Ushuaia: Penguin Watching Tour by Catamaran
Ushuaia Department, Argentina
Navigate the Beagle Channel and visit Sea Lion Island, Bird Island, and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Observe a colony of penguins on Martillo Island (Penguin Island).
Beagle Channel Boat Tour from Ushuaia
This boat tour departs from Ushuaia's local tourist dock and suits travelers interested in wildlife and nature navigation along the Beagle Channel.
Highlights
- Navigate the Beagle Channel on a modern, comfortable boat
- Visit Sea Lion Island, Bird Island, and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse
- Observe Magellanic and Papua penguins in their natural habitat
Description
Begin the tour at Ushuaia's tourist dock, boarding a modern boat. Sail across Ushuaia Bay and enter the Beagle Channel via Paso Chico. Pass Bird Island, home to Tierra del Fuego seabirds such as skuas, black-browed albatrosses, steamer ducks, cauquenes, cook seagulls, and gray seagulls.
Next, visit Sea Lion Island in the Bridges Archipelago, inhabited by two species of sea lions. Continue to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, where colonies of imperial and rocky cormorants reside. Learn about the 1930 SS Monte Cervantes shipwreck.
Sail eastward through the Beagle Channel's mountain-surrounded landscapes, viewing Puerto Almanza on Argentina’s coast and Puerto Williams Naval Base in Chile. Finally, stop at Martillo Island (Penguin Island) to observe colonies of Magellanic and Papua penguins. The tour ends with a return to the starting dock.
Includes
- Local Spanish/English-speaking guide
- Navigation certificate
- Port taxes
Excludes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
Important Information
- Food and drinks can be purchased on board
- A navigation certificate is provided
- Port taxes are included in the price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
For optimal experience, dress warmly and bring a camera. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for wildlife viewing and clear scenery.
