Summer ToursYacht Tour: Lighthouse & Sea Lion Island

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An exclusive yacht experience with unique views and a different perspective of the islands and the lighthouse.

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Summer : October to March

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A yacht navigation allows us to explore the Beagle Channel in a more intimate and exclusive way. Thanks to the size of the vessel, we can get closer to observe the region's fauna, such as sea lions and cormorants. The journey culminates with a landing to walk on one of the Bridges Islands, a privilege that connects us with the history of the Yámanas, the original inhabitants of this region.

We depart from the local port on our yacht, heading for Alicia Island, where we observe a colony of one-furred sea lions. The journey continues toward Bird Island, the habitat of royal and imperial cormorants. In their nests, it's possible to spot their chicks from spring to autumn. Thanks to the smaller capacity of our vessel, we achieve a closer and more personalized experience.

Later, the yacht heads east to a small island that, during certain times of the year, may have the presence of two-furred sea lions. Very close by is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an authentic symbol of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From this point, we will spot the island of rock cormorants.

On the return, we land on Bridges Island to walk an interpretive trail of the local flora and bird life. We will reach the highest panoramic point, from where you can observe the magnificence of the Beagle Channel with the city of Ushuaia in the distance. This island contains the largest anthropogenic Yámana shell middens in the region, a perfect place to learn more about the history of the original inhabitants of this area.

  • 09:00 am: Presentation at the tourist pier.
  • 09:30 am: Departure - Navigation.
  • 10:30 am: Sea Lion and Cormorant Islands.
  • 12:00 pm: Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse.
  • 01:00 pm: Interpretive walk (subject to weather - 15 min).
  • 01:30 pm: Arrival at the tourist pier.

*All descriptions and itineraries are illustrative: the start time, activity times, the order of activities, and the attractions visited may vary depending on the time of year, the guide's assessment, and the group's characteristics.

Walk: Very easy, 15 minutes.

Sweet crackers, hot beverages: tea, coffee, milk, and mate. A small glass of homemade coffee liqueur for a final toast.

An English/Spanish speaking guide during the navigation.

Transfer to the pier. Boarding fee. Penguin watching.

The climate in Tierra del Fuego is famously unpredictable; it is possible to experience sun, rain, and wind all in a single day. The rains are rarely torrential. In summer, average temperatures are around 10°C (with variations between 5°C and 15°C), while in winter they are usually close to 0°C. The key to enjoying your trip is to be well-prepared.

Recommended Clothing:

  • Thermal undergarments (shirt and leggings for those who are particularly sensitive to the cold).
  • A fleece or microfleece jacket/sweatshirt.
  • A rain/windproof jacket. Ideal: Gore-tex or softshell.
  • A warm hat and neck warmer (buff); gloves.

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