Embark on a thrilling adventure through the Fuegian avifauna with a Beagle Channel navigation and minitrekking tour in Ushuaia. Explore the Island of the Birds, observe various bird species, encounter sea lions at Isla de los Lobos, and visit historic sites like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Don’t miss the opportunity to capture stunning photographs on this unforgettable journey.
Embark on a thrilling adventure through the Fuegian avifauna with a Beagle Channel navigation and minitrekking tour in Ushuaia. Explore the Island of the Birds, observe various bird species, encounter sea lions at Isla de los Lobos, and visit historic sites like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Don’t miss the opportunity to capture stunning photographs on this unforgettable journey.
- Beagle Canal - The journey begins at the Tourist Pier of the city, setting sail towards the Beagle Canal. As the boat moves away, passengers can enjoy a panoramic view of Ushuaia’s coastline, including notable landmarks such as the Maritime Museum (formerly a prison), the Museum of the End of the World, the industrial area, and the majestic Olivia…
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Beagle Canal - The journey begins at the Tourist Pier of the city, setting sail towards the Beagle Canal. As the boat moves away, passengers can enjoy a panoramic view of Ushuaia’s coastline, including notable landmarks such as the Maritime Museum (formerly a prison), the Museum of the End of the World, the industrial area, and the majestic Olivia and Cinco Hermanos mountains.
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Bridges Islands - The next stop is the Bridges Islands, where passengers disembark for a walk. This walk is easy and accessible to everyone. The visit offers the unique experience of walking on a small island in the Beagle Channel, with three main attractions to appreciate:
- Conchero Yámanas: archaeological remains of the Beagle Canal’s original inhabitants.
- Near the pier, there are deposits from the Yamanas or Yaganes settlements. Visitors can explore one of these sites and, with guidance, imagine the lifestyle of its former inhabitants.
- A cut in the shell wall provides insight into the stratification of discarded mussel shells.
- The interpretation circuit showcases the unique development of plants, flowers, and fruits in this special ecosystem.
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Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse - After reboarding, the journey continues southwest to the Isle of Los Lobos. From the boat, passengers can observe sea lions in their natural habitat, set against a stunning backdrop.
The navigation proceeds to the Island of Los Pájaros, home to Magellanic and Imperial Cormorants, offering a prime location for observing marine birdlife. The journey continues to the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, part of the archipelago where the ship Monte Cervantes was wrecked in 1930.
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Ushuaia - The return trip passes through the Chico Pass, offering views of the Tunnel and Fique Estancias, and concludes in Ushuaia, with the impressive Mount Martial and its glacier providing a stunning backdrop.

- Professional guide in English and Spanish
- Port Tax
- On-board restrooms
- Professional guide in English and Spanish
- Port Tax
- On-board restrooms
- Lunch
- Pick up and drop off at hotels
- Lunch
- Pick up and drop off at hotels
We set sail from the local tourist pier crossing the wide Bay of Ushuaia until we reach the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico.
There we will sail around the Island of the Birds where we will be able to appreciate the Fuegian avifauna. We will observe: Skúas, Black-browed Albatross, Vapor Ducks, Cauquenes, Cook Gulls and Gray Gulls. Then, we will approach…
We set sail from the local tourist pier crossing the wide Bay of Ushuaia until we reach the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico.
There we will sail around the Island of the Birds where we will be able to appreciate the Fuegian avifauna. We will observe: Skúas, Black-browed Albatross, Vapor Ducks, Cauquenes, Cook Gulls and Gray Gulls. Then, we will approach Isla de los Lobos where we will be able to observe sea lions with one and two hairs. Both islands belong to the Bridges archipelago.
Arriving at Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse (The Illuminators), we will be able to see the colonies of Imperial Cormorants and Rock Cormorants while listening to the story of the sinking of the SS Monte Cervantes that he starred in 1930.
We will make a descent in Puerto Karelo, belonging to the Bridges Islands, where you can visit genuine Yámana shell middens. This guided walk lasts approximately 20 minutes and concentrates us on a panoramic point where very good photographs can be taken.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.