Gable Island & Penguin colony with canoeing

OCT - MAR

From october to march

We depart from Ushuaia heading east on National Route No. 3 and then on Route "J". Once at the Lasiphashaj River, preparations will begin for paddling in inflatable canoes along the river and the Beagle Channel. Rubber boots, waterproof pants, and life jackets will be used for paddling downstream and across the sea. Once on the Beagle Channel, you will be able to appreciate the local wildlife, including a variety of seabirds, and it is also possible to spot sea lions.

Once the paddle is finished and you reach the main house of Estancia Harberton, a motorboat will be taken towards Martillo Island. From the boat, you will be able to spot penguins in their breeding site. The motorboat navigation continues until the main attraction of the day: the enormous Gable Island, where lunch awaits with a good Patagonian wine, soda, and mineral water.

After a coffee, the hike begins to explore this marvelous island. Along the way, you will encounter remains left behind by the Yámana civilization and the early settlers. Amidst a silence only disturbed by the wind and the birds, you can experience the sensation of being alone in the world.

After about two hours of hiking, you will return to Puerto Harberton by Zodiac boat to take the bus back to Ushuaia.

Itinerary

8:00/8:30 AM Hotel pick-up.

10:15 AM Arrival at Rio Lashifashaj, technical briefing, and preparation for canoeing.

12:15 PM End of the paddle and arrival at the estancia.

12:30 PM Boarding to the Penguin Colony and Gable Island.

12:50 PM Penguin Colony.

1:10 PM Departure towards Gable Island.

1:30 PM Arrival at Gable Island and disembarkation. Lunch.

3:00 PM Gable Island walk.

5:00 PM End of the walk. Cross to Harberton and return to the bus.

6:30 PM Arrival in Ushuaia.

Meals: Platter: pickled vegetables, olives, cheeses, ham. Lemon butter-baked Hake papillote with rustic potatoes and thyme-infused vegetables. Dessert: Panna cotta with a hint of pepper and wild berry jam.

Beverages: Mineral water, soda, and Patagonian red wine.

Highlights: Route J, Flag Trees, Harberton Estancia, Martillo Island Penguin Colony, Gable Island.

Includes: Transportation, bilingual (Spanish/English) guides, canoeing equipment, lunch with beverages.

Not included: Walking among the penguins on Martillo Island (additional cost for private groups, please inquire).

Canoeing: Moderate difficulty. For those who prefer not to paddle, a guided visit to Harberton Estancia is available.

Basic clothing recommendations: Suitable trekking shoes, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, extra pair of socks.

(*) All descriptions and itineraries are illustrative: Activity durations, sequence, and visited attractions may vary based on the guide's assessment and weather conditions.

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