Full description
Travel along Route 3 from Ushuaia to explore mountains, glacial valleys and lenga forests. Enjoy views of Lakes Escondido and Fagnano from Garibaldi Pass, see winter centers and beaver-shaped landscapes. Includes a lunch break.
This tour begins in the morning from the city of Ushuaia, following National Route 3 northeast toward the mountains. Along the way, the imposing peaks of Mount Olivia and the Five Brothers stand out, marking the beginning of a landscape of contrasts and natural beauty.
The tour continues through the Carbajal Valley, a vast area characterized by its glacial relief. There, you can see cirque glaciers, hanging valleys, and vast peat bogs, many of which are still being exploited, providing an insight into how this environment has been shaped by both nature and human activity.
Further on, the trail borders areas where peaty environments predominate and where small high-altitude glaciers follow one another. It also crosses the area where the region's winter resorts are located, including the renowned Cerro Castor, the southernmost ski resort in the world. In the surrounding area, it is not uncommon to see the impact of beaver activity, which has significantly transformed some sections of the forest with their dams and burrows. The tour also offers the opportunity to see waterfalls and mountain landscapes covered in lenga and ñire forests.
From the place known as Rancho Hambre, the ascent begins toward the Garibaldi Pass, a winding road that crosses dense Andean vegetation. Upon reaching the pass's viewpoint, we stop to admire the impressive panorama of Lakes Escondido and Fagnano, surrounded by the majesty of the Fuegian mountain range.
After enjoying this scenic spot, we begin the descent toward the winter resort area, where we take a break with free time for lunch (lunch not included), in a natural setting ideal for relaxation.
After lunch, we begin the return trip to Ushuaia, completing an excursion that allows us to discover some of the most representative and breathtaking landscapes of the Tierra del Fuego interior.
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Additional information
● Please provide full details of your accommodation at the time of booking. It is very important in this case to note that it is the passenger's obligation and sole responsibility to contact the local contact number one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Be at the pick-up point 15 minutes before the tour starts
● The weather in Tierra del Fuego can change very quickly during a single day: it's essential to dress in layers, wear thermal, windproof, or waterproof clothing, and wear appropriate footwear, preferably closed and waterproof. In winter, don't forget a hat, scarf, and gloves
● During the winter in Argentina (from July to September) the visit to Lake Fagnano is replaced by a Winter Center
● This tour has a minimum of two people to operate
Inclusions
✔ Pick up and drop off at the hotel
✔ Professional guide in English and Spanish
Exclusions
✖ Entrance fees to museums or parks, taxes, food and beverages except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service.
Cancellation with less time or no show, no refund will be made.
Meeting Point
Centric Hotels in Ushuaia