Tolkeyen is a tourism agency that offers all kinds of excursions and also provides navigation services through the Beagle Channel. It sails on large catamarans.
This excursion goes to Bird Island, Sea Lion Island and includes a trekking through Bridge Island.
Daily departures at 10 am and 3 pm. 3 hours duration
Tolkeyen also offers a sailing to Martillo Island, better known as The Penguinera, where a large colony of Magellanic and Papua penguins can be observed. The tour also passes by Bird Island and Sea Lion Island.
The other option repeats the previous tour to the penguin colony, but includes a visit at the Harberton Farm. This tour departs from the port by catamaran and returns in the city by bus via highway J.
The journey to Round Island begins at the port of Ushuaia. From there, a boat sets off towards the Beagle Channel, offering panoramic views of the city, the surrounding mountains, and the maritime horizon. During the trip, it is common to spot local wildlife such as sea lions and cormorants.
Once on Round Island, visitors are welcomed by a pristine natural environment. The island is a haven of tranquility, featuring native forests, beaches, and breathtaking views of the Beagle Channel and nearby islands. Here, visitors can hike along trails leading to various viewpoints and observe a wide variety of birds.
Tourist Port Office
Av. Prefectura Naval s/n
informes@tolkeyenpatagonia.com
Sales Office
+54 2901 437073 / +54 2901 424504
San Martín 409
About 90 kilometers from Ushuaia lies Martillo Island, better known as "the penguin colony," the only one in Tierra del Fuego.
Between October and April, it's possible to see two species of penguins that come to spend their reproductive period on this island in the channel: the Magellanic penguin and the Gentoo penguin, albeit in smaller numbers. Occasionally, you may be surprised by King Penguins.
There are different excursions that take you to see this incredible place.
Some providers start the tour from the commercial pier, passing by some islands until reaching the penguin colony.
Others include the transfer to Puerto Almanza, and from there, the navigation begins. This tour, depending on the company you hire, can be done by sailboat or motorboat.
The last option includes the transfer to Estancia Harberton, from where the navigation starts, and a walk through the penguin colony.
Here are the companies that offer these excursions. Choose the one that best suits your needs.