Tierra del Fuego Shore Excursion
Tour Details
After picking you up at the port of Ushuaia upon arrival of your cruise ship, we'll board the vehicle that will take us along National Route 3 for about 20 minutes. The first destination will be the End of the World Train station, the southernmost railroad on the planet. Let the adventure begin!
There, we'll leave you free time to embark on a 1-hour trip along 4.3 mi (7 km). From the window we'll see how the Fuegian forests, the landscapes of the Pipo River and the slopes of Mount Susana open up. We'll also learn about the Yámanas, the original people who inhabited this inhospitable land.
At the end of the train ride, we'll return to the vehicle and head for the Tierra del Fuego National Park, but not before making a brief stop at the Macarena waterfalls.
Once inside the park, we'll cross the sub-Antarctic areas covered by forests of more than 63,000 hectares (155,676 acres). We'll smell the aroma of the ñires and lengas, and discover the characteristic silver moss of the region that the locals call Barba de Indio (Indian Beard). Plus, we'll see the picturesque Farolitos Chinos, orange-colored mushrooms that look like something out of a fantasy.
Our first stop in Tierra del Fuego will be at Lapataia Bay, where we'll find the iconic End of the World sign. We'll take an iconic photo and set out to walk along trails that surround the Patagonian fjords. We'll learn that this is the end of the Panamerican Highway, which begins in Alaska and travels more than 10,563 mi (17,000 km) to reach this point.
Then, we'll continue on to Laguna Verde and observe the Cóndor hill, which marks the natural border with Chile. A little further on, Lake Roca, or Lake Acigami in the Yámana language, awaits us. We'll tell you about its glacial origin while we relax and contemplate the scenery.
The last stop will be at Ensenada Zaratiegui Bay, where we'll see the famous End of the World Post Office from the outside. From the shore, we'll be able to admire Redonda Island and, if we're lucky, we may see sea lions in the distance.
Finally, we'll return to the port of Ushuaia, where we'll say goodbye after a 5-hour excursion.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Included
Cruise port pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Bottled water
Not included
Admission to Tierra del Fuego National Park: 30,000 ARS (US$ 25.39) per person
End of the World Train ticket: 69,000 ARS (US$ 58.40) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - What happens if my cruise ship arrives late?
A - If the cruise arrives late, we will start the tour half an hour after the first passenger disembarks the ship.
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Q - What happens if my cruise ship cancels the stop in Ushuaia?
A - In these cases, which are considered force majeure, a complete refund will be issued regardless of the fact that there are only a few hours left for the service.
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Q - What happens if there's bad weather?
A - The tour runs rain or shine and will not be canceled due to bad weather.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Yellow Penguin Corporate name: DIEGO FRIEDMANN JOFFE Registered Office: Siracusa 2235, Montevideo, Uruguay Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): CUIT 20-96313709-6 Contact information Email: diego@southexperiences.com Phone: +5493516833119
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
