Departure from the local tourist dock, crossing Usuahia`s wide bay, to reach the Beagle Channel through Paso Chico.
There we will sail around Isla de Los Pájaros (Bird island) and Isla de los Lobos (Sea Lions island), where we will observe Skuas, Black Browed Albatross, Steamer Ducks, Cauquenes, Kelp gulls, Grey gulls, Sea Lions one and two hairs.
Both islands belong to the Bridges Archipelago.
Upon arrival at Faro Les Eclaireur (The Iluminators lighthouse), we will be able to see Shags and Cormorant colonies and also share the history of the SS Monte Cervantes Cruise which sank in 1930.
We will continue sailing East enjoying the exquisite scenery of the channel and the surrounding mountains, we will catch sight on the coast of Argentina, Puerto Almanza and on the coast of Chile, Naval Base Puerto Williams. There we will get to Isla Martillo (Hammer Island) where we will have the opportunity to see a colony of Magallanicos Penguins and some specimens of Papua Penguins.
There, we will change course to return to Usuahia, sailing near the north coast of the channel and spying the typical flora, overlooking some historical sites such as the Estancia Tunel (Tunnel Stay) and the Estancia Remolino, where the remains of the Vessel Monte Sarmiento lie since 1912.
Completing the journey we will discover the mountain range that surrounds the city of Usuahia and its magnificent nature. It is a tour of great historical value. We will sail our way through the waters of the Beagle Channel and visit interesting locations where we will explore the inmense natural beauty with Catamaranes Canoero.
Note:
- The trip might include a stopover Estancia Harberton.
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