Excursion Penguin rookery navigation tour at Ushuaia

Explore the abundant bird species, marine life, islands and channels along the south coast of Tierra del Fuego during this panoramic, half-day catamaran excursion.

Ushuaia, Bird Island, Beagle Channel, Diverse Marine Life and Bird Species

Depart the pier aboard a catamaran for the scenic, approximately 30-minute ride to Bird Island, from where you can capture the beauty of the island and abundant bird species that inhabit it. Leaving Bird Island, navigate the Beagle Channel and look for the diverse marine life and seabirds, including skuas, black-capped albatrosses, cauquenes and seagulls.

Sea Lions Island, Sea Lions, Pajaros Island

Next, continue sailing southwest to Sea Lions Island. Here, from the catamaran, marvel at the sight of sea lions interacting with each other and their wonderfully-scenic environment. Following your visit and wonderful photo opportunities, head towards Pajaros Island, habitat of Magellanic and Imperial cormorants, and a wealth of marine fauna.

Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Martillo Island, Magellanic Penguin Colony

Leaving Pajaros Island, sail on towards the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, located in the archipelago of the same name, where the Monte Cervantes vessel shipwrecked in 1930. Following a photo stop at the Lighthouse, head to Martillo Island. From the boat, observe a Magellanic penguin colony. Here, the penguins nest during the summer and approach the ship with great curiosity, swimming under it and emerging back out the other side. During your cruise, this captivating penguin-fest invites countless photo opportunities. At the conclusion of your tour, enjoy  1.5 hour catamaran ride back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Ushuaia, Bird Island, Beagle Channel, Marine Life, Bird Species, Sea Lions Island, Pajaros Island, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Magellanic Penguin Colony

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of activity and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 547 yards (about 500 metres), with ten steps to negotiate to access the upper-level of the catamaran, and walking up-and-down a gangway to access the vessel. Wildlife-viewing is performed from the catamaran; guests do not disembark during the navigation for wildlife-viewing. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking and boat shoes, and bring sun protection a camera, and weatherproof jacket from the ship. . Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. This experience takes place in a Natural Reserve environment. Guests are requested to respect local flora and fauna according to the local laws and regulations. Operation of this tour is subject to tidal and/or weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.