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Navigate through the Beagle Channel: Seal, Bird & Penguin Islands

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Overview

Available languages

English
Spanish

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

The cruise departs from Ushuaia’s Tourist Pier, offering panoramic views of the coast, including landmarks like the Maritime Museum and Mount Olivia. Sailing southwest, we approach Los Lobos Island to observe sea lions, then continue to Los Pájaros Island, home to Magellanic and Imperial cormorants. We sail on to the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and see remains of the Monte Cervantes shipwreck. Crossing the Beagle Channel, we view Gable Island and Puerto Williams before reaching Martillo Island, where we observe curious Magellanic penguins swimming and nesting. After this unforgettable encounter, we return to Ushuaia, passing Estancias Túnel and Fique.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This tour is accessible for people with reduced mobility, as the points visited have access ramps and wheelchair storage. We also have adapted restrooms, and we have trained staff to provide advice and assistance to people with reduced mobility.

All descriptions and itineraries are illustrative only: activity times, order of activities, and attractions visited may vary depending on the captain's assessment and weather conditions.

The descent to Karelo Island is subject to weather conditions and the captain's assessment.

The type of boat will be subject to the company's internal procedures.

We recommend bringing a coat, hat, gloves, and a waterproof jacket. In summer, we recommend bringing sunglasses and sunscreen.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

Canal Beagle

We begin the cruise departing from the city's Tourist Pier, heading for the center of the Beagle Channel. As we sail away, we enjoy the panoramic view of the Ushuaia coast, seeing the most important buildings, the Maritime Museum (former prison), the End of the World Museum, the industrial area, and Mount Olivia and Mount Cinco Hermanos.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
2

We sail southwest, approaching Los Lobos Island, where, from the boat, we can enjoy the sight of sea lions, observing their permanent habitat in a wonderful setting.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Bilingual guide in Spanish and English

Port fee

Catamaran with heating and bathrooms

Food, beverages and other services not especified

Transfer from the hotel to the pier and vice versa

Options

Navigate through the Beagle Channel: Seal, Bird & Penguin Islands

Reviews

4.09

81 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Cruise ship passengers beware

    Marion R,,Jan 20, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    When we arrived at the gray line office, we were told we should not take the tour as it would not get us back to the ship on time. Very disappointed, we took instead a shorter tour of the bagel channel and did not see any penguins. This was a much cheaper excursion and we are entitled to a refund.

  • Average

    kevin v,,Jan 16, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    3.00

    I encountered a very rude staff member at the reception of Tolkeyen. She had a lot of attitude when I tried to show my email booking confirmation and refused to look at it or accept my booking reference number. Instead, she insisted on an “actual voucher,” which is not provided when booking through TripAdvisor. Only after comments from other staff members did she finally check the system and find my name. Very poor effort and unprofessional behavior from the worker. The rest of the trip was fairly average. There were far too many people crowding and jostling for position when trying to take photos, which took away from the experience. Overall, it felt overpriced, and there are probably better options available.

  • Awesome tour

    NitinSingh,,Dec 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Great experience, boat starts from a very convenient location opposite hotel albatross. On Tim departure, great staff and good drinks on the boat. They get within 3 meters of the penguins

  • Beautiful tower

    Davide F,,Nov 27, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Beautiful experience with incredible views of penguins, lighthouse, cormorants and sea lions!

  • The boat circled POI well...

    jananddianne,,Jul 20, 2024

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    The boat circled POI well and theOA kept us up to date, not always clear out on deck. The photographers were discreet but handy.

  • Superb Way to Spend a Day in Ushuaia - AMAZING Trip!!!!

    RDPost,,Apr 7, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Superb. Easy, well-staffed and organized tour of the Beagle Channel. Sea lions. More birds than you can count. Views that make every single person NOT on the trip jealous. This is another MUST DO from Ushuaia. Well organized. Check-in, get a badge/lanyard, board a boat, ENJOY. That simple. Boat is large, stable, and well-equipped. Views are great from windows ALL around and the decks. Coffee, water, snacks, etc are all available at extra cost (a little pricey, but acceptable). Bathrooms onboard are available and clean. Crew and guides are super knowledgeable of history, geography, animals, etc... and happy to answer questions. This is a SUPERB way to spend 3/4 of a day in Ushuaia and includes a decent chance at seeing a penguin, whale, or flare bird species... and an ABSOLUTELY sure chance of seeing AMAZING panoramic views of Patagonia. Don't hesitate... BOOK this NOW.

  • Organization chaos, ride itself very nice

    thomasrW5775SS,,Mar 21, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    2.00

    Unfortunately, the tour offered was not carried out in this way, but this was not announced to us. The company given as the meeting point, Rumbo sur, stated that they were not responsible and could not help, that we would have to book again and see how we could get our money back. A very nice lady from the uninvolved company Terramar spoke to the agency on the phone and then referred us to the company Tolkeyen, which offers a shorter trip for the agency. We didn't have to pay extra for it, but we were still given the significantly higher amount paid in advance not refunded. Conclusion: do not book online but directly on site.

  • A Promise Fulfilled

    Steve N,,Feb 17, 2024

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    The boat was well equipped and comfortable with indoor and outdoor seating/viewing and terrific snack option’s available. Beautiful scenery and seeing the lighthouse, seals and MANY penguins were a highlight. The tour delivered on its purpose!

  • Awful rip off by Viator

    Roksana M,,Dec 29, 2023

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    The tour was cancelled with no prior notice. Even though the tour operator authorised a refund to Viator, they are refusing to give us our money back. Awful rip off.

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  • Not worth it

    aldydepaseo,,Nov 12, 2023

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    3.00

    Not worth it! The truth is that it is a very long excursion to get to see 3 penguins, they informed us when we are arriving that it is not the season, it seems like a scam that they sell you the excursion! When you return you have 2 hours of just browsing.

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4.09
(81 reviews)
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