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Discover one of Tierra del Fuego’s most untouched and beautiful regions with this active full-day adventure. Visit the historic Harberton Ranch, take a zodiac boat to Martillo Island for penguin viewing, and hike across the wild and remote Isla Gable. Enjoy a delicious Patagonian lunch and experience nature in its purest form, guided by an expert bilingual guide.
PeritoMorenoGlacier.com, a site by RipioTurismo, celebrates South America as the vibrant garden of our world, rich in colorful landscapes, cultural heritage, gastronomy, and warm hospitality. With +20 years of expertise, we craft custom trips across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Our carefully selected hotels and local partners ensure the best service possible. We cater to FITs, groups, adventure seekers, and the 50+ age group with luxury tours.
The day begins with hotel pick-up in Ushuaia around 8:00–8:30 AM. You’ll travel east along Route 3 and Route J until reaching Estancia Harberton, one of the first European settlements in Tierra del Fuego. There, you’ll visit the Marine Mammal Museum and explore the ranch surroundings.
Next, you’ll board a zodiac boat to navigate toward Martillo Island. From the boat, you’ll observe a penguin colony in their natural nesting area. After enjoying this unique wildlife moment, the journey continues by zodiac to the wild and stunning Isla Gable.
Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a hearty Patagonian lunch, featuring fish papillote, local appetizers, dessert, and wine. After coffee, the adventure continues with a guided hike across Isla Gable, passing ancient Yámana relics and the remains of early settlers, surrounded by dramatic landscapes and total tranquility.
After approximately two hours of hiking, you’ll return by zodiac to Harberton and board the bus for the scenic ride back to Ushuaia, arriving around 6:30 PM.
Type: | Adventure, Traditional |
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Duration: | Full Day |
Cancellation Policy: | 72 hs before your tour |
Availability: | From October 1st to March 31st |
Starting Time: | 8:00 AM |
Finishing Time: | 6:30 PM |
Pick Up: | From Your Hotel |
Drop Off: | At Your Hotel |
Language: | English and Spanish |
Minimum Booking: | 1 |
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.
This tour is not available on December 25th or January 1st
The minimum age for this tour is 4 years old.
Yes. A full Patagonian lunch with drinks is included.
The activity involves a moderate difficulty level, with two hiking route options on Gable Island:
Option 1: Moderate intensity – 4.5 km (2.8 miles), 2.5 hours, with a 90 m (295 ft) accumulated elevation gain.
Option 2: Low to moderate intensity – 2.5 km (1.5 miles), 2.15 hours, with a 37 m (120 ft) accumulated elevation gain.
Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and spending time outdoors.
It’s recommended to wear appropriate trekking footwear, a waterproof jacket, and warm clothing to stay comfortable and protected throughout the excursion.
You will have the opportunity to see penguins in their natural habitat on Martillo Island, but walking among the penguins is not included in the tour.
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