Tierra del Fuego Trekking & Canoeing in Lapataia Bay — Private Day Tour from Ushuaia
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to hike 7–8 km on uneven terrain and board a canoe from shore.
Overview
Walk the Senda Costera, paddle quiet inlets on Lake Acigami, and stand at the water’s edge where the Pan‑American Highway ends. This private full‑day from Ushuaia pairs a 7.5 km coastal trek with guided canoeing and a panoramic Patagonian lunch.
Tierra del Fuego Trekking & Canoeing in Lapataia Bay — Private Day Tour from Ushuaia
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You step out of the minivan and the air is instantly different: colder, dryer, and laced with salt and resin. The road from Ushuaia has peeled away the city’s low buildings and replaced them with wind-scoured lenga forest, bogs that smell faintly of peat, and the wide silver of the Beagle Channel. Your guide checks boots, hands out a bottle of water, and points down the coastal trail — Senda Costera — a single-track that threads between wind-bent trees and abrupt cliffs, heading toward Lapataia Bay.
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Adventure Tips
Bring cash for park entry
Park entrance is paid at the gate and card machines are not guaranteed—carry ARS or USD as backup.
Sturdy, waterproof footwear
The trail is uneven, muddy and rooty; hiking boots with grip will keep you secure on the coastal descent.
Dress in layers and pack a wind shell
Wind and rain can arrive quickly; synthetic layers and a waterproof shell are better than cotton.
Reserve morning or late‑afternoon slots for fewer crowds
Most buses visit midday—private tours can time canoeing to enjoy quieter water and better light.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Fuegian steamer duck (often seen on sheltered lakes and channels)
- South American gray fox (occasionally seen at dawn or dusk near tree lines)
History
The park protects land historically used by the Yámana and Selk'nam peoples and later shaped by 19th‑century ranching and maritime activity; it became a national park to preserve these southernmost forests and wetlands.
Conservation
Peat bogs and subantarctic forests are fragile—stay on trails, avoid trampling vegetation, and pack out all waste to minimize impact.
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Recommended Gear
Waterproof hiking boots
Protects ankles on rooty, often muddy coastal trail.
Waterproof shell (windproof)
Shields against sudden rain and the channel’s strong winds.
Midweight insulating layer
Retains warmth between active hikes and the stillness of canoeing.
spring|fall|winter specific
Waterproof camera or dry bag
Keeps gear dry during canoeing and protects from splash and spray.