All my tours include the service of professional guide with vehicle and a snack service with hot drinks (tea, coffee, mate) and some local specialties.
Ushuaia is known as the City of the End of the World and has a rich and interesting history that goes from the first native inhabitants to the explorers and the missionaries. It is surrounded by the Andes Mountains and faces the Beagle Channel discovered by Captain Fitz Roy, which joins the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and is home to a varied fauna.
During this virtual tour we will tour the city, visit the Old Prision, the Malvinas Monument and the two Ushuaia signs. Then, we will tour the Mission district and several residential neighborhoods so that you can appreciate the local architecture and learn about life in this beautiful city. We will enjoy incredible panoramic views and end the visit with a Virtual taste of our Mate tea tradition in our house!
I really enjoyed Barbara’s effort in showing maps and explaining the importance of the region as “the end of the world”. I also enjoyed how she highlighted both touristy interest and local business and industry.
We will connect via Zoom™ and after getting to know each other we will start watching the video specially designed for you. While we watch the video, I will be guiding you live and you will be able to ask questions as we go along. Leaving Ushuaia and enjoying a panoramic view, we will head towards Tierra del Fuego National Park, travelling along National Route number 3.
We will also take some virtual walks to appreciate the local flora and fauna. Because the tour is filmed specifically for this purpose, you will feel like you are really walking through the park with me. Don't miss it!
We loved the dynamics of the intuitive video. It begins by locating in time and space; it combines history (past) present, nature, architecture... the duration makes one stay attentive and not get tired, we loved it all! It exceeded our expectations! Thank you Bar!
Leaving the city and passing by some panoramic points, we will head towards the park, travelling along National Route N3. We will cross valleys and rivers until we get to the protected area. Once there, we will visit the most iconic places, such as the end of the Pan-American route and the Post Office. We will also take some walks to enjoy the local flora and the silence of the fuegian forest.
Note: This visit can be combined with the ride on the End of the World Train.
This visit can be combined with the ride on the End of the World Train.
We really enjoyed our tour to the end of the world with Barbara. She was very professional, knowledgeable, friendly and fun. The picnic she offered us near the lake was a bonus and we really enjoyed the things she prepared for us. All the food and drinks were local products. I highly recommend this tour and Barbara.
During the tour will be visiting different neighborhoods offering many unique photo opportunities and learning about the beginnings of the southernmost city in the world, with stories of the Natives, the Missionaries, the prisoners and the explorers!
If you enjoy hiking, you have the option of visiting a waterfall after the tour of the city. We will drive 5 minutes out of the city limits and we will hike up to the waterfall.
Notice: to go on this tour you should be able to walk uphill on uneven paths and have trekking shoes with a good grip.
We can also end the tour visiting a local tea house with an amazing view of the city and enjoy some local delicacies
Thank you very much for letting us know your beautiful city and for showing us what life is like in the most remote part of the world!
After a short stop at the Museum just for pictures, we will start our drive out of the city and start driving Route 3 towards east. You will soon start enjoying the views of the Patagonian Andes, with jagged Mountains, peat bog valleys, and the native forest which will accompany us during most of our drive. We will pass by the area of the winter sports centers and the Cerro Castor until we reach the viewpoint of the Escondido Lake. Finally, we will go to Lake Fagnano, the largest lake on the island and one of the largest in Patagonia.
Barbara was available even though our boat arrived several days early. She offered us a fantastic, relaxing and unforgettable tour of the Andean lakes near Ushuaia. It was a pleasure to enjoy the day with her who is very relaxed but very knowledgeable. She gave us exactly what we needed, a tour of magnificent views in the mountains away from the hordes of tourists. The picnic by the lake with mate and cakes was a special touch. We would recommend her as a guide to absolutely everyone, a perfect day!
The only one who was accepted was the Anglican Reverend Thomas Bridges, who founded the Mission in 1870 and lived there until 1886. In that year, he moved with his family to the family ranch located 70 km from the city, Harberton Ranch.
This estancia was declared a National Historic Monument in 1999 and is a very interesting visit.
The drive to the estancia is full of peat bogs and dams built by the beavers, as well as beautiful views of the mountains and the Beagle Channel. Once in the estancia, you will be able to visit the historical buildings and the museum of Marine Biology.
Then we will continue to Puerto Almanza, a small and picturesque fishing village home of the fishermen who catch the famous King Crab of the Beagle channel. You will have the option of enjoying lunch at one of the many picturesque restaurantes.
Our group of 6 was lucky to have Barbara as a guide and Pablo as a driver. They did a great job showing us the beautiful landscape of Ushuaia. Barbara is very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We stopped at a lake for tea and some snacks she brought us. What a nice woman to spend the day, learning so much about the area. Thank you Barbara!
We will also hike up to two beautiful waterfalls
Lunch is not included and completely optional. Ask for Lunch Box option
Notice: To go on the hikes you will have to be able to walk uphill on uneven terrain and have trekking shoes with a good grip
To reach it we will drive National Road 3 and enjoy incredible views fo both Escondido and Fagnano Lakes.
After 2 hours we will stop at Tolhuin, a small village on the coast of the Lake and after a short break we will continue for a few more kilometers until reaching a secondary gravel road full of Guanacos and Estancias.
Once on the coast, we will visit a stranded boat, the Desdémona, and hike up to an old lighthouse from where you will enjoy great views.
Lunch is not included. There is an option of having a quick lunch at a local fishermen’s camping that offers some fish options. Check for Lunch Box option.
It might be possible that my published tours don’t go exactly with your travel plans, weather is because you have little time or because you want to visit somewhere off the beaten tracks. You may want to do 2 tours on the same day but in less hours. Everything can be arranged!
Just send me a message with your request and I’ll send you a tailor made tour that meets your needs.