Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins worth booking?
Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins is a 11-hour experience in Ushuaia, Argentina, from $290 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $290 per person
The excursion starts at the Ushuaia Tourist Pier, from where we will travel by land through mountains, forests, and rivers to Puerto Almanza Once there, we will sail to Martillo Island to live a unique experience with Magellanic penguins and Papúa in their natural habitat. During approximately 40 minutes of spotting from the boat, we will be able to observe them very closely as they swim around the boat, offering us an exceptional opportunity to photograph them, appreciate their behavior, and enjoy a close encounter with the colony. He does not disembark on the island. We will return to the Port of Ushuaia, where you will have free time to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will meet again at the port to sail the Beagle Channel and discover its landscapes and fauna, including Wolf Island, Bird Island, and the emblematic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse. A complete experience that combines landscapes, navigation, and encounters with the most emblematic wildlife of Tierra del Fuego.
What you get
About this experience
The excursion starts at the Ushuaia Tourist Pier, from where we will travel by land through mountains, forests, and rivers to Puerto Almanza Once there, we will sail to Martillo Island to live a unique experience with Magellanic penguins and Papúa in their natural habitat. During approximately 40 minutes of spotting from the boat, we will be able to observe them very closely as they swim around the boat, offering us an exceptional opportunity to photograph them, appreciate their behavior, and enjoy a close encounter with the colony. He does not disembark on the island. We will return to the Port of Ushuaia, where you will have free time to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will meet again at the port to sail the Beagle Channel and discover its landscapes and fauna, including Wolf Island, Bird Island, and the emblematic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse. A complete experience that combines landscapes, navigation, and encounters with the most emblematic wildlife of Tierra del Fuego.
What's included
Included
- Bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
- Snack: Coffee + alfajor
- Penguin sighting.
- Walk on Isla Bridge
- Yachting navigation through the Beagle Channel.
- Ground transfers to Puerto Almanza.
- Navigation in zodiac towards Martillo Island.
- Visit to the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse.
- Sea lion and bird watching.
Not included
- Pick up for accommodation.
- Lunch between excursions.
What you'll see and do
Ushuaia
We travel Route 3 and Route J, enjoying incredible landscapes among mountains, forests, and rivers until we reach the picturesque Puerto Almanza.
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Canal Beagle
We depart from the local port in our boat to Alicia Island, where we can observe a colony of sea lions. Then we will head to Bird Island, where colonies of real and imperial cormorants live next to their nests, and where, from spring to autumn, it is possible to observe their chicks. We will continue sailing east to another small island where, depending on the time of year, we can find fur seals. The Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse is located very close by, a true symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we will also be able to observe the island of rock cormorants.
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Faro Les Eclaireurs
The Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse is located very close by, a true symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we will be able to observe the island of rock cormorants.
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Isla Bridges
Upon returning from the Beagle navigation, we will disembark on Bridges Island to take a hike on an interpretive trail of flora and avifauna, while learning about part of the history of the Yámana indigenous peoples. On this island are the largest anthropic concheros of the region. Being the largest island on the tour, we will reach its highest panoramic point, from where we can contemplate the majesty of the Beagle Channel and enjoy a privileged view of the city of Ushuaia in the distance.
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Martillo Island
The first experience consists of a yacht navigation through the Beagle Channel, touring Wolf Island, Bird Island, and the emblematic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, enjoying a more personalized and nature-close navigation. The second excursion will take you by land to Puerto Almanza, from where you will board a zodiac to sail to the vicinity of Martillo Island, home to an important colony of Papuan and Magellanic penguins. Thanks to the semi-rigid boat you can get close to the coast to observe them from a privileged distance, always respecting their natural habitat.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ushuaia
Stand Onashaga
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Stand Onashaga
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Azul Latina Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This service combines two independent excursions: 1. Beagle Channel Navigation: includes the entire navigation route and the activities detailed in the service description. 2. Penguin sighting on Martillo Island: the excursion also starts in the Port of Ushuaia, from where we will travel by land to Puerto Almanza. We will board a semi-rigid inflatable boat (gomón) to sail to Martillo Island and spot penguins from the boat. He does not disembark on the island. One of the excursions will take place in the morning and the other in the afternoon. However, the published schedules are estimates, as they depend on the availability of departures at the time of receiving each reservation. For this reason, once we receive your booking, we will confirm the available departures and send you the final itinerary, indicating the departure times from the Port of Ushuaia and the chronological order in which both excursions will take place.
- The first experience consists of a yacht navigation through the Beagle Channel, touring Wolf Island, Bird Island, and the emblematic Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, enjoying a more personalized and nature-close navigation. The second excursion will take you by land to Puerto Almanza, from where you will board a zodiac to sail to the vicinity of Martillo Island, home to an important colony of Papuan and Magellanic penguins. Thanks to the semi-rigid boat you can get close to the coast to observe them from a privileged distance, always respecting their natural habitat. Both excursions are done separately and can be combined on the same day or on different days, depending on availability.
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Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Shore Lunch with Penguins After..
For this tour we were so happy to have Pablo as our guide again and Jose as our driver. They provided us with a wonderful trip in a very comfortable vehicle to the fishing village with a coffee break along the way. We were able to taste Mate tea along with yummy Argentine pastries. Once arriving in Puerto Almanza we had lunch at A’Kum restaurant which not only had fantastic food but gorgeous flowers and a view. After lunch we went to the shore near the village and spent time exploring and learning about the almost war with Chile. Finally we boarded the small boat which brought us right up to the shore of the island filled with Magellanic and Gentoo Penguins. We had plenty of time to take many photos and videos. The trip home was not very talkative as We snoozed in the back seat. Pablo and Jose are a great team!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Azul Latina Travel, who run 59 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.5.
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Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ushuaia.
How much does Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins cost?
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Prices start at $290 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 Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins take?
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Plan for about 11 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 Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Ushuaia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins?
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Around 2 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 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins 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 Vinciguerra Glacier Trekking and Premium Floe Lagoon, King Crab Route 4WD Off Road with lunch in Puerto Almanza, Tierra del Fuego National Park – Small Groups. Optional Train. 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.
What is included in Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins?
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Included: Bilingual guide (Spanish/English); Snack: Coffee + alfajor; Penguin sighting; Walk on Isla Bridge; and Yachting navigation through the Beagle Channel. Not included: Pick up for accommodation; and Lunch between excursions. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins?
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Stand Onashaga Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full Day Ushuaia and Beagle Channel: A Unique Encounter with Penguins if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ushuaia. Standard cancellation terms apply.
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