The Fuegian Andes - Lake Fagnano & Lake Escondido

Highlights / General details

Leave Ushuaia, traveling through the peat bog covered valleys of the southernmost outstretches of the Fuegian Andes. Explore the nature of the region in the Carbajal, Huskies, Tierra Mayor and Las Cotorras Valleys, popular winter month cross-country skiing destinations.

Points of Interest: Fuegian Andes; Carbajal, the Huskies, Tierra Mayor and Las Cotorras Valleys; The Garibaldi Pass; Lakes Escondido and Fagnano; Traditional Fueguian Lamb Barbecue Lunch.

Inclusion

Roundtrip Transfers from Ushuaia Hotels; English/Spanish Guide.

Exclusion

Lunch; National Park Entrance Fee; Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available: Daily; Departs at 8:00am.

Duration

Approximately 8 Hours.

Location Departure Point: Hotels in Ushuaia.

Itinerary We will start by crossing the sharply rising Andes at Garibaldi Pass (1,476 feet/450 meters), host to spectacular views of the lakes Escondido and Fagnano. Then travel down the mountain to Petrel "hosteria" beside Escondido Lake for a little time to absorb the surroundings and their rustic charm. After spending some time, we will continue with a visit to the Martinez Sawmill along Lake Fagnano. This interesting sight provides a glimpse into local history (no longer in operation). After enjoying the scenery of the lake, our final stop is Las Cotorras Valley where we will indulge in a traditional Fueguian lamb barbecue.

Location

Departure Point: Hotels in Ushuaia.

Itinerary We will start by crossing the sharply rising Andes at Garibaldi Pass (1,476 feet/450 meters), host to spectacular views of the lakes Escondido and Fagnano. Then travel down the mountain to Petrel "hosteria" beside Escondido Lake for a little time to absorb the surroundings and their rustic charm. After spending some time, we will continue with a visit to the Martinez Sawmill along Lake Fagnano. This interesting sight provides a glimpse into local history (no longer in operation). After enjoying the scenery of the lake, our final stop is Las Cotorras Valley where we will indulge in a traditional Fueguian lamb barbecue.

Policies Tour requires a 2 passenger minimum to operate. June through September, the tour does not visit Lake Fagnano, instead enjoying additional time for winter activities at Lake Escondido.

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