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Essential Winter Ushuaia: National Park + Penguins

Top rated 4.9 1203 reviews (agencia) · Activity provider: Explore Tierra del Fuego
Discover two Ushuaia must-sees in winter with a 10% discount: Tierra del Fuego National Park in its winter version, with the option to add the End of the World Train (ask for price), and penguin watching on a small boat at Martillo Island, in a small group. Designed as a 2-day package, it can also be done in a single day. Includes a bilingual guide and transfers.
Season
Season: July - September
Duration
Duration: 2 days

An ideal option for travelers who want to discover Ushuaia’s must-sees in a short time, enjoying the contrast between the sea, snowy forests and the landscapes of the end of the world. We organize the experience so you can make the most of each tour without worrying about logistics.

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Package highlights

Small-group tours

Flexible order for the tours

Professional local guides

Package savings: $31,000

Services

Includes

Navigation to Martillo Island Small-boat navigation toward the penguin colony.
Naturalist / Bilingual Guide Permanent guidance from experts in nature and history.
Round-trip transportation from Ushuaia Transfer from Ushuaia to Puerto Almanza for the boat trip, with return transportation included.
Tierra del Fuego National Park Tour Nature, history, and landscapes at the end of the world.

Does Not Include

Not included: National Park Fee (Mandatory) Tierra del Fuego National Park Fee
Not included: End of the World Train Ticket (Optional) Optional ticket for the End of the World Train.
Not included: Personal Expenses Souvenirs, bebidas extras y compras personales.

Experience itinerary

Estimated duration: • 2 days
Pick-up por el alojamiento
Inicio de las actividades en la nieve
Cena en fogón
Regreso a Ushuaia
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  1. Day 1
    Tierra del Fuego National Park — Winter + Train
  2. Day 2
    Small-Boat Penguin Watching — Martillo Island
  3. Flexible tours designed to adapt to the days you have in Ushuaia and to your interests, always taking weather conditions into account.
    Flexible tours designed to adapt to the days you have in Ushuaia and to your interests, always taking weather conditions into account.

Everything you'll experience

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Day 1 — Snowy National Park + Optional Winter Train

Half day exploring the snow-covered National Park with short winter walks. Optional End of the World Train. Photo stops and panoramic views.

⏱ 5 h | ⭐ Easy | 🚂 Optional
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Day 2 — Small-Boat Penguin Watching at Martillo Island

Scenic drive along Route 3 and Route J to Puerto Almanza, then a small-boat navigation to Martillo Island for a close-up view of the penguin colony, in a small group.

⏱ 5 h | 🐧 Small group
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Transfers

Transfers are included for both tours: the National Park and the penguin watching (round trip from Ushuaia). Both tours can be done on separate days or combined on the same day.

Frequently Asked Questions

These are some common questions about this tour.

It depends on the package and the selected option. The Tierra del Fuego National Park entrance fee is not included, unless expressly stated. The End of the World Train may be included or optional depending on the package. If you would like to add it, we recommend letting us know when booking so we can check availability.

Para o Parque Nacional Terra do Fogo, buscamos e deixamos você na sua hospedagem. Para o avistamento de pinguins, a saída é do nosso escritório na Roca 138; de lá viajamos juntos até Puerto Almanza.

Not necessarily. When booking a package, the date selected in the calendar corresponds to your arrival date in Ushuaia or the starting date of your trip. After your booking, we will contact you to organize the order and schedule of each tour according to your itinerary, operational availability, and weather conditions.

No. The order of the tours can be adapted according to your flights, number of days in Ushuaia, availability, and weather conditions. After your booking, our team will contact you to coordinate the best possible organization for your trip.

Yes. In general, infants from 0 to 2 years old do not pay, and children from 3 to 11/12 years old may have a reduced rate, depending on the service. Some tours have age restrictions or special conditions, so we recommend checking each package before booking.

Gentoo penguins can be seen throughout the year. Between October and March, Magellanic penguins also arrive in the area, so during these months it is possible to see both species.
Yes. One of the highlights of this experience is travelling aboard a small boat, allowing for close-up views of the penguins from the water.

No. Penguin watching takes place from the boat as we approach the area where the Gentoo Penguin colony is located.

The weather in Ushuaia is changeable and part of the End of the World experience. Tours usually operate as scheduled, except in extreme conditions or when an operational decision is made. If necessary, we can reorganize the order of the activities to make the most of your stay.

Navigation is subject to weather and sea conditions. If conditions do not allow the activity to operate safely, the itinerary may be modified or the navigation may be rescheduled.

Not necessarily. Cold weather and snow are part of the winter experience. The tour is only cancelled or modified if weather, road or terrain conditions affect safety.
Easy. It’s accessible and enjoyable for the whole family.

Due to the variable weather and the possibility of rain, we suggest dressing in layers. This way, you can adjust by adding or removing clothing depending on how warm or cold you feel.  


Our guides mainly work in Spanish and English. For some services, we can check availability for guides in Portuguese or French.

Yes. Our packages are recommended travel proposals, but they can be adapted. We can change tours, add activities, or adjust the order according to your interests, dates, and availability. Any modification may change the final price.

No. Our packages include the tours and travel services listed in each program. Flights and accommodation are not included, unless expressly stated otherwise.

The booking is confirmed once the purchase process or corresponding payment has been completed. After booking, we will contact you to coordinate schedules, tour order, meeting point, and any necessary details to organize your experience.

 base PRICE (pER PASSENGER) FROM:
USD 186.00 USD 186.00 USD 206.67

Date: Viernes, 5 de junio de 2026
Adulto mayor de 13 años
$ 207.000
Menor de 3 a 11 años
$ 103.500
Bebés de 0 a 2 años
$ 0

Total:

$ 0

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