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Sea Lion Island & Penguin Colony Navigation

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October to April

If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 24 hours before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Navigation through the Beagle Channel, towards Sea Lion Island. We'll visit Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, and then we'll visit to the Penguin Colony.

Duration:

5 hours

Times:

08:40 am to 01:40 pm and 02:40 pm to 07:40 pm

Meeting Point:

Touristic Pier of Ushuaia (Av. Prefectura Naval, Ushuaia), local Canoero

Included:

  • Navigation
  • Bilingual guide
  • Navigation certificate

Not included:

  • Port charge (AR$ 5.200 per person, payment in cash the day of the tour; can vary without any notice)

Restrictions:

  • You cannot bring food on the boat trip

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • 24 hours

What to bring:

  • Warm clothing

Descripción

Price


  • Adult: AR$ 185.000 per person.
  • Child (age 4 to 11): AR$ 92.500 per person.
  • Infant (age 0 to 3): for free.


The Navigation starts from the Tourist Dock, crossing the Bay of Ushuaia, reaching the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico. There, we will sail around the Bird Island, where we will see Skuas, Black-browed Albatross, Steamer Ducks, Cauquenes, Grey Gulls and Cook Gulls. Then we head to the Sea Lion Island, where we will see seals, of one and two hairs. Later, navigation will take us to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, where we will see colonies of Imperial Cormorants, and Rockers Cormorans.


We continue towards Martillo Island to see, from the catamaran at the shore, the Magellan penguin colony that inhabits that place. It is in these icy waters where penguins nest and have their young. Sailing back, we will see all the mountain range surrounding the city of Ushuaia.


*There's no disembark in the Martillo Island.


*The Magellan penguins are migratory birds and are in the Martillo Island from the beginning of October to the beginning of April. However, there are more specimens between November and February.


*To book this tour, you must pay a deposit of the total price through the website. The remaining balance must be paid in cash (U.S. dollars or Argentine pesos) on the day you take the activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Isla Lobos & Penguin Colony Navigation is available only during the high season, from October to the beginning of April, to ensure penguin observation and the best scenic experience.

  • No, during the Isla Lobos & Penguin Colony Navigation, there is no disembarkation at Martillo Island, but the penguin colony can be observed up close from the boat.

  • The cruise takes place on a modern aluminum catamaran built for naval use, with capacity for over 150 passengers and designed for a comfortable, safe sightseeing experience. On board you’ll find a kitchen and bar, a lounge with panoramic views, and a large bow deck that’s perfect for wildlife watching and photos. The boat also features restrooms, a heating system throughout the vessel, and full safety equipment: an automatic smoke detection and fire alarm system by risk zones, manual fire alarms at lounge exits, and life rafts and life jackets for 100% of passengers. All our catamarans are approved by the Argentine Coast Guard, so you can simply relax, enjoy the scenery and be amazed by the landscape and local wildlife.

  • To book Sea Lion Island & Penguin Colony Navigation, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 70 hours in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
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