Beagle Navigation and Walking with Papua Penguins in Hammer Island

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About this activity

I lived a unique experience sailing the mythical Beagle Canal on an excursion that combines unforgettable landscapes and emblematic fauna of the region. During the tour we will visit Bird Island, home to numerous species of seabirds; the Isle of Wolves, where we will observe sea lions in their natural habitat; and the iconic Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse.

The highlight of the experience will be the landing on Martillo Island, where you will have the opportunity to take a guided walk among Papuan penguins in their natural environment. For approximately 30 minutes, you will be able to observe them very closely, know their behavior and enjoy a truly unique experience on this sub-Antarctic island.

This activity allows a direct and respectful connection with the fauna, becoming an incomparable way to live the nature of Tierra del Fuego.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Azul Latina Travel

Ages: Adults (3–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Visit to the colonies of sea lions and cormorants
Included: professional Spanish and English speaking guides
Included: Boating the Beagle Channel
Included: Visit to the Island of the Birds
Included: Disembarkation on Martillo Island : guided walk between Papuan penguins
Included: Professional guides during the tour

Not included

Not included: Port Fee - Fee subject to change.
Not included: Pick up hotels
Not included: Does not include food or drink purchased from the buffet on board

Itinerary

Canal Beagle

6 hours Admission not included

We depart from the local port towards Isla Alicia, where we will observe a colony of one-haired sea lions. Then we head towards Isla de los Pájaros, where colonies of royal and imperial cormorants inhabit next to their nests, being able to sight their chicks from spring to autumn.

Once again we head east to another small island where, depending on the time of year, there are fur seals. Very close is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an authentic symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we can see the island of rocky cormorants.
Faro Les Eclaireurs

Passing by

Very close is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, an authentic symbol of the city of Ushuaia, built in 1919. From there we can see the island of rocky cormorants.
Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego

30 min Admission not included

On the shores of the Beagle Channel and surrounded by the Martial mountain range, it offers a unique landscape in Argentina, with a combination of mountains, sea, glaciers and forests. Owner of a unique landscape, Ushuaia offers endless possibilities and activities, in summer, trekking, horseback riding, sport fishing and mountain biking, allowing visitors to enjoy nature and explore unexplored places through such incredible scenarios as the Tierra del Fuego National Park. In winter, the magnificent geography and cold temperatures invite you to practice skiing, both downhill (downhill) and cross-country (on flat terrain).
Martillo Island

30 min Admission not included

Beagle Channel sailing visiting Isla Martillo and Isla de Pajaros, Isla de Lobos and the Lighthouse, adding the experience

of the 30 min landing on Hammer Island to walk with Papuan penguins.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The port of Ushuaia is located on the central bank of the Argentine city of Ushuaia, an administrative center, industrial, tourist, and port node, capital of the province of Tierra del Fuego

End point

The port of Ushuaia is located on the central bank of the Argentine city of Ushuaia, an administrative center, industrial, tourist, and port node, capital of the province of Tierra del Fuego

Cancellation

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Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Importantly, the colony we will see is Papua Penguins, which live all year round on Hammer Island. They are the third largest after the Emperor and the King. At the moment there are 68 registered pairs of penguins. While their presence is stable, it is important to note that the visit is in their natural habitat, so the amount we can see in each landing may vary as they are wild animals. Yes we will see them and we can enjoy a unique winter experience on this small subantarctic island
Validity of the tour: from 1 July to 31 August
This tour sails the Beagle Canal, and we also add the landing experience in the penguin. The whole tour is done by boat.
Check-out time will be at 13:30, check-in 30 minutes before, at 13:00. Estimating the duration in 7 hours.
The boat has buffet service on board (not included in the price of the service of this tour).
At the moment we can only block availability for Tuesday and Friday - if you need another particular day please contact us at our wpp or via Viator to check availability