About this experience
The Summit of Ushuaia, Mount Alvear, with its 1,326 meters above sea level, rises like a giant prominence over Ushuaia. Reaching its summit is a feat that few can match, and will take you to the top of this picturesque city. Unmatched Panoramic Views, from the top, you will be rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the Domo Blanco Glacier, Albino Glacier Lago Fagnano and the Beagle Channel. Plus, you'll have a unique view of the snow-capped peaks and surrounding glaciers that make this region a natural paradise. Nature at its finest, during the ascent, you will enter a virgin and diverse natural environment. You will cross lenga forests, cross crystalline streams and venture into the world of glaciers, all in one trip.
a unique experience at the end of the world!
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
The W Trek in Torres del Paine, Planned Properly
Permits, refugios, weather windows, and packing notes for the most-walked route in Chilean Patagonia.
Torres del Paine Guide for First Timers
Plan a first visit to Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia with practical advice on Puerto Natales, transport, advance bookings, winter trail rules, weather, and scenic non-hiking options.
What is included
- Private transportation
- Safety equipment, helmets, harnesses, canes
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Safety equipment: Helmet, harness.
- Brunch
Itinerary and highlights
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with our exciting climb to Mount Alvear in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. This mountaineering experience will take you to explore the most remote and majestic corners of Argentine Patagonia while you face one of the most epic challenges at the end of the world.
Our itinerary proposes an ascent along its “western” route, entering the well-known French Valley that gives us an implacable view of the Bouvier mountain range (northern head of Lake Khami [Fagnano]).
The western route technically has a low difficulty and physically requires that we have an acceptable and active state since the ascent for the day, although it is 15 km, offers us a positive gradient of approximately 1,200m. Therefore, experience in mountain trekking is required.
The summit has one of the most complete views of the mountain range. From the top we can see the Darwin mountain range, the Onashaga channel (Beagle), Lake Khami (Fagnano), a fantastic view of the Ojo del Albino glacier and Domo Blanco, among other attractions.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all travelers at their accommodation
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- 54° Trek-expeditions
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Very good physical condition is required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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