Argentina: Active Patagonia

Discover the most prominent attractions of the city during this tour. At the scheduled time, a private vehicle will take you to the city’s historic Barrio La Mision neighborhood. Next, see the distinctively shaped Provincial Legislature building that is located close to the waterfront. From the sprawling premises, take in splendid views of the city and the Beagle Channel. Your guide will then show you around ancient houses belonging to the first Feugian families who lived here. The last stop on your itinerary is the museum complex of the Ushuaia prison. The prison was shut down in 1947 and now houses five museums and an art gallery. Browse the Maritime Museum and learn about the rich seafaring heritage of the region. At the Prison Museum, walk the narrow corridors and look inside the cells that once housed notorious criminals. After, drive back to your hotel. (Duration: 2.5 hrs; Private activity & transfers; Entry fees to museums included)

Travel to the historical Estancia Harberton enjoying the beautiful Fuegian landscape that unfolds as you venture out of the city of Ushuaia. Upon reaching the Estancia, embark on a short navigation along the Beagle Channel to the Martillo Island penguin colony. Here you will have the unique opportunity to disembark on the island and walk along it’s trails experiencing these quirky and curious animals up close. (Time: 14:30 to 21:00; Group Activity; Private transfers, starting from pier in Ushuaia; Maximum 20 people).

Discover the dramatic scenery of Tierra del Fuego National Park on this full day tour in Argentina. You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the park, which is located near the city of Ushuaia. Follow your guide on a walk through subantarctic forests and down the trail that leads to the famous Lapataia Bay. The edge of the bay is popularly known as the ‘End of the World’ as it is the southernmost point you can drive to in the Western Hemisphere. Uncover the secrets of the Beagle Channel, a strait in the Tierra Del Fuego Archipelago. Stay on the coast to discover old aboriginal camps and explore an ancient forest. Along the way, your guide will tell you about the land, its history, and the flora and fauna found here. Keep an eye out for birds such as geese, ducks, and woodpeckers. If you are lucky, you might even spot a fox. Return to your hotel after. (Duration: 6 hours; Time: 0900 hrs; Private activity & transfers; Meals included: box lunch; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: easy to moderate, please note that people with physical limitations can participate as long as they have someone to provide assistance; Please bring a wind jacket, water bottle, day backpack, gloves and a hat)

El Chaltén is a hikers paradise! With very well-marked trails leaving right from the small center of town, you can enjoy various day-hikes independently leaving right from your hotel. The hotel will have trail maps and experienced staff to give recommendations and organize for lunch boxes for the longer hikes. Favorite hikes include Cerro Torre (medium level trek) and Laguna de los Tres (difficult level trek) which leads up to the stunning lagoons at the base of Mount Fitz Roy. (Independent activity, no guide)

Go on an unforgettable journey into the Patagonian ice world and enjoy a trek on the surface of the Perito Moreno Glacier. At the scheduled time you will be driven to Los Glaciares National Park. Once you arrive at Bajo de las Sombras port, sail down the Rico Arm of Lake Argentino to the glacier. Your expert mountain guides will meet you and lead you to a shelter with a view of the glacier. Then set out on a trek along the lake’s coast. Watch out for ice calving and listen to a talk about glaciology. On arrival at the side of the glacier, you will be split into groups of 20. Strap on your helmets and crampons and climb on to the glacier’s surface. Your guide will give you a safety briefing and help you get to know the glacier better. Learn about the flora and fauna of the region and spot a variety of glacier features such as deep cracks, blue moulins, and turquoise ponds. On your way back, sail close to the south wall of the glacier and spend an hour on the footbridges in front of the glacier. (Duration: full day; Seasonal: Jul 15-May 31; Shared activity; Shared bus transfers; Travel time to activity: 43 miles to the glacier; Entry fees to national park are included; Meals included: packed lunch; Please inform us of any food allergies in advance; Fitness level: moderate; Equipment provided: crampons, harness & helmet; Min age: 10 yrs; This activity is not recommended for guests above 65 yrs)

Navigate the turquoise waters of Lake Argentino, sailing past floating icebergs as you venture deep into the national park en route to the remote Estancia Cristina. Once at the estancia, learn its history on a brief tour of its museum before embarking on an adventurous 4×4 excursion ascending the mountains to the breathtaking viewpoint of the Upsala Glacier. Marvel at the enormity of this icy giant framed by the dark, rugged mountains of southern Patagonia. Descend back to the estancia and return to El Calafate by evening. (07:30 to 20:00. Group Activity. Maximum 14 people in the truck. Lunch Included).

Spend the evening at Gala Tango in the neighborhood of San Telmo, one of the historic centers of of tango. Enjoy a sensuous experience in which traditions are preserved and where the ambiance exudes the charms of the bygone era and the best of Buenos Aires tango music and dance. An added bonus is the introduction to Argentine folkloric dancing and music typical to the Northwest of the country. (Duration: 20:00 to 24:00, Private Transfer to and from the Tango Show, Dinner Included)