to your ship concludes the tour.

Important Information:

As the tour involves travelling over rough, uneven terrain, it is unsuitable for guests of limited mobility, with neck/back/heart problems and for pregnant women. Guests are recommended to wear comfortable hiking shoes. This tour is available on the second day only.

To participate you must be in good physical condition and be a capable swimmer. A waiver must be signed and is available in English only and medical conditions disclosed. To participate to the tour a min. age of 12 years is required, weight restrictions: 100kg per person. The canoe will be shared within max. 6 guests. Lifejacket will be provided during the tour

THE GOLF COURSE AT THE END OF THE WORLD

Enjoy the unique experience of playing a round of golf at the end of the world! The course is located a few kilometers from Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego province, whose motto is “end of the world, beginning of everything.” Whether you’re an enthusiastic golfer or just a beginner, this course is beautiful enough to inspire a lifelong love for the game.

Excursion Details

With 9 holes arranged in a park style, the Ushuaia course is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that will impress even the most traveled golfers as they walk the fairways and putt the greens. At the end of the round, you’ll receive a certificate proving you played at the southernmost golf course in the world!

Important Information:

Guests are requested to wear appropriate clothes. The tour may be available on both days the ship is in port. Guests must be in very good physical condition to participate as the tour requires extended periods of physical exertion and extensive walking. The tour may have multiple departures during the day. Once on board, please contact the Shore Excursions’ Desk for information about the precise departure time.