Board a 15m Grand Banks yacht in Ushuaia for a half-day cruise through the Beagle Channel: see sea lion rookeries, cormorant colonies, and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, plus a short interpretive walk on Bridges Island.
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A cold wind lifts off the Beagle Channel and the yacht answers it, bow cutting gray water as islands slide into view. You step onto the deck and the city of Ushuaia falls behind—red roofs shrinking against the Martial Range—while sea lions bark on exposed rocks and cormorant colonies cling to cliffs like black flags.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing on deck for periods and short, easy hikes with modest elevation to a panoramic point.
Wildlife
History
The Beagle Channel was traversed by indigenous Yámana people for millennia; the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse (1919) later became a navigation point and city symbol for Ushuaia.
Conservation
This area is sensitive: stay on designated paths during landings, avoid approaching wildlife, and follow guides’ instructions to reduce disturbance to nesting birds and rookeries.
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Dress in layers
Patagonian weather changes quickly—bring a warm mid-layer and a waterproof shell for wind and spray.
Bring binoculars
A 7–10x pair makes distant cormorant colonies and fur seals much easier to observe from the deck.
Watch your step on landings
Island landings involve unstable beach or rocky approaches—use handrails and wear sturdy, non-slip shoes.
Plan for seasickness
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take preventative medication before boarding and sit midship where motion is least felt.
Waterproof shell jacket
Protects against wind spray and sudden rain while on the open deck.
Sturdy non-slip shoes
Required for wet boat decks and rocky, uneven island landings.
Binoculars
Helps you spot colonies, chicks, and distant wildlife without disturbing animals.
Warm mid-layer (fleece or down)
Keeps you comfortable during cold, windy crossings even on sunny days.