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Ushuaia Private Shore Excursion City Tour and Bahía Cucharita

About this experience

Arriving in Ushuaia by cruise? Skip the crowded buses and discover the southernmost city in the world on a private tour, just for your group, with a local guide who lives here.

Right after pickup at the pier, we head to the old airport viewpoint for the best panoramic view of the city, the bay and the Beagle Channel. Then we drive up to the base of the Martial Glacier trail, where you can walk through native lenga forest, cross a mountain stream and warm up with a hot drink at a cozy mountain cabin.

We continue to Bahía Cucharita, a quiet beach where the mountains drop straight into the sea, offering a completely different view of Tierra del Fuego. Back in town, visit the historic End of the World Prison, the Malvinas Memorial and the famous "Fin del Mundo" sign.

The tour adapts to your interests and your ship's schedule, and you'll be back at the pier at least 1 hour before all-aboard.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Ushuaia Private Shore Excursion City Tour and Bahía Cucharita

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (written information), English (written information), Italian (written information), French (written information), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Agua Enbotellada

Itinerary and highlights

Your local guide takes you to a panoramic viewpoint over the Beagle Channel, where you'll see Ushuaia framed between the Martial Mountains and the sea. A great first stop for photos while you hear how the channel got its name and why it was key for navigators heading to Cape Horn and Antarctica.

We drive up to the base of the Martial Glacier trail, surrounded by native forest. Here you can take a short walk through the beautiful lenga woods, crossing a mountain stream, and enjoy panoramic views of Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel. At the trailhead there's a cozy mountain cabin where you can stop for a hot tea, coffee or a snack (not included).

Stop at the old airport viewpoint on the peninsula, one of the best spots to see the whole city of Ushuaia spread along the bay, with the Martial Mountains behind it and the Beagle Channel in front. The perfect place for panoramic photos, and often for spotting your own cruise ship at the pier.

We stop at the small beach at the start of the Bahía Cucharita trail, a quiet spot away from the city. Here the mountains drop straight into the sea, giving you a completely different perspective of Tierra del Fuego's landscape. A perfect place for photos and to enjoy the calm of the bay.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Your guide will be waiting at the cruise pier exit gate on Av. Maipú, holding a sign with the lead traveler's name. Please share your ship's name and all-aboard time when booking. If disembarkation is delayed, we track your ship and will wait for you at no extra cost. If you can't find your guide.
  • Your guide will be waiting at the cruise pier exit gate on Av. Maipú, holding a sign with your name. Please share your ship's name and all-aboard time when booking. If your disembarkation is delayed, don't worry: we track your ship's arrival and will wait for you. You will be back at the pier at least 1 hour before all-aboard.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Written
  • English — Written
  • Italian — Written
  • French — Written
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Penguin Explorer

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Your guide will be waiting at the cruise pier exit gate on Av. Maipú, holding a sign with your name. Please share your ship's name and all-aboard time when booking. If your disembarkation is delayed, don't worry: we track your ship's arrival and will wait for you. You will be back at the pier at least 1 hour before all-aboard.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (written information), English (written information), Italian (written information), French (written information), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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