Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, is located in Argentina's Tierra del Fuego, on the shores of the Beagle Channel with the spectacular snow-peaked Martial Mountains spanning the horizon. This small port city was a prison colony until the mid 20th century and today is the capital of Tierra del Fuego. On this 3 day starter package you enjoy a fantastic adventure in the national park, the best way to visit this region before setting off to other areas of Patagonia or on a cruise to Antarctica.
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Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Try the local cuisine, including king crab or Fuegan lamb.
- Spend a day at the 'end of the world', discovering the hidden secrets of Tierra del Fuego National Park.
- Paddle a canoe to the Beagle Channel along Lapataia Bay
Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary
- Combine this trip with a cruise to Antarctica.
- Ventue north and visit the wonders of Patagonia including Peninsula Valdes, the Perito Moreno Glacier and the Torres del Paine National Park.
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Day 1 - Ushuaia: Arrive in Ushuaia
Arrive in Ushuaia
On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Ushuaia, the world's most southern city, is located in Argentina's Tierra del Fuego, on the shores of the Beagle Channel with the spectacular snow-peaked Martial Mountains spanning the horizon. It's a great place to visit before setting off to other areas of Patagonia or starting a cruise to Antarctica.
Day 2 - Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego National Park Hike and Canoe Tour
Tierra del Fuego National Park Hike and Canoe Tour
We depart from your Ushuaia hotel by minibus and head to Tierra del Fuego National Park with your guide and small group. Upon arrival, stop at Bahia Ensenada (Ensenada Bay) to enjoy beautiful views of the Beagle Channel before undertaking your hike up the easy coastal path.
Your guide will choose the route—either the Pampa Alta or Senda Costera—depending on conditions and interests of the group. Pampa Alta, a 3-mile (5-km) trail that lasts approximately two hours, offers gorgeous vistas as well as bird watching. Senda Costera (Coastal Path) is a popular 4-mile (8-km) trail that takes you along the coast for about three hours. As you follow your guide, you'll learn about the geography of the area as well as the nature and wildlife found in Tierra del Fuego National Park. Note the diverse flora and fauna, such as Antarctic beech, and perhaps find traces of ancient Yámanas settlements.
When you reach your destination at Lago Roca (Roca Lake), enjoy a complimentary lunch in the forest setting. Dine on chicken breast en papillote (baked in foil) with tomato and cheese, accompanied by mineral water, wine and soft drinks.
After lunch, your guide will prepare your small group for the 1.5-hour canoe ride down the Lapataia River, which brings you to Lapataia Bay and the Beagle Channel. The remote bay, nestled amid snow-capped mountains, is a great place for spotting waterfowl such as ducks, geese and plovers that inhabit this region at the ‘end of the world'!
Your tour culminates here at the Panamerican Highway, where you'll hop aboard your minibus for the return trip to Ushuaia with drop-off at your hotel.
Please note, this tour doesn't operate on Saturdays.
Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 3 - Ushuaia: Depart Ushuaia
Depart Ushuaia
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport.
Breakfast included.
Departs daily
| Season | Type | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 | NZD$938pp | ||
| Comfort | NZD$938pp | Contact us | |
| Superior | NZD$1012pp | Contact us | |
| Deluxe | NZD$1414pp | Contact us | |
| 01 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 | NZD$1042pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Comfort
Ushuaia, Argentina - Hosteria Patagonia Jarke
Superior
Ushuaia, Argentina - Cilene del Faro Suites & Spa
Deluxe
Ushuaia, Argentina - Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Whats included?
- Accommodation in single or twin rooms with private facilities
- English-speaking guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meals as specified
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Airport entrance/departure taxes/hotel taxes
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Hotel rates are based on twin share in lead in rooms. Other room types and hotels are available. Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events. Single supplement will be applied if travelling alone or if you wish to have a room to yourself.
Please note, we can also organise transfers from/to the port instead of the airport.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
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