Full-Day Lakes Off-Road 4x4 Experience + Argentine Lunch

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About this activity

Discover the secrets hidden behind the Southern Andes Range on a Full Day tour visiting Lake Fagnano and Lake Escondido in a Toyota Hilux expedition (8 people max. per vehicle). Have a relaxing day, exploring and having fun in this off-road experience!

Summer Experience: Walk around the refuge, enjoy a Barbecue.

Winter Experience: Walk around the refuge in the snow & enjoy a barbecue. At the refuge, you can also do some optional -not included- winter activities such as a snowmobile ride or dog sledding with Huskies.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Say Hueque Travel

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (12–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch with beverages and snacks
Included: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Included: Professional Bilingual guide
Included: Heated vehicle
Included: 4WD transportation

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Optional activities at the mountain refuge

Itinerary

Ushuaia

Passing by

After a morning pickup at your hotel, you will take the National Route N3 to begin your incredible journey.
Stop 2

30 min

You will cross a glacial valley and soon after you will make a stop at “Tierra Mayor Winter Centre” to use its facilities.
Mirador de Lagos Escondido y Fagnano

15 min

As you continue to follow Route N3 you will cross the Fuegian Mountain Range through the Garibaldi Path, a panoramic viewpoint that will allow you to have a first look at Lake Escondido & Fagnano. Enjoy the amazing views!
Lago Fagnano

one hour

Continue downhill and leave Route N3 to follow the beaten path of old woodcutter's footsteps along the forest until you reach Fagnano Lake. The 4WD vehicles allow us to reach places where access would be impossible otherwise.
Lago Escondido

2 hours

You will continue your journey to Escondido Lake. Here, you’ll have the option to either take a rest or hike on the shore by your own. Then, you will be driven to the refuge where you may have some free time to walk around before lunch. After enjoying a traditional Argentinian barbecue, you will return to your hotel in Ushuaia.

Winter: You can participate in optional (not included) activities such as a snowmobile ride or dog sledging with Huskies. After eating and enjoying the snowy scenary from the comfort of the warm refuge, you will return to your hotel in Ushuaia.
Ushuaia

2 hours

You will be back in Ushuaia city at approximately 5 p.m.

*The winter experience usually takes place from April to September. (IMPORTANT: The season change is subject to snow and weather conditions)

*The itinerary may be subject to change due to weather and road conditions or any other conditions of an operational nature.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Aires del Fagnano
Hosteria Valle Frio
Apart Hotel Alem
Hosteria y Restaurante America
Posada Fueguina
La Posada
Hotel Albatros
Lennox Hotels Ushuaia
Cilene del Faro Suites & Spa
Aires Del Beagle Apartaments
Cabanas Tierra Mistica
Hosteria Sloggett

and 32 more pickup points

Pick-up from your lodging in Ushuaia is included. Pick-up time will be between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. If your hotel is NOT listed, please provide your hotel name when booking in the 'Special Requirements' box. If you are staying at an Airbnb please let us know your Airbnb name and address for pick-up. If you are staying at an Airbnb, you MUST give a phone number so that we can reach you if needed.

Using your ticket

Not recommended for participants with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant women

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality, date of birth and language are required at time of booking for all participants
Minimum age: 2 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Car seats for children from 0 to 5 years old are available and mandatory. Please request at the time of booking
Lunch: Please advise any specific dietary requirements or allergies at the time of booking
Please bring: Warm clothing in layers (as the climate is very changeable), hiking boots, hat and gloves, sunscreen and sunglasses
Tours taking place on Dec 25th and Jan 1st may have a different pickup time

Options

Winter Experience

FD tour visiting Lake Escondido & Fagnano. Enjoy a Barbecue in a refuge and go slidding in the snow. Visit Tierra Mayor winter center where you will have Optional winter activities

Pickup included
Summer Experience

FD tour visiting Lake Escondido & Fagnano. Go canoeing in the Escondido Lake and afterwards enjoy a barbecue in a refuge.

Pickup included