What to see in Ushuaia in winter: 10 unmissable postcards

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Have you already planned your next trip during the winter season? The End of the World has many secrets to discover, and we are ready to reveal them to you! For this reason, we share with you 10 reasons to get to know Ushuaia in winter. We will probably help you decide what to see in Ushuaia in winter.

1. Beagle Channel

Have you ever seen two oceans come together? That is one of the attractions of this mythical channel. Its blue and crystalline waters bathe the south coast of the big island of Tierra del Fuego. It constitutes an important ecosystem that is home to a large number of marine species. These are usually spotted quite easily, as is the case with sea lions, penguins and killer whales.

2. Faro Les Éclaireurs

Our iconic red and white navigator guide stands on a small islet that bears his name. Although it is not possible to access the rocky island, our boats get close enough to admire it up close. One of its most important functions is that of an unmissable postcard for visitors to the End of the World.

3. The End of the World Train

A beautiful tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park. The snowy landscape unparalleled frames the beautiful walk creating dream images. The train recreates the last seven kilometers of the original journey, which transported prisoners to and from the jail at the end of the world.

4. Paso Garibaldi

Panoramic point par excellence. From this viewpoint, located 450 meters above sea level, you can appreciate the natural beauty of the Escondido and Fagnano lakes. It is the southernmost mountain pass in the world.

5. Tierra del Fuego National Park

This nature reserve, with more than 68,000 hectares, is an ideal space to relax and enjoy. One of the few national parks that combines different types of landscape. You will find both the freshness of the forest and the immensity of the valleys as well as beautiful lakes of glacial origin and the marine air of the oceanic coast.

The most impressive landscapes

6. Emerald Lagoon

This beautiful mirror of water of glacial origin will make you sigh. It is located 450 meters above sea level. Its beauty in winter is unique as it can be seen frozen against the backdrop of the Ojo del Albino glacier.

7. Glaciar Martial

In an unforgettable trek, you climb its more than 800 meters of height. The snow at the end of the world, famous for its quality, is ideal for practicing mountain sports such as skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing.

8. Sunsets

Wherever you are in Ushuaia, the moment when the sunset surprises you will be worthy of admiration. The colors of the sky pay an excellent tribute to the name of the big island of Tierra del Fuego, due to its reddish tints and the texture of the clouds when they reflect this set of lights. Probably one of the most unforgettable moments.

9. Ruta 3

This mythical route extends for more than 3000 kilometers and along its route joins 5 Argentine provinces. This is how your tour ends in Bahía Lapataia, in the Tierra del Fuego National Park.

10. Snowy forest

This dreamlike landscape will transport you to a fairytale setting. Get to know its ancient ñires and lengas, located on the mountain slopes of the Fuegian Andes.

We hope we have helped you decide what to see in Ushuaia in winter!