Explore Beagle Channel and Sea Lions Island on a Catamaran Cruise

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Duration:4 hours (approx.)
Location: Ushuaia, Patagonia

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In 1833, Charles Darwin set sail along the Beagle Channel. You can follow his course on a 2.5-hour catamaran cruise from Ushuaia. You'll capture sights of Ushuaia’s former prison, check out the End of the World Museum, and admire views of Five Brothers and Olivia mountains, among other sights. After reaching Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and eyeing shipwreck ruins, come upon throngs of sea lions at Isla de Lobos and the winged residents of Isla de Pájaros. Enjoy guided commentary and round-trip hotel transport.

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After hotel pickup, board a catamaran at Don Eduardo Arturo Brisighelli pier to begin your journey through the narrow strait dotted with the Tierra del Fuego islands. Take a 2.5-hour cruise to admire rocky isles, glaciers, city landmarks and wildlife on the Beagle Channel, named in honor of Charles Darwin’s ship Beagle that traversed the gunmetal-gray waters in the 1830s.
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As the boat heads east and hugs the coastline, enjoy views of Maritime Museum, housed in former prison buildings, and the End of the World Museum that specializes in the area’s natural and aboriginal history. Learn from guided commentary on board about the infamous old prison, now displaying a replica of Darwin’s ship, and Ushuaia’s origins as a penal colony. Pass by the serrated snow-covered peaks of the Olivia and Cinco Hermanos (Five Brothers) mountains looming behind the city’s industrial area. Amid panoramas of water, sea and mountain, sail past the Tunnel and Fique Ranch, and the Encajonado River. The boat approaches the tiny promontory of Les Eclaireurs lighthouse, a candy-striped beacon surrounded by colonies of rock shags. Perhaps under a sky brooding with clouds, learn about the SS Monte Cervantes that met its fateful end here in 1930, parts of which poke through the water’s surface.
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Heading to the center of the Beagle Channel, we will encounter the Les Éclaireurs lighthouse. Built in 1920, this iconic red-and-white striped beacon serves as a symbol of Ushuaia. On one of the islands, remnants of the 1930 shipwreck, Monte Cervantes, are still visible, adding a layer of history to the scenic beauty of the area.
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On the way back west, your catamaran quietly approaches 'Isla de Lobos,' home to hundreds of sea lions, fur seals, and king cormorants that resemble small penguins. Delight in close-up views of the mammals as they grunt, bark, and maybe even jostle one another to claim territory.
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Continue towards Bird Island, where you can marvel at the diverse bird species. Observe the seagulls, the majesty of the king cormorants, the beauty of petrels, steamer ducks, and giant albatrosses, encountering up to 20 fascinating bird species along the way.
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Admire views of Martial Glacier as you sail through Paso Chico (Small Passage) to return to the pier in Ushuaia. From here, enjoy transport back to your hotel.

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Posted By : Departure47279309560
Magnificent trip to do with the family... we hired through Penguin Expeditions... it is a beautiful 3 hours... we were lucky enough to spot whales... we would definitely do it again... one of the best of Ushuaia
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Posted On : 2024-06-12 06:22:06

Posted By : M6046HMviniciusr
Indescribable. The place is beautiful, the guides are nice, I consider this tour unmissable. Outside the boat you can enjoy the view better, but inside it is hotter. I recommend the outside lol
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Posted On : 2024-06-07 15:16:17

Posted By : N6448YFjand
There's not much special about it. A lot of People on the boat. We were lucky: very nice weather and so, we had many nice views
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Posted On : 2024-04-13 09:10:27

Posted By : Camila M
I loved the tour so much that I went twice! It's the kind of trip we don't do every day. There's cold, snow, penguins, sea lions... and the special touch that the catamaran has with drinks and food, making the experience even more welcoming. I loved!
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Posted On : 2024-04-11 06:36:58

Posted By : Camila M
Speechless! It was so beautiful that we went twice! The view is stunning and seeing all those animals up close is like no other. I love the cold and animals, so for me it was very exciting. I will come back as many times as I can.
Furthermore, inside the catamaran there are drinks and food, which makes the trip even more welcoming.
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Posted On : 2024-04-11 06:18:00

Posted By : julietten574
The trip is worth it, although there are too many people on the boat and the bathrooms are dirty, there comes a time when there is nowhere to sit because people leave their backpacks, which makes it uncomfortable.
Hotel pickup is super convenient and the views it offers are very beautiful
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Posted On : 2024-04-02 16:25:34

Posted By : Jet13027629546
We had very nice days
We did the train to the end of the world and the navigation to the lighthouse
The excellent albatros hotel
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Posted On : 2024-01-09 14:05:57

Posted By : Michael_P
This deceptive tour company resells "Navigation through the Beagle Channel to the Lighthouse" tour from Tolkeyen Patagonia. Buy the same tour for much less from Tolkeyen.
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Posted On : 2024-01-08 12:28:55

Posted By : JanineE258
Very poorly organized and the price was far too high. You pay 28 francs for the same tour.

Far too little information.
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Posted On : 2023-12-05 18:45:56

Posted By : cristina160804
The trip was well organised. and the boat was comfortable. The lighthouse, the sea lions, the birds and the penguins! Unique experience
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Posted On : 2023-12-02 13:01:10