Ushuaia: Yacht navigation in Beagle Channel and Lighthouse
Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Activity
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Visit Alicia Island to see sea lions, Bird Island to see cormorants, a small island to see sea lions and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Bridge Island and panoramic views of the Beagle Channel and Ushuaia.
Highlights
- Observe a colony of sea lions
- Isla de los Pájaros, home of cormorant colonies
- Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, a symbol of the city of Ushuaia
- The island's highest point offers views of the Beagle Channel
- We'll navigate through the Upsala Canal offering a panoramic view of the glacier
Description
Our trip begins at the local port, from where we will head towards Alicia Island. Here you will have the opportunity to observe a colony of sea lions up close, a fascinating experience for marine life lovers. We will continue our journey to Isla de los Pájaros, home to colonies of royal and imperial cormorants. Continuing our course eastward, we will reach another small island where you will be able to see two-hair fur seals. Nearby is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, a symbol of the city of Ushuaia built in 1919. From there, you will have panoramic views of the rocky cormorant island. On our way back, we will disembark at Bridges Island to walk along an interpretative trail of flora and birdlife. To culminate this unforgettable experience, we will climb to the highest panoramic point of the island, from where you will be able to appreciate the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the city of Ushuaia in the distance. In order to book this tour, you must reserve at least 48 hours in advance. Otherwise, we will not be able to confirm your reservation.Includes
Yacht navigation in the Beagle Channel English and Spanish speaking professional guides Visit to the colonies of sea lions and cormorants Visit to Bird Island Visit and hike to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse During the tour we invite you to enjoy a delicious coffee, tea and hot chocolate.Excludes
Pick up and dropp off hotels is not included. Meeting point: departing from the Tourist Pier of Ushuaia Port FeeImportant Information
- PASSENGERS MUST SHOW UP ON THEIR OWN AT THE MEETING POINT: Tourist Port, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina. ALL INFORMATION WILL BE SENT TO EACH PASSENGER. In order to book this tour, you must reserve at least 48 hours in advance. * Not adapted for wheelchair users. *Most travelers are able to participate in the experience. *Due to the mini trekking on Bridges Island, it is not recommended for people with reduced mobility. *Our yachts have everything necessary to make the excursion possible. They have all the safety elements required by the Prefectura Naval Argentina (Argentine Naval Prefecture). *These boats have been modified so that passengers can make the most of them. The bow has three levels of deck so that all passengers can take their pictures and a fly (terrace) where they can enjoy the sun and the Patagonian air. The interior is heated, has enough space for all the passengers and has two bathrooms.