Traveler photographing panoramic Lake
Valley landscape with small lagoons
Lakefront walkway with travelers
Landscape of vegetation with lagoon and mountains with fog.
Bus en route with scenery
Fagnano Lake sign with vegetation
Three suckling pigs roasted with embers
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Escondido & Fagnano Lakes Day Tour from Ushuaia

One-day guided tour to Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transport from Ushuaia

Ushuaia
1 day
Spanish and English
Starts: From your lodging in Ushuaia at 9am
Ends: To your accommodation in Ushuaia at 3:30pm
Free cancellation!

Briefing

The Escondido & Fagnano Lakes Day Tour from Ushuaia is one of the jewels that you cannot miss if you visit the city of Ushuaia.

This one day tour offers a panoramic tour by minibus where we will make stops at the most interesting points of the Andes Mountains. Get ready to cross valleys, forests, waterfalls and rivers.

In addition, we will be accompanied by an official guide in Spanish and English who will show us the magic of the Fuegian Andes until we reach the Escondido and Fagnano lakes, a classic of the Argentine nature.

You will only have to worry about enjoying the scenery as the tour includes the bus transfer from your accommodation in Ushuaia as well as the return trip.

If you want your experience in Ushuaia to be as complete as possible, do not hesitate to visit this beauty that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Tour details

Included

  • Round trip transfer from your accommodation
  • Bilingual English/Spanish guide

Not included

  • Food and beverage

Important information

This tour is for all ages, especially for families with children as the difficulty is minimal.

However, please note that it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation!

If you cancel at least 48 hours before the tour starts, you will receive 100% of the amount paid. After this time, or in case of no-show, no refunds will be given.

Tour itinerary

ESCONDIDO AND FAGNANO LAKE EXCURSION

Duration: 6 hours and a half

Highlights: Paso Garibaldi viewpoint and Lakes Escondido and Fagnano.

Pick up in Ushuaia-Carvajal Valley Viewpoint

The tour will start with the pick up at your accommodation at 9:00 a.m. Be on time!

We will board a comfortable bus and head to the Carvajal Valley Viewpoint where you will be able to enjoy the views of the Cordillera. This will be the ideal moment to take out your cameras and start your photo session.

To get here we will have crossed valleys, dense forests and numerous rivers with incredible views.

Viewpoint with family selfie and lake view

Garibaldi Pass - Escondido Lake Viewpoint

After this visit we will go to the Garibaldi Pass viewpoint to admire the Escondido Lake in all its splendor. You can ask your guide the origin of the name of the lake, you will be surprised by the answer!

Afterwards we will head back to Ushuaia but first we will stop at one of the winter centers where we recommend you to taste the typical "asado de cordero fueguino" or one of the options offered there (food not included).

If you prefer, you can also bring your own picnic.

Enjoy!

Panoramic view of Lago Escondido with vegetation and valleys.

Return to Ushuaia

After about 6 and a half hours we will have concluded this tour and will drop you back at your accommodation.

We are sure that you will have enjoyed the peace and tranquility of nature and will return to Ushuaia with renewed energy.

Driver on the road

What to bring to Escondido & Fagnano Lakes Day from Ushuaia tour

During the months of December to February, when Ushuaia is in summer, you will find a cool and humid environment, with temperatures that vary between 10°C and 14°C (50°F and 59°F). It is worth mentioning that, during this season, there are many hours of sunlight, which allows you to especially enjoy outdoor activities, unlike the rest of the year.

For this activity, you will not need specific clothing, but we leave you a list of essentials so that you do not forget them:

  • Documentation (original passport)
  • Waterproof shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Raincoat or waterproof poncho
  • Warm jacket

Where does the tour Escondido & Fagnano Lakes Day from Ushuaia start

This tour includes pick up at your accommodation in Ushuaia at the established time.

There are different ways to get to Ushuaia:

  • By Air: There are several daily flights that land at Malvinas Argentinas International Airport. Direct flights with a duration of 3 hours and 5 hours those that make stopovers. It is possible to fly from cities like Cordoba and Mendoza -in addition to the Capital: Buenos Aires- and also the Patagonian cities.
  • By Land: The main national route to get there is the number from Rio Gallegos (Province of Santa Cruz, Argentina and you can also get to Ushuaia from Punta Arenas, Chile (in the Continent) to Porvenir (in the Big Island of Tierra del Fuego) -duration of 2.30 hours.

Questions & Answers

  • Is this tour suitable for all audiences?

    Yes, this tour is suitable for families and seniors. It is also suitable for pregnant women.

    But please note that it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

  • Is lunch included in the tour?

    No, food and drinks are not included in the tour. You will be able to consume whatever you want at the local restaurant where we will make the last stop (for a fee). You can also bring your own picnic and eat it when we make this stop.

  • Is the tour cancelled in case of bad weather?

    No, the tour departs daily as long as the excursion is safe and the roads are in good condition for driving.

  • Does the tour include pick up/drop off?

    Yes, the tour includes pick up service from your accommodation in Ushuaia. When the tour is over, we will also drop you off at your accommodation.

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