Martillo Island Penguins Day Trip

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146 reviews | 2,819 travellers

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On this day trip, you'll see the famous penguins of Martillo Island and enjoy a boat trip through the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia.

Description

On this day trip, you'll see the famous penguins of Martillo Island and enjoy a boat trip through the Beagle Channel from Ushuaia.

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll embark from the Ushuaia tourist pier, ready to set sail on a peaceful boat trip through the Beagle Channel. On this first part of the trip, we'll explore the waters of Paso Chico.

During the cruise, we'll sail alongside Bird Island, where we'll see birds such as skuas, black-browed albatrosses, steamer ducks, geese, kelp gulls, and gray gulls.

We'll continue very close to the Isla de los Lobos, 'Wolf Island', home to one- and two-furred sea lions, and we'll see the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse. The boat trip will continue to the famous Martillo Island, where we'll admire its penguin colony. Did you know that this island is home to one of the most famous Magellanic penguin colonies in the world? We'll also be able to see Gentoo penguins!

On the way back, we'll be able to see from the boat historical places such as the Túnel and Remolino ranches and the semi-sunken hull of the Monte Sarmiento ship.

After sighting the penguin colony on Martillo Island, we'll head for the tourist pier in Ushuaia, where we'll return after 4.5 hours.

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Duration

4h 30m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Boat trip

English–speaking guide

When to book?

You can book up until 30 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. Free wheelchair loan service available. Accessible toilets.
Sustainability
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Sustainability Code

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Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

Printed material is avoided.

Is there a water dispenser.

No single-use plastics are used.

The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.

The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.

The activity promotes local production.

No printing of documentation required.

Promotes local employment.

Has a gender equality policy.

Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
Canoero Catamaranes Show more

Canoero Catamaranes

Corporate name: Los Yamanas S.A.

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Pets

Allowed, animals under 10 kg.
Frequently asked questions
Q - What happens if the weather were bad?

A - In case of adverse weather conditions, the tour will be suspended and we'll offer you the possibility of taking the tour on another day.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 5 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Ushuaia Tourist Pier

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Reviews
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5 out of 146 reviews

8.5 / 10

8.4794520546712 146 reviews | 2,819 travellers

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10

Nov / 07 / 2024

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Carolina

Brazil

O passeio foi perfeito! Tudo muito bem organizado, o catamaram em ótimas condições. Durante o passeio você tem a opção de ficar dentro ou fora do barco, dentro tem uma temperatura muito agradável, com cantina onde se pode comprar lanches rápidos e bebidas quentes. Tem equipe de fotógrafos, que fazem fotos durante o passeio, com preço a combinar. No barco aceitavam real com um bom valor de câmbio, valendo mais a pena do que pagar os itens adquiridos em pesos. Translate this opinion into English.

The tour was perfect! Everything was very well organized, the catamaran was in excellent condition. During the tour you have the option of staying inside or outside the boat, the temperature inside is very pleasant, with a canteen where you can buy quick snacks and hot drinks. There is a team of photographers who take photos during the tour, at a price that can be negotiated. On the boat they accept reais at a good exchange rate, which is more worthwhile than paying for the items purchased in pesos. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

10

Oct / 17 / 2024

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Antonio

Ciudad Real, Spain

Increíble, vale cada peso que cuesta. La única forma de ver pingüinos en Ushuaia. Pero no solo, se ve muchísima otra fauna tan cerca que puedes olerlos. Elefantes marinos, lobos marinos, cormoranes e infinidad de aves antárticas en su hábitat, peleando por comida. Llévate buen abrigo y cortavientos para poder pasar la mayor parte del tiempo en la cubierta exterior admirando este documental de naturaleza en primera fila. Translate this opinion into English.

Incredible, worth every penny. The only way to see penguins in Ushuaia. But not only that, you can see a lot of other fauna so close that you can smell them. Elephant seals, sea lions, cormorants and countless Antarctic birds in their habitat, fighting for food. Bring a good coat and windbreaker so you can spend most of your time on the outside deck admiring this nature documentary in the front row. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

10

Oct / 10 / 2024

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Jose Manuel Moreno Jiménez

Mérida, Mexico

Excelente viaje, solo que son muy excesivo la compra de fotos, el que te va comprar las fotos unabez notificado va solo a pedirlas, es muy abrumante hacia los pasajeros volver escuchar el mismo mensaje 25 veces, mejor usen otra táctica mercanoctenica, hagan una lona y expongas las fotos si usan el servicio de fotos del barco que incluya el precio, que es eso un motivo principal pq no lo compra uno, en usd para hacer la conversión y desidir Todo lo.demas.muy bien,.felicitaciones Manuel MoreMéxico Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent trip, except that the purchase of photos is very excessive, the person who is going to buy the photos once notified will just ask for them, it is very overwhelming for the passengers to hear the same message 25 times, better use another marketing tactic, make a banner and display the photos if you use the ship's photo service that includes the price, which is a main reason why one does not buy it, in USD to make the conversion and decide Everything else. Very good, congratulations Manuel MoreMexico Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

10

Nov / 14 / 2023

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Anonymous

Mexico

El paseo dura 5 horas aproximadamente, hay espacio suficiente para que todos transiten por el barco. Hay alimentos y bebidas dentro, y un equipo de fotógrafos que si lo deseas puedes comprar las fotos. Las vistas están muy bonitas, solo el tiempo para estar en los puntos de interés es muy cortito. Translate this opinion into English.

The ride lasts approximately 5 hours, there is enough space for everyone to move around the boat. There is food and drinks inside, and a team of photographers who, if you wish, can buy the photos. The views are very beautiful, only the time to be at the points of interest is very short. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

10

Nov / 03 / 2024

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Jonathan

The Dominican Republic

Increíble el tour, el staff fue súper amigable y servicial. 10/10 Translate this opinion into English.

Amazing tour, the staff was super friendly and helpful. 10/10 Opinion translated. Show original.

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