Ride the famous End of the World Train and explore Tierra del Fuego National Park in a single half-day tour from Ushuaia. Expect forest tracks, coastal boardwalks, Lake Acigami, and the iconic Lapataia Bay—the symbolic end of the Pan-American Highway.
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The train’s whistle cuts across cold air as spruce and lenga forests close around you, the rails threading toward a bay where the map’s line finally stops. On this half-day loop from Ushuaia you ride the historic 'End of the World' train, then step into Tierra del Fuego National Park where wind and water shape the coastline and mountains loom low and sharp.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–4.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short, easy walks on uneven surfaces and some low steps
Wildlife
History
The railway follows a route tied to Ushuaia’s early 20th-century penal colony; it was rebuilt as a heritage tourist line to recall that industrial and social past. The Yámana people have long histories of canoe travel in these channels.
Conservation
Tierra del Fuego is a protected national park—stick to trails, avoid disturbing wildlife, and pack out any waste to minimize visitor impact.
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Layer for coastal winds
Temperatures swing quickly near the coast—bring a windproof shell and mid-layer to stay comfortable during exposed stops.
Wear waterproof footwear
Trails include muddy boardwalks and gravel; breathable waterproof shoes keep you dry on lakeside paths.
Protect camera gear
Salt spray and sudden rain are common—use a rain cover or ziplock for electronics and a lens cloth for sea spray.
Watch trail markers
Stay on designated trails and boardwalks to protect fragile peatland and avoid boggy terrain off-path.
Windproof shell
Blocks strong coastal gusts and light rain during exposed stops.
Waterproof walking shoes
Provides traction on muddy boardwalks and gravel trails around the lake.
Layered mid-layer (fleece)
Adds insulation you can remove as temperatures change during the day.
Camera or binoculars
For photographing Lake Acigami, Lapataia Bay, and watching seabirds and guanacos.