Tierra del Fuego National Park Hike and Canoe Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the End of the World
- Hike through lush forests and peat bogs
- Canoe on the serene Lapataia River
- Witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitat
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes Mountains
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided hike through Tierra del Fuego National Park
- Canoe excursion on the Lapataia River
- Round-trip transportation from Ushuaia
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: We will start the tour with the pick up from your centrally located hotel. We will board a confortable mini-van and head to the Tierra del Fuego National Park, located only 30 minutes from the city centre.
Once we arrive to the national park, the guide will choose the route—either the Pampa Alta or Senda Costera—depending on conditions and interests of the group. Pampa Alta, a 3-mile (5-km) trail that lasts approximately two hours, offers gorgeous vistas as well as bird watching. Senda Costera (Coastal Path) is a popular 4-mile (8-km) trail that takes you along the coast for about three hours. As you follow your guide, you’ll learn about the geography of the area as well as the nature and wildlife found in Tierra del Fuego National Park. Note the diverse flora and fauna, such as Antarctic beech, and perhaps find traces of ancient Yámanas settlements.
Reaching the banks of Lago Roca (Roca Lake), enjoy a complimentary lunch in the forest setting. Dine on chicken breast en papillote (baked in foil) with tomato and cheese, accompanied by mineral water, wine and soft drinks.
After lunch, your guide will prepare your small group for the 1.5-hour canoe ride down the Lapataia River, which brings you to Lapataia Bay and the Beagle Channel. The remote bay, nestled amid snow-capped mountains, is a great place for spotting waterfowl such as ducks, geese and plovers that inhabit this region at the ‘end of the world’!
The adventure tour culminates here, at the Panamerican Highway end, where you’ll hop aboard the minivan for the return trip.
Pass by: Once in Ushuaia, you will be left at your hotel.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves moderate physical activity; participants should be in good health and able to hike for several hours.
- Canoeing experience is not required; basic instruction will be provided.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult; please inform the operator in advance if bringing a child.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable hiking boots and layered clothing suitable for variable weather conditions.
- Bring a waterproof jacket and a hat to protect against rain and sun.
- Carry a small backpack with essentials like water, snacks, and a camera.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Good to know
- Minimum age is 10 years
- Cruise Passengers are not allowed to take this tour
- Warm clothing and waterproof trekking boots are mandatory. Dress in layers (thermal layer or fleece), waterproof jacket and pants, gloves, hat, and neck warmer/buff. The guide may deny participation if proper gear is not worn.
Traveler reviews
FUN!
Had a great time on the 8km trek (which was easy enough for all levels). Don't need trekking poles for, just sturdy enough hiking shoes/boots. Then we had a really good lunch and wine which they were able to accommodate food allergies for without issue. The canoe was super fun too, but we had to cut it a little short due to the extreme wind. They provided the life vests and boots needed for the canoe.
Such a great day! Highly recommended! Bravo to Juan, Leandro and Felipe!
Such a great day! Loved it! Everything was very well organised and we had lots of fun. They picked us up at our hotels and then we went to the park (it’s best to buy tickets in advance on their website). We started with the canoeing first due to the environmental conditions, and it was awesome. Very easy and relaxing with great views along the way. They also provide you with rubber boots and you can store your hiking shoes and backpacks in a safe place. Then we had a very tasty lunch (it was delicious!) and then we did the trekking, which was also very accessible to everyone. The forest is beautiful and you will visit gorgeous beaches. You don’t need trekking poles, just bring good hiking shoes. Our guides were all top notch. Juan Sebastián, Leandro and Felipe were excellent. They were very friendly and professional and made sure we all had a great time. Juan explained a lot of things during our trekking and it was very entertaining and interesting. They were some of the best guides I encountered during my Chile and Argentina trip 👍 Overall, it’s a highly recommended excursion and you should definitely book it.
We had a wonderful time!...
We had a wonderful time! Our guide Mariana was lovely, very knowledgeable and attentive along the hike. Felipe on the paddle boat was friendly and pointed out many birds for us to watch, and Julio the driver was patient and kind. The food was plentiful and delicious, and we would definitely recommend for getting a more in depth experience in the national park!
Just do it!
We had a great day out having a paddle and a 8km walk on this tour. Food was really good and the guides,both paddle and walking were lovely.....sorry, can't remember names😱.
Great day out rafting and hiking in the national park
Excellent trip, rafting on the lake, river and bay with sightings of various birds and sea lions. Lunch was extremely good with wine. The hike was muddy and quite hard in places but very enjoyable. Our guide was excellent