Beagle Channel Boat Navigation from Ushuaia
Overview
Enjoy this 2.30 - 3.00 hours tour to enjoy landscapes of Beagle Channel, and see different species of vegetation, forest trees, lakes and will be amazed by the birds and sea lions in their splendid habitat by observing them from a boat.
Itinerary
- The tour starts from the Ushuaia pier. Beagle Channel, Isla Lobos is a navigation experience to the Beagle Channel that starts from Ushuaia Pier. The ship will stop on the “Los Pajaros” island, where you will see the local wildlife, particularly Skuas, Black-browed Albatross, Steam Ducks, Cauquenes, Gaviotas Cooks Gaviotas and Gray Gaviotas. After getting to “De Los Lobos” island, the main attractions are going to be the sea lions of 1 and 2 hairs. Those islands are part of the Bridges archipelago. Then travelers will reach the “Les Eclaireirs” Island, to see the lighthouse, the Royal, and Imperial Cormorants, and learn the story of the SS Monte Cervantes´s shipwreck, many years ago on the 30´s. On Karelo Island, you will have the option to walk around. There it is possible to see Yámanas´s shell middens and also the flora and avifauna of the place. The walk takes about 30 minutes and during the winter depends on the amount of snow. Finally, on your return to Ushuaia, you are going to be amazed by the incredible landscape of the Martial´s Mountain. Two options: In the morning starts at 8.30AM In the afternoon starts at 3PM
What's included
- ✓Boat Navigation
Not included
- ✕Gratuities
- ✕Pickup from hotels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Good to know
- •Wheelchair accessible
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- •All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Traveller reviews
★ 3.0 · 2 reviewsExperience an enchanting sailing excursion I highly recommend to anyone seeking the incredible adventure of discovering Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. Secure your unforgettable journey with Tratoli for an unparalleled voyage.
2019-12-14
We opted for the Beagle Channel boat excursion with a departure initially advertised for 15:00 through Tratoli. However, we learned upon arrival that the actual sailing time was misrepresented; the boat departs at 15:30, not at the initially slated time. Unfortunately, the digital ticket provided lacked essential details such as the exact meeting point. Consequently, I found myself reaching out to Ripio Turismo for clarification. Securing an internet connection to communicate was a challenge, requiring us to locate a café with Wi-Fi. The only direction provided was a vague mention of the "Touristic Pier" and instructions to visit the "Rumbo Sur Office" by 14:30. The Ushuaia pier area, bustling with booths and passersby, proved to be quite an overwhelming environment for a non-Spanish speaker like myself. Thankfully, the kindness of two locals who assisted us eventually led to the discovery that all boats in fact set sail at 15:30. Reflecting on this experience, my advice to future travelers would be to consider booking directly at any of the pier's booths, discovering options along Ushuaia's main street, or even inquiring at your hotel. In contrast to the booking mishaps, the boat ride itself was quite enjoyable.
2019-02-17