5 hours · Ushuaia · Argentina
A walk in Tierra del Fuego through old forest and peatland to Laguna Esmeralda, with the peaks standing over it.
The Emerald Lagoon is one of the city’s most popular tourist destinations, and in winter it takes on a unique beauty. The moderately difficult trekking trail passes through forests, rivers, beaver dams, and peat bogs, until it reaches the lagoon, which partially freezes over and reflects the surrounding mountains.This excursion is perfect for nature and adventure lovers.
- Length
- 5 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Spanish / English
- Departs
- every day
Itinerary
How the day runs
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Step 1
Pick up from your Hotel
- The adventure begins on the trail to Laguna Esmeralda, located in the Valle Tierra Mayor Nature and Landscape Reserve, which is accessed from National Route 3, 18 kilometers from the city of Ushuaia.
- In our winter version, after equipping ourselves with crampons or snowshoes, we begin a hike that will take us to a beautiful place among snow-capped mountains that will give the landscape a striking panorama.
- At the beginning of the trail, the dominant vegetation is the lenga forest, a tree native to the area. The route continues through areas where foliage alternates with peat bogs, until reaching a high mountain environment, with an average altitude of 600 meters above sea level. Once you reach the lagoon, you can appreciate the majestic forest and snow-capped peaks that surround it. The greenish color of its waters is due to the sediment from the Ojo del Albino Glacier, a fantastic feature of this hike, as the color can be seen from wherever you are.
- Drop off at your Hotel
What's included
- ✓ Shared tour with other passengers
- ✓ Professional guide
- ✓ Pick up and Drop off
Not included
- — Winter clothing
- — Trekking shoes/snow boots and appropriate clothing for this time of year are essential for this activity.
- — Personal travel insurance
- — Gratuities
What to bring
- Waterproof jacket + fleece jacket.
- Waterproof shoes or sneakers with good traction.
- In the summer months, we recommend a hat or cap, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Know before you go
- ESSENTIAL INFORMATION: Clothing (hat, gloves, waterproof and warm jacket). Waterproof snow/trekking shoes. Physical fitness is required for this hike; those with physical limitations or who lack appropriate clothing and footwear will not be able to participate.
Meeting point
Ushuaia
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$136 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
5 hours.
What's included?
Shared tour with other passengers, Professional guide, Pick up and Drop off.
What's not included?
Winter clothing, Trekking shoes/snow boots and appropriate clothing for this time of year are essential for this activity., Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.
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