Beagle Channel Cruise & Sea Lion Island

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**The best excursion to Sea Lion and Bird Islands is a half-day cruise along the Beagle Channel, offering incredible panoramic views of the city and its surroundings.** From the catamaran, we will observe several points of interest, including the famous Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, and get up close to the local wildlife as we sail around Sea Lion Island and Bird Island. Additionally, we will disembark on Bridges Island, where we will walk a short trail, learn about the history of the Yámana people, and reach a panoramic viewpoint with breathtaking views of the Beagle Channel, the city of Ushuaia, and the Andes Mountains. The **Beagle Channel & Sea Lion Island Navigation** is a must-do activity during your visit to Ushuaia. Don’t miss it! **The tour begins with pickup from Ushuaia hotels and transfer to the "Don Eduardo Arturo Brisighelli" Tourist Port, where we board the boat. As we sail away, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of the city, its landmarks, and the stunning landscape, featuring Mount Olivia, the Cinco Hermanos, and the Fique and Túnel Estancias.** We’ll head to the Bridges Islands, where we’ll disembark for a peaceful walk. Here, we’ll explore: - **Yámana Shell Middens:** Near the pier, we’ll find archaeological remains of Yámana settlements, learning about their way of life through our guide's stories. - **Island Flora:** We’ll follow a nature trail to discover the unique plants, flowers, and fruits of this special ecosystem. Back on board, we’ll sail southwest to Sea Lion Island for a close-up view of these playful marine mammals in their natural habitat. We'll spend around 20 minutes observing them. Next, we’ll visit Bird Island, home to Magellanic and Imperial Cormorants, and enjoy prime views of the local seabird population. Our journey continues to the **Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse**, where we’ll also see the wreck of the **Monte Cervantes**, which sank in 1930. Photography lovers need not worry! The catamaran stops at each key point and rotates for the best photo angles. We’ll return to Ushuaia via the Paso Chico, with beautiful views of the Túnel and Fique Estancias, Mount Martial, and its glacier.