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Beagle Channel Navigation: Sea Lions Island + Martillo Island Penguin Rookery

Navigation through the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia with sea lion colonies, seabirds and penguins at Isla Martillo.

Why choose this excursion?

  • Penguin colony at Isla Martillo
  • Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse views
  • Wildlife spotting in Beagle Channel
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Overview

This navigation departs from the port of Ushuaia and sails across Ushuaia Bay with panoramic views of the city, the former prison building, and surrounding mountains such as Mount Olivia and Cinco Hermanos.

The journey continues through the Beagle Channel toward the Bridges Archipelago, where colonies of Imperial cormorants and South American sea lions can be observed, along with several seabird species.

The boat then sails east to see the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and the remains of the Monte Cervantes shipwreck, before continuing past small settlements such as Estancia Remolino, Puerto Almanza and Puerto Williams.

Finally, the navigation reaches Martillo Island, home to a colony of Magellanic penguins and a smaller group of Gentoo penguins, which can be observed from the vessel before returning to Ushuaia.

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itinerary

The navigation begins at the port of Ushuaia. The vessel sails south across Ushuaia Bay, where passengers can enjoy panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains such as Mount Olivia and Cinco Hermanos. Along the way it is possible to see historic landmarks including the former prison building, today home to the Maritime Museum and the End of the World Museum.

After leaving the bay, the boat continues through the Beagle Channel toward the Bridges Archipelago. This area is known for its wildlife, including colonies of Imperial cormorants and South American sea lions. Various seabirds may also be seen during the navigation.

The journey then continues east toward Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Here passengers can observe the famous lighthouse and the remains of the Monte Cervantes shipwreck from 1930.

The route continues along scenic landscapes of mountains and valleys while passing small settlements on both sides of the channel, including Estancia Remolino, Puerto Almanza and Puerto Williams on Navarino Island.

Finally, the boat reaches Martillo Island, where an important colony of Magellanic penguins and a smaller group of Gentoo penguins can be observed from the vessel. After wildlife observation, the navigation returns to the port of Ushuaia.

Type: Animal Watching, Navigation, Penguins, Traditional
Duration: AM or PM
Cancellation Policy: 72 hs before your tour
Availability: Daily departures Nov 1 – Mar 31
Starting Time: 9:00 AM / 3:00 PM
Finishing Time: 3:00 PM / 9:00 PM
Pick Up: From Pier
Drop Off: To Pier
Language: English, Spanish
Minimum Booking: 1

What is Included

  • Bilingual guide Spanish/English
  • Boarding taxes
  • Transfers between port and accommodation
  • Meals
  • Landings during the navigation (wildlife observation from the vessel)

Optionals

There's no optionals available for this excursions. Let us know if you need anything on your booking.

Cancellation Policy

If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.

In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:

a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.

Faq

The tour operates every day during October to first days of April, except for December 25th and January 1st.

No. There are no landings during the navigation. Wildlife observation is done from the boat.

You may see sea lions, Imperial cormorants, South American terns, petrels, Black-browed albatrosses, upland geese, and penguins.

The navigation departs from the port of Ushuaia, located in the city center.

Magellanic penguins and a smaller colony of Gentoo penguins can be seen at Martillo Island.

It is recommended to wear comfortable, warm clothing, waterproof gear, and sturdy footwear. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, a hat, and a camera to capture the beautiful wildlife and landscapes!

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