Ushuaia: Emerald Lagoon and Tierra del Fuego Valleys Trek｜Argentina

We'll take you along a trail with the most stunning landscapes in Ushuaia to discover the magnificent Emerald Lagoon. On this trail of about 10 kilometers (round trip), we have the opportunity to experience some of the different environments that Tierra del Fuego Island has to offer, to walk through the island's native forest, to discover the important peat bogs and their beautiful reddish hues, and to hike through the spectacular Tierra del Fuego Andes.

Along the way, we'll also see beaver lodges and learn about the history of the beaver, an animal introduced to the island, and its current impact on the native ecosystem. We'll come across various birds typical of the environments we'll be passing through (upland geese, woodpeckers, caranchos, condors, among others).

Finally, after a pleasant hike, we'll reach the incredible Emerald Lagoon (in the winter season, from June to September, the lagoon is frozen), where you can admire its striking bluish-green color, which is due to its glacial origin. We'll take a break here. We'll have time to take photos, stroll along the shore of the lagoon, and recharge our batteries with a delicious picnic by the lagoon before heading back to the city.

During the winter season, warm clothing and waterproof shoes are mandatory, as temperatures can drop below 0 degrees Celsius and we often walk on snow and ice.