Slide out of Ushuaia’s harbour and into the Beagle Channel for a 2.5-hour wildlife cruise. Visit sea lion colonies, bird islands and Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, then land on Bridges Island for a short guided walk and cultural interpretation.
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A low, briny wind cuts across Ushuaia’s harbour as the catamaran eases away from the pier. The city’s red roofs shrink against the Martial Range while the Beagle Channel opens like a cool, moving floor — islands punctuating the horizon, seabirds wheeling and the occasional head of a sea lion bobbing near a rocky ledge.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short flat walk on shore with potentially uneven, rocky surfaces
Wildlife
History
The Beagle Channel was used by Yámana coastal groups for millennia; European navigation increased in the 19th–20th centuries when lighthouses and fisheries developed.
Conservation
The region is managed to limit disturbance to breeding colonies and cultural sites — follow guide instructions and avoid approaching wildlife or archaeological middens.
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Dress in windproof layers
Temperatures drop quickly on open water — a windbreaker and insulating mid-layer keep you comfortable during the cruise.
Bring binoculars
Wildlife sightings are best from deck or shore; 8–10x binoculars improve views of distant sea lion colonies and seabirds.
Take seasickness precautions
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication before boarding or choose a morning departure when seas are usually calmer.
Waterproof your gear
Spray and light rain are common; a waterproof daypack or dry bag protects cameras and layers during landings.
Windproof shell
Blocks the channel’s persistent chill and wind while on deck.
Waterproof daypack or dry bag
Protects electronics and extra layers during wet landings and spray.
Binoculars (8–10x)
Enhances spotting of sea lions, cormorants and albatross from the boat.
Sturdy, waterproof shoes
Needed for the short walk on Bridges Island over damp, uneven ground.