Can we see penguins in Ushuaia?

The most famous place to see penguins in Ushuaia is Isla Martillo or also known as La Pingüinera, this island is considered the only penguin colony in the region and is located about 90 km from the southern city.



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So, is Ushuaia worth visiting? Yes, absolutely. It´s a wonderful city. Furthermore, it is also perfect to be combined with El Calafate from where you can visit the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier and many other glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park, and then continue to Chile to visit Torres del Paine.

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Beagle Channel Ushuaia faces out towards a crystal channel of spectacular fjords known as Beagle Channel. Tours along this channel weave in and out of sparkling icebergs whilst spotting seabirds gliding above and marine animals diving below.

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September is the season for penguins to arrive in Patagonia. This is when they come to breed, with most chicks hatching every year in November. You can see penguins in Argentina between September and mid-March.

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While there are plenty of tours in Ushuaia that will allow you to see the penguins from afar and on a boat, Piratour is the only tour allowed to bring a small and highly limited group of people to walk amongst the penguins on Martillo Island.

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But when should you go to Antarctica to see penguins? Trips to Antarctica travel between November and March yet it's important to know exactly which penguins are doing what during which months so you don't go at a time when penguin viewing will be less than stellar. November is a beautiful time to go to Antarctica.

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Planning Your Visit Aim to spend a minimum of three days in Ushuaia: this allows you a day in the national park, a half-day cruise on the Beagle Channel and a day looking around the city's various museums. If you want to do some winter sports or explore further afield, a 6-day stay is preferable.

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Ushuaia is a compact, walkable city, though plenty of taxis are available. Several car hire outlets have offices at the airport; they don't allow you to take vehicles out of Argentina. The Tren del Fin del Mundo (End of World Train) is a fun experience, but not practical for getting from A to B.

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2 days is enough to explore central Ushuaia but I recommend allowing yourself at least 5 if you plan on hiking in Parque Nacional Tierra Del Fuego or taking a boat trip to explore the islands of the Beagle Channel.

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Waterproof clothing and footwear are essential to protect you from rains and snowfalls. In addition to a warm jacket or coat, it is advisable to wear thermal shirts, tights and socks, sweatshirts and fleece or cotton jackets.

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More than a million and a half charming penguins come here to breed every year. So, to make sure you meet these beauties, you should visit this area between September and March, but the best season to see them is after November, when their babies are born.

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