Lake Escondido and Fagnano tour Ushuaia Andes hiking views

Two lakes and the largest peat bog in South America in one morning

A 6-hour guided tour of Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano near Ushuaia crosses the largest peat bog in South America, passes through Paso Garibaldi for panoramic Andes views, and includes a moderate hike around Lake Fagnano's shoreline. Hotel pickup and an English or Spanish-speaking guide are included. Coffee and tea are provided, and you'll visit a historic country house.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore lakes and local attractions

• Visit largest peat bog and Olivia River
• See Motorcycle Museum and Gin distillery tasting
• Enjoy panoramic view at Paso Garibaldi
• Hike around Lake Fagnano and have lunch

The experience

The tour starts by crossing the Olivia River through the largest peat bog in South America. From the vehicle you watch the landscape open into wide valleys ringed by mountains like Cerro Castor and Cerro Bonete. The Carbajal River winds through the terrain, and if conditions align, you may spot guanacos or condors moving across the slopes. This section sets the scale of what surrounds Ushuaia. The immensity is the point, not a quick drive-through.

The route then passes Paso Garibaldi on National Route Nº3, where the panoramic view of both Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano opens across the Andes. You'll also have the option to visit the Motorcycle Museum and the Fuegian Gin distillery, where a tasting is available. The guide can adjust the stops based on your interests and the day's conditions.

At Lake Fagnano, one of Argentina's largest lakes, you take a moderate hike around the shoreline. The walk is steady but not strenuous, and the scale of the water and the mountains framing it is the reward. On the return, the group stops in the valley. Bring lunch or arrange it separately, as the tour includes coffee and tea but not a meal. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the guide speaks English or Spanish.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ushuaia.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• entrance to the historic country house.
• coffee and tea.
• English or Spanish-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and SaturdayDeparts at 08:00Last departure this season: 22 Dec

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AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 19

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 30 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Pinguinos Expediciones

Is this one for you?At 6 hours, the tour leaves room for a separate meal and an afternoon activity, or a leisurely morning before departure. The moderate hike is steady but not demanding, so it suits travelers who want to walk without a strenuous climb.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is Lake Escondido and why does the tour cross a peat bog to see it?

Lake Escondido sits in a landscape shaped by the largest peat bog in South America, which the Olivia River crosses. The bog is the terrain itself: a vast wetland that defines the valleys and the approach to the lake, so crossing it is how you reach the panoramic views at Paso Garibaldi.

How difficult is the hike around Lake Fagnano?

The hike around Lake Fagnano is moderate: steady walking but suitable for all fitness levels. The distance and pace are manageable for most travelers, and the lake views and mountain backdrop make the walk the centerpiece of the day.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. The group stops in the valley on the return from Lake Fagnano, and you can bring your own meal or arrange one separately. Coffee and tea are provided during the tour.

What animals might I see on this tour?

Guanacos and condors are typical to the region and may appear in the valleys and mountains, though sightings depend on the season and conditions. The landscape itself (the peat bog, the rivers, and the Andes peaks) is what you're most certain to encounter.

How long is the tour and what should I bring?

The tour runs 6 hours. Bring water, a jacket for changing weather, and comfortable walking shoes for the moderate hike. Sunscreen and a hat are useful in the open landscape, and lunch if you prefer not to stop at a restaurant during the valley break.