Beagle Channel Navigation: Explore Sea Lions Island, Birds' Island, and 'Les Eclaireurs' Lighthouse
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Ushuaia
Embark on a Beagle Channel navigation to explore Sea Lions Island, Birds' Island, and 'Les Eclaireurs' Lighthouse. Learn about the flora, fauna, and history of Bridges Island. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Muelle Turistico - The rate of tourist dock is not included.
This navigation starts at the local port, leaving the Ushuaia Bay.
You will go on a catamaran through the Beagle Channel, visiting on route “Alicia´s Island”, where we will find a colony of sea lions.
- Isla de Los Pajaros - Inhabited by royal and imperial cormorants
- Canal Beagle - From the island “De los Pájaros”, we sail to the island “De los Lobos”, where we can find specimens of sea lions of one and two hairs.
- Faro Les Eclaireurs - Finally, we will arrive at the “Les Eclaireurs” lighthouse , which was built in 1929.
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Isla Bridges - On our way back, we disembark in one of the “Bridges Islands” to take a walk along a path where the flora and birds are interpreted, and the story of Yamana (or Yaghan) people is also told. It is important to note that we can find the largest “concheros” of Yamana in this area of
the island.
On the way, you will see especially skuas, black-browed albatrosses, steam ducks, cauquenes birds and seagulls.
- Muelle Turistico - Upon our return to Ushuaia, we will be surprised by the incredible landscapes of the Martial Mountain.
What's Included
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Tourist pier rate is not included
- *Transfer to the tourist dock (According to the chosen option)
Additional Information
Your tour will take you to the Island of the Sea Lions, the Island of the Birds, and the ‘Les Eclaireurs’ Lighthouse. Part of the journey will include a stop at Bridges Island, where you’ll learn about the local flora, fauna and history.
TWO DEPARTURES PER DAY
In the Summer months (from October to April), tours depart at 09:30am and 04:00pm.
For the Winter period (from May to September), the tours leave at 10:00am and 03:00pm.
EXPECTED DURATION: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Children aged 4 and under: FREE.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 4 years old: FREE
Location
Muelle Turistico
According to the chosen option, we offer pick up by your hotel.
If you do not choose the option with pick-up, you must show up 30 minutes before the departure time at Canoero's office, at the tourist dock.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(33 Ratings)
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Carlosmm9073zh
May 15, 2024
Excellent service - It fulfills its promise 10/10, it is an excellent experience to do as a family or as a couple, the tour is super beautiful
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Serena_s
Mar 14, 2024
Quality Tour of Beagle Channel - Quality tour that meant we saw everything promised. We also got to walk on Bridges Island. The sea lions were amazing!!!
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Peter
Apr 2, 2020
Glacier Alley - We left Ushuaia then rounded the lighthouse and entered the Beagle Channel. Here the sea was quite 'lumpy' but soon smoothed out in time for us to see all the glaciers. Fortunately our stateroom was on the starboard side of the ship so we had an excellent view from our balcony. As we passed each of the five glaciers we had a commentary on our TV from the cruise Entertainments Director which made it all the more spectacular.
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Ruth
Feb 10, 2020
a fun excursion - When your cruise ship pulls up at the pier in Ushuaia, you’ll find tons of catamarans docked and waiting to take passengers on a scenic boat ride. Our ride took us to see several small islands, one with sea lions basking in the sun and one with tons of cormorants. You get quite close to the wildlife. We also stopped at an exhibit showing what the primitive inhabitants of the area looked like. You can also climb a small rise for a view of the surrounding area.
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Mrsgringa
Jan 17, 2020
Scenic (and Windy) Tour of Beagle Channel - This was a nice and scenic introduction to the Beagle Channel. We took the morning departure, offered by All Patagonia. Be aware you have to check in at a little building on the waterfront near the pier, as stated in the reservation information you receive. Next you have to enter another building and pay a fee to access the pier. Then you walk down the pier to the boat itself. So be sure to allow plenty of time. Many people arrive early to get indoor seating next to the windows, but in any case you can get good pictures by going outdoors on the deck or through the extra-large windows as people get up from their seats. The tour itself was as advertised. We passed by little islands with cormorants, sea lions and the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Then we stopped on Bridges Island and walked around for a few minutes. The tour guide did a bilingual commentary in Spanish and English. A professional photographer was on board and offered souvenir pictures of each group, plus additional photos of the tour highlights and the whole area. My only regret was not being prepared for the high winds outside. My favorite hat blew away while I was trying to take a picture.
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Lisa_b
Jan 14, 2024
Lovely experience but thought it was a bit overpriced - Had a lovely time and felt like we saw the main sights in Ushuaia - definitely the thing to do. We saw some sea lions but not too many and the lighthouse of course. We it was a little overpriced for what it was. We got a tour in Punta Arenas to Magdalen’s Island for the penguins and ended up seeing way more sea lions on this one!
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Gaby79wanderlust
Oct 31, 2023
One of the best walks in Usuhaia... - We had an unbeatable day to sail, we chose Tolkeyen, and we sailed on the Explorer, it is the largest in the port, beautiful views, very good guide and beautiful photos.
This walk is a yes or yes in Usuhaia.
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Gerald_l
Feb 18, 2020
Great experience - Nice viewing. Liked that we were able to get off and walk around the paths on the island. Saw much wildlife.
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Bruce_w
Nov 27, 2023
Underwhelming. - Smooth ride. Pleasantly surprised by trekking at the end of the day. I think the variety of wildlife was somewhat limited (sea lions and cormorants). I, personally, would have preferred to see a tour that took in the penguinos.
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Aaabbvbbuyfh
Jan 17, 2023
Wait to Buy at the Dock - The allotted time for this tour was good- not too short and not too long. However, the price was above the market price that can easily be obtained at the dock.
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