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Sail through the Beagle Channel, following Charles Darwin's route, on this catamaran tour from Ushuaia. Getting out on the water and following this historic path allows you a deeper understanding of the events that took place in the region, and you benefit from guided commentary about the environment and wildlife. Highlights include Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, the End of the World Museum, Bird Island, Sea Lions Island, and more.
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Ages 0-99, max of 40 per group
Duration: 4h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, Spanish
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Highlights
  • Follow Charles Darwin's historic sail with guided commentary
  • Learn about and see local wildlife on Sea Lions Island and Bird Island
  • Recreate history by following the Beagle's journey through the channel
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off makes for a seamless experience

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by coach or minivan
  • Professional guide
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Boarding Fee
  • Entry/Admission - Ushuaia

Beginning with convenient pickup at your Ushuaia hotel, your adventure really starts when you board a catamaran for a sail through the Beagle Channel. Imagine what it must have been like for Charles Darwin sailing through this otherworldly landscape so many years ago.  Listen to your guide's commentary about Ushuaia's origins as a penal colony while passing the Olivia and Cinco Hermanos mountains. Trace Darwin’s journey past the Encajonado River and Fique Ranch, approaching the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. At Sea Wolves Island, view the sea lions, fur seals, and king cormorants that call the rocks home. At Bird Island, see skuas, petrels, and giant albatross. Return to Ushuaia through Paso Chico, getting dramatic views of Martial Glacier on the way. End with easy drop-off at your Ushuaia hotel. Traveling by boat is the only way to recreate this historic journey, and booking ahead guarantees you won't miss out on this popular tour.

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Muelle Turístico, V9410 Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina
    Please indicate the hotel where you will be staying in Ushuaia. In case you are staying outside the pick up area, we will assign you a meeting point.
Pickup details
  • Please indicate the hotel where you will be staying in Ushuaia. In case you are staying outside the pick up area, we will assign you a meeting point.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5674USHBEAGLE

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • You may bring your own food and drinks
      • It is recommended that you bring binoculars
      • Most travelers can participate
      • Cruise Passengers are not allowed to take this tour
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

      • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5674USHBEAGLE

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      • Tangol Tours Ushuaia
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        Argentina
        Joined in February 2011
      • J9187QXmarcop
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Ushuaia penguin tour experience
        Ushuaia is a beautiful city with many different attractions such as the Martillo Island penguin tour which was one of the best tours I have ever been on as being in the tour allowed me to get up close and personal with a penguin colony and seals with the beautiful Ushuaia landscape all around me. This is one of the best trips I have ever had and I will remember this for my whole life!
        Written October 1, 2024
      • richm874
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Awesome cruise on Beagle canal
        Great trip on this boat to see penguins sea lions and we also got to spot some Orcas along the way. Great views and educational staff on board. Very friendly and helpful. Nice spaces indoor and out for the cruise in any weather. Would recommend this to anybody
        Written March 23, 2024
      • susanwM3007KV
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        FUN!
        This trip was so much fun and our guide, Marcel, was one of the best guides ever. Tierra del Fuego Natl Park is very beautiful with spectacular scenery
        Written February 24, 2024
      • Lisdar
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Not to be missed
        Incredible place and train fabulous place really enjoyed the area the Train was fabulous especially as one of the Engines was made in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 However the train journey out was great but we had to wait a considerable time for our return journey I would recommend having the train out but get your Transport to pick you up at the other end We loved the Railway station and the surrounding district and the Prisoners/actors that you have the photos with which are not expensive.
        Written February 15, 2024
      • CharlotteB113
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Super fun day in the National Park
        I only had a day and half in Ushuaia and wanted to get out and see the natural landscapes and this tour was the perfect way to see the National Park! I loved the combo of paddling and hiking for variety, and even in the overcast weather, the park is beautiful. It was an active tour but without being too difficult I'd say. And we had a delicious lunch in their covered dome! Great work from our guide Gabriel, driver Octavio and paddling guide Felipe, they made it such a fun day!
        Written February 3, 2024
      • GlobetrottingSwede
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great way to see the fjords of Patagonia
        This is a great short cruise, for anyone who wishes to see, and understand the fjords and the archipelago of Patagonia. If you sail from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia, the first day is a hike and Zodiak visit to see the penguins. The second day is all about glaciers with glacier alley, south of the Darwin range. The third day the objective is to disembark at Cape Horn, but this is only possible, if the weather permits. Note that this is an expedition style cruise, which means that you use zodiacs to disembark and visit the shores.
        Written February 1, 2024
      • christinalJ8903XN
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent tour!
        We were only in Ushuaia for a day and a half, and wanted to make the most of our time. This was definitely my favourite activity during that time. It is a historic double-decker bus which has so much charm as soon as you walk in. service is absolutely exemplary. Starting from where you purchase the tickets, to the actual tour itself, it was amazing. Our bus driver was Javier, and the English speaking tour guide was Thomas. Both Javier and Thomas were so helpful with all of the tourists by taking photos, and making sure that everybody enjoyed the tour. Thomas is incredibly knowledgeable, and was able to share so much information during the tour which we greatly appreciated. Not only is Thomas incredibly intelligent, he is a genuinely kind hearted person who truly wants the best for everyone. He is going to go very far in the tourism industry. He has a perfect personality, as well as the knowledge to provide a great experience for the English speaking tourists… Of which there were many! Javier was always there as well to make sure that the tour around smoothly, and to help whenever it was needed. This is not your regular tour where it is only pre-recorded historical information about the places you see. Thomas was also able to provide a personalized experience by sharing his knowledge as well. The time went by so quickly, and we appreciated that it stops twice for everyone to get out and take photos. it was definitely the highlight of our time in Ushuaia. A big thank you to Thomas and Javier for making the extra special for everyone.
        Written January 27, 2024
      • EveryStepEveryNation
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Magical!
        Ushuaia is magical! It's a small southernmost city in the world and it's very navigable by foot. It's clean, safe and a wonderful place to start the journey and embark expedition ship to Antarctica!
        Written January 13, 2024
      • V8983ZTjamesw
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Hiking and rafting Patagonia National Park
        A beautiful day. Interesting to learn about the biodiversity. While hiking we were fortunate to observe wild horses, red fox, and many more. Our guide, Gabriel and Octavio were excellent. Highly recommend
        Written January 12, 2024
      • christophergQ3044ST
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Highly recommended.
        Professionally conducted tour by knowledgeable, friendly, and fun guides. The enthusiasm of the guides was infectious, which ensured a positive atmosphere throughout the whole day. Excellent communication regards pickup location and time. All activities were conducted safely with a comprehensive brief prior to the on water activity.
        Written January 9, 2024
      • Wander37834589089
        0 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Don’t use Tangol!
        Don’t use Tangol! Viator booked thru Tangol for my tour. They are in cahoots with the booked tour company and did not deliver what we booked and put us in danger!
        Written January 5, 2024
      • bethoSydney
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We loved it, great way to see the national park
        This is an excellent tour and we can’t recommend it enough especially if you get Juan, Octavia and phillipe as your guides. Juan spoke very good English and was very funny too. The weather was typical for the area, it was snowing when we arrived, it then became sunny and then rained… repeat every hours or so. This was never a problem as we were given all the equipment we needed, waterproof trousers and gum boots for the rafting. The rafting was fun and not too challenging. We then stopped for lunch which was fabulous, the warming chicken stew was just what was needed. Next we headed out for our hike which was beautiful. This is a full day tour and worth every dollar ! Thanks so much to juan and the ana Antartur team.
        Written December 29, 2023
      • ivyh858
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great overview of Tierra del Fuego national park!
        The entire experience was seamless with this tour company. The hiking trail and canoe route were moderately challenging with plenty of breaks and photo opportunities. We had a group ranging from age 18 to 65, and everyone had an incredible time. Octavio and Gabriel provided an excellent experience.
        Written December 24, 2023
      • AlwaysTraveling65
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Informative and Inexpensive
        Stumbled across the bus tour while we stopped at visitor center for information - right by each other. It was about 1-1/2 hours, provided some great town history along with a couple stops to get off bus. It was a great value for only $10USD
        Written December 19, 2023
      • IB33345
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great tour but I didn’t like the jeep
        Tour was nice and our driver/ guide was great. I didn’t give it a five star because the car has an odd design. There is no way to see the road ahead. The view is blocked. All you can see is from the side windows.
        Written December 16, 2023
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Priority event while in Ushuaia
      Aug 2022 • Friends
      Excellent! 3 lovely hours on a very clean boat with 3 stops by an exceptional Captain. The island had more penguins, sea lions and seals than we could count!! The boat has a small cafe and the entire staff was charming. Definitely recommend this event!! The photo doesn't do the trip justice - soooo much to see
      Written August 11, 2022
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      Rob K
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      Unforgettable!
      Mar 2023 • Solo
      Amazing views! Very professional and accommodating tour company. I was picked up personally at my hotel and taken to the docs. Plenty of space for passengers to relax as well as see the spots along the tour.
      Written April 2, 2023
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      BeyondWinnipeg
      Winnipeg, Canada45 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The Malbec tastes even better on the water!
      Aug 2018 • Couples
      This tour was a highlight of our stay in Ushuaia. The boat was comfortable, the snack bar well stocked and the bathrooms clean. What more could you want on a boat cruise? Well, we got an inspiring view of the Andes Mountains. One side Argentina, one side Chile. Very cool. Knowing that Charles Darwin sailed through the channel, gaining inspiration for 'On the Origin of the Species' was unique. The lighthouse while small and seemingly insignificant, plays a part in history. We went to the location of the major shipwreck. The Sea Lions did not disappoint...nor did their smell! All in all a very enjoyable 2.5 hours was spent on the water, sipping Malbec all in the majestic splendor of snow-capped mountains. Highly recommend.
      Written September 3, 2018
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      cojotent
      Delft, The Netherlands971 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cormorants, sea wolves, faro, lots of people
      Mar 2018 • Couples
      Cormornts, sea wolves, faro, lots of people. Nice experience on a rough canal. Lots of cormorants and sea wolves. I would advice to take the 5 hr trip which inludes a visit to a Penguin island
      Written March 24, 2018
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      Producto Tangol
      Dear Traveler, Thanks for your review! The regular navigation in the high season the volume of people is higher than the rest of the year. Anyway, the seat and comfort of the passenger is always guaranteed. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed the landscapes and fauna of Ushuaia . We appreciate your comments. With this we can improve our direct services and those of our associates. Kind regards, Tangol Travel Agency
      Written May 15, 2020
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      Jan D
      Opwijk, Belgium6 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      nice trips but nothing extra
      Apr 2024 • Solo
      There's not much special about it. A lot of People on the boat. We were lucky: very nice weather and so, we had many nice views
      Written April 13, 2024
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      Tangol T
      Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience of this tour. The boats are fairly spacious, but we understand they can get a bit crowded during the high seasons. We are glad you were able to enjoy the tour nonetheless and the weather helped as well. Best regards, Martin
      Written August 22, 2024
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      cristina160804
      Eastbourne, UK289 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nature at its best
      Nov 2023 • Couples
      The trip was well organised. and the boat was comfortable. The lighthouse, the sea lions, the birds and the penguins! Unique experience
      Written December 2, 2023
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      Jelka D
      San Juan, Puerto Rico18 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Loved it
      Jan 2023 • Family
      Just perfect. About 3 hours. The guide is very knowledgeable. We got up close for great pictures. The weather was very nice. And on the way were surprised with whale sightings. Great for families.
      Written January 8, 2023
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      Barbara Rodrigues
      Argentina1 contribution
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Once in a lifetime sightseeing
      Nov 2022 • Solo
      Tour that you will do once in a lifetime. I could see the sea lions and the penguins from very close. The price is a little high for what it is though. But so is everything in Patagonia.
      Written November 24, 2022
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      Agathe A
      20 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Too windy - Canceled
      A beautiful day, blue skies but too much wind.
      Not safe to sail so they canceled. Unfortunately I only learned it at the time of departure so it was too late to have a plan B.
      Written December 27, 2021
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      LightPacker789184
      Dear Agathe, We are very sorry for the inconvenience. We regret that we had to cancel, as it was due to weather conditions beyond our control. We hope you still enjoyed your time in Argentina. Best regards, Tangol Travel Agency
      Written March 21, 2022
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      Theresa D
      50 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      20th Wedding Anniversary
      Nov 2019 • Couples
      Cruise was on time. Pick up and drop off are well coordinated even if we are the farthest hotel. Very nice cruise with English explanations of the history of the different places visited👍🏼
      Written November 29, 2019
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