Ushuaia Trekking & Canoeing: Tierra del Fuego National Park

Seven kilometers of forest and coast, then an hour paddling toward the sea

A full-day trek and canoe tour in Tierra del Fuego National Park near Ushuaia combines a 3-hour summer hike (or shorter winter walk) through native forest and along the Beagle Channel with a 1-hour paddle down the Lapataia River in inflatable canoes. Hotel pickup, a bilingual guide, hot lunch in a heated tent, and all canoeing equipment are included. The tour runs 7 to 10 hours in summer, 6 to 8 hours in winter, and canoeing difficulty is low. Winter visitors can choose to walk the Pipo River Valley instead or add a separate historical train ride.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Tierra del Fuego National Park6h
2. Lake Roca3h

Trekking and canoeing in national park

• Pickup from Ushuaia hotel
• Travel to Tierra del Fuego National Park
• Hike along coast or high pampa (summer)
• Or walk Río Pipo Valley or train ride (winter)
• Lunch in heated dome tent near Acigami Lake
• Canoe paddle on Lapataia River to Lapataia Bay
• Return to Ushuaia hotel

The experience

The day starts with a shared pickup from your Ushuaia hotel and a short drive to Tierra del Fuego National Park, about 7 miles away on the channel Charles Darwin once sailed. In summer, you'll hike roughly 7 km along the coast or high pampa (the route depends on weather and terrain) spotting the Beagle Channel's diverse bird life and Fuegian forest, with stops to take in views of Redonda, Hoste and Navarino islands and the remains of ancient Yámana settlements. Winter brings a different landscape: the Shore Path closes, so you'll either walk the Pipo River Valley or board the 'End of the World' train for an hour (train ticket separate), then continue by vehicle through Acigami Lake, Green Lagoon, and Ovando River with short forest walks, often across snow or ice.

After a 3-hour moderate hike in summer or an easy 2-hour walk in winter, you'll reach Acigami Lake, also called Lake Roca, where a heated dome-tent shelters you for lunch with panoramic views. A bilingual guide leads the group, and the meal includes hot beverages and wine. Then comes the paddle: equipped with inflatable canoes that seat up to 9 people plus the guide, you'll spend about an hour paddling down the Lapataia River from the freshwater lake toward the sea. The canoeing is low-difficulty, though it depends on weather conditions. If conditions allow, you'll reach Lapataia Bay where the river meets the ocean.

Hotel drop-off closes the day. Bring waterproof and fleece layers, good-grip shoes, a hat and sunglasses. The region is cold and wet year-round. The tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with cardiovascular concerns. Moderate fitness is expected. Children are welcome from age 5.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ushuaia.
• professional bilingual guide in English and Spanish.
• all canoeing equipment and inflatable canoes.
• hot lunch in a heated dome-tent with panoramic views.
• coffee, tea, mineral water, soft drinks and wine.
• snacks throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

AgesAdult (12 to 75 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

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.

Paid on siteUS$ 26

Prices and times updated 18 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Say Hueque Travel

Is this one for you?Choose the summer version if you want the full Beagle Channel coastal hike and island views. Pick winter if you prefer shorter walks and don't mind snow-covered terrain, or if you want to add the historical train ride separately. Either way, the canoe paddle down the Lapataia River is the same: a low-difficulty float toward the sea with all gear and a guide handling the logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What's the difference between the summer and winter versions of this tour?

Summer trekking follows the coast or high pampa for about 7 km with views of the Beagle Channel and island vistas. Winter closes that route, so you walk the Pipo River Valley instead or take the 'End of the World' train (ticket separate), then drive to lakes and lagoons for shorter forest walks often on snow. Both versions include the canoe paddle down the Lapataia River.

How difficult is the canoeing part?

The canoeing difficulty is low. You'll paddle inflatable canoes (duckies) down the Lapataia River for about an hour, and the boats seat up to 9 people plus the guide. Canoeing is subject to weather conditions, so reaching Lapataia Bay where the river meets the sea is not guaranteed.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional bilingual guide in English and Spanish, all canoeing equipment, lunch with hot beverages and wine, snacks, and water are included. The park entrance fee and the optional 'End of the World' train ticket (winter only) are separate.

How long does the whole day take?

Summer tours run 7 to 10 hours total, with a 3-hour hike. Winter tours run 6 to 8 hours, with shorter walks of no more than 90 minutes total. The canoe paddle lasts about an hour in both seasons.

What should I bring and wear?

Bring a waterproof jacket, fleece jacket, extra socks, waterproof shoes or sneakers with good grip, a hat or cap, and sunglasses. The region is cold and wet, and you'll be outside for most of the day, so layering and protection from wind and rain are essential.