Beagle Channel navigation past rocky islands
Ushuaia · Beagle Channel

Beagle Channel Boat Tour

Sail the strait at the end of the world — sea lions, lighthouses and penguin islands, with the Andes behind you.

Last updated: 2026-09-20

Quick facts

Most navigations run 2–3 hours from Ushuaia’s tourist port. The classic route takes in sea lion colonies, cormorant rookeries, Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse and Isla Martillo (penguins). Many full-day versions pair the cruise with Tierra del Fuego National Park.

What you’ll see

  • Sea lion & cormorant colonies — wildlife on the channel’s rocky islets.
  • Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse — the iconic “End of the World” lighthouse.
  • Isla Martillo — penguin rookery (seasonal).
  • Ushuaia from the water — the city backed by snow-capped Andes.

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FAQ

Beagle Channel or Tierra del Fuego Park?

They’re different experiences. The Beagle Channel is a water-based wildlife cruise; the National Park is a land tour (Lapataia Bay, Lake Roca, the End of the World Train). Many visitors do both in one combined full-day tour.

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