Ushuaia, Argentina

Journey to Sea Lions & Penguins

Close-Up Look at Marine Wildlife in the Scenic Beagle Channel Cruise the famous Beagle Channel on board a catamaran in search of lounging sea lions and a penguin colony. Depart the pier, board your vessel and set out into the channel toward its coastal islands. Stop beside Isla de los Pájaros (“Bird Island”), home to steamer ducks, cormorants and petrels. After time for photos, sail to Isla de Los Lobos (“Sea Wolves Island”), named after the sea lions that occupy it. Observe them up close, then continue to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse to see Argentina’s southernmost structure. At Martillo Island, observe Magellanic penguins from the deck. During your journey, you will be accompanied by a biologist who will share insight into marine fauna and life on the Beagle Channel. On your return to the pier, enjoy refreshments as you pass the northern coast of the Beagle Channel, where you will see Túnel Ranch and the region’s famous wind-shaped trees. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.