
Escondido y Fagnano Lakes
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 80 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Escondido y Fagnano Lakes worth booking?
Escondido y Fagnano Lakes is a 6-hour experience in Ushuaia, Argentina, from $40 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 80 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 84 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (80)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $40 per person
We are a team of professionals in tourism that offers personalized services. We love what we do and that generates the best experience to travelers who discover Ushuaia with us.
What you get
- Entrance to historic country house
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
We are a team of professionals in tourism that offers personalized services. We love what we do and that generates the best experience to travelers who discover Ushuaia with us.
What's included
Included
- Entrance to historic country house
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Mirador Del Valle Carbajal
The largest peat bog in South America crossed by the Olivia River. You can contemplate the immensity of the valleys surrounded by imposing mountains, such as Cerro Castor and Cerro Bonete. You can also see the Carbajal River meandering through the landscape and, if you are lucky, spot some of the typical animals of the region, such as guanacos or condors.
10 minutes here
You can find the Motorcycle Museum and the Fuegian Gin distillery, where there will be a tasting. There are also winter activities.
120 minutes here
Mirador de Lagos Escondido y Fagnano
Paso Garibaldi. Panoramic view of Lakes Escondido and Fagnano on National Route Nº3 across the Andes Mountains.
10 minutes here
Estancia La Carmen
Here we will enjoy the view of Lake Fagnano or Khami, one of the largest lakes in Argentina, and we will take a moderate hike around the hull of the lake. On the way back, we will stop in the valley for lunch.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Pinguinos Expediciones is a young travel agency company, run by professionals in tourism who have a vast experience in the destination and also a great passion. Our Mission: We make your experience in Patagonia memorable. We provide you with personalized, safe and high quality transfer and excursion services. We offer a wide range of facilities in services throughout your stay so you can fully enjoy being at the End of the World. We are professionals and we love what we do which guarantees a satisfactory performance that combines the pleasure of traveling and fun Our Vision: Continue our work with efficiency to be a leading company in Ushuaia and extend our company to Calafate - Santa Cruz Argentina. Our values: Operational excellence. Innovation. Service quality and care. Commitment to the customer and the environment. Professionalism. We advise you to solve all your doubts about Ushuaia and Antarctica, we set up your travel itinerary, we make airport-hotel-airport transfers.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Pinguinos Expediciones
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $40 to $90
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Pinguinos Expediciones, who run 10 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.7.
See everything Pinguinos Expediciones runsWhy this scores 84
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Escondido y Fagnano Lakes: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ushuaia.
How much does Escondido y Fagnano Lakes cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ushuaia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Escondido y Fagnano Lakes take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ushuaia is not rushed.
Is Escondido y Fagnano Lakes worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 80 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ushuaia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Escondido y Fagnano Lakes?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Escondido y Fagnano Lakes suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Escondido y Fagnano Lakes?
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Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ushuaia can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ushuaia and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Escondido y Fagnano Lakes start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ushuaia within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ushuaia?
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On Outty we rank every Ushuaia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Beagle Channel Navigation with Minitrekking, Vinciguerra Glacier Trekking and Premium Floe Lagoon, Lakes 4WD Off Road with Lunch at Lake Fagnano from Ushuaia. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ushuaia?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ushuaia?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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