Beagle Navigation and Walking with Papua Penguins in Hammer Island
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
I lived a unique experience sailing the mythical Beagle Canal on an excursion that combines unforgettable landscapes and emblematic fauna of the region. During the tour we will visit Bird Island, home to numerous species of seabirds; the Isle of Wolves, where we will observe sea lions in their natural habitat; and the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse.
The highlight of the experience will be the landing on Martillo Island, where you will have the opportunity to take a guided walk among Papuan penguins in their natural environment. For approximately 30 minutes, you will be able to observe them very closely, know their behavior and enjoy a truly unique experience on this sub-Antarctic island.
This activity allows a direct and respectful connection with the fauna, becoming an incomparable way to live the nature of Tierra del Fuego.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Importantly, the colony we will see is Papua Penguins, which live all year round on Hammer Island. They are the third largest after the Emperor and the King. At the moment there are 68 registered pairs of penguins. While their presence is stable, it is important to note that the visit is in their natural habitat, so the amount we can see in each landing may vary as they are wild animals. Yes we will see them and we can enjoy a unique winter experience on this small subantarctic island
Validity of the tour: from July 1 to September 15.
This tour sails the Beagle Canal, and we also add the landing experience in the penguin. The whole tour is done by boat.
Check-out time will be at 13:00, check-in 30 minutes before, at 12:30. Estimating the duration in 7 hours.
The boat has buffet service on board (not included in the price of the service of this tour).
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Canal Beagle
We depart from the local port towards Isla Alicia, where we will observe a colony of one-haired sea lions. Then we head towards Isla de los Pájaros, where colonies of royal and imperial cormorants inhabit next to their nests, being able to sight their chicks from spring to autumn. Once again we head east to another small island where, depending on the time of year, there are fur seals. Very close is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an authentic symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we can see the island of rocky cormorants.
Faro Les Eclaireurs
Very close is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an authentic symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we can see the island of rocky cormorants.
What‘s Included
Visit to the colonies of sea lions and cormorants
professional Spanish and English speaking guides
Boating the Beagle Channel
Visit to the Island of the Birds
Disembarkation on Martillo Island : guided walk between Papuan penguins
Professional guides during the tour
Port Fee - Fee subject to change.
Pick up hotels
Does not include food or drink purchased from the buffet on board
Options
Walking with penguins
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Visit the Penguins on Hammer Island
Amelia M,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent day! This excursion leaves from Ushuaia port and returns about 6-7 hr later. The boat holds about 30 passengers. It was very clean and nice toilets on board. The wildlife viewing is good at the lighthouse. But the most exciting part is walking w the penguins. The crew and guide was excellent and it was fully bilingual Spanish and English.
Related Experiences
Operated by Azul Latina Travel