Ushuaia: Catamaran Sailing to Penguin Island Afternoon Catamaran Trip
ID: GYG255492-1419171
Category:
Country: Bangladesh
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
Adventure through the mythical Beagle Channel. Discover the different birds, sealions, and the lovely penguins of this remote area on your voyage.
You will begin the navigation of Beagle Channel from the tourist pier in Ushuaia. As you move away from the coast, enjoy panoramic views of the city and the coastline, and see the Maritime Museum, the End of the World Museum, the industrial area, Mount Olivia and Mount Cinco Hermanos. As you sail southwest, you will approach Sea Lion Island where you will be able to watch sea lions interact on the island. Then continue on to Bird Island where you will see Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants, as well as a variety of different marine animals. From there you will sail towards Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, in the archipelago with the same name, where the Mount Cervantes vessel wrecked on the year 1930.
Following the south coast of the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego you will get to see Estancia Remolino, where the vessel Mount Sarmiento ran aground. Crossing the Beagle Channel heading North-South you will see Gable Island and Port Williams Navy Base (placed on Navarino Island, Republic of Chile). As the boat reaches Martillo Island, its course will continue along the coastline and you can watch from afar the Magellanic and Papua Penguin colony that nest there during the summer. You will then return to the local pier, seeing both Estancia Tunnel and Fique on your way back.
Highlights
- Navigate through Beagle Channel
- Watch sea lions and different kinf of birds in their natural habitats
- See the mithycal "Les Eclaireurs" lighthouse
- Enjoy the charm of the Magellanic and Gentoo penguins, living toghether on Martillo Island
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All descriptions and itineraries are illustrative. Activity times, order and other attractions visited may vary according to the captain's assessment, weather conditions and natural wildlife movements. The type of vessel is subject to the company's internal operations.
If the navigation is cancelled due to adverse weather or port closure, or if the visit to Isla Martillo for penguin watching or Faro Les Eclaireurs cannot be completed, passengers may request a full refund. Alternatively, subject to availability, they may choose to reschedule for another date.
Departure is at 15h. Presentation must be 30 minuts prior to departure at our office, located in the touristic pier (office of Tolkeyen Patagonia, blue house).
NOT INCLUDED
- Transfer to port
- Food and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
