What day trips can I do from Ushuaia?

Tierra del Fuego National Park with the End of the World Train, plus Beagle Channel navigation (sea lions, lighthouse, penguin islands). Both are half/full-day from the city.

From Ushuaia

Patagonia Day Trips from Ushuaia

The world’s southernmost city — gateway to the End of the World and the Beagle Channel.

Last updated: 2026-09-20

Quick facts

Ushuaia is a separate, far-south cluster from El Calafate/Puerto Natales (a 1h+ flight or long drive apart). Its day trips are Tierra del Fuego National Park and the Beagle Channel — not the glaciers further north.

Two signature day trips

End of the World

5h · Park + Train

Tierra del Fuego National Park, Lapataia Bay (end of Route 3) & the historic train.

Southernmost park→

Beagle Channel

3h · navigation

Sea lion colonies, Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse and penguin islands by catamaran.

Wildlife cruise→

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FAQ

Is Ushuaia worth a separate stop?

Yes if you want the “End of the World” experience — Tierra del Fuego and the Beagle Channel are unique to this far-south region and not reachable as day trips from El Calafate. Budget a minimum of 1–2 nights here.

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