About The Port Of Ushuaia
Set at the southern edge of South America, Ushuaia sits where the Andes descend to meet the Beagle Channel, its snow-capped Martial Mountains rising behind a colorful waterfront city. Known as the "End of the World," this Argentine port serves as the principal departure point for expeditions to Antarctica and the surrounding Tierra del Fuego archipelago, giving arriving travelers a striking first impression of rugged peaks and glacial waters.
The compact downtown lies within easy walking distance of the pier, its streets lined with shops, cafés, and outfitters catering to hikers and sailors alike. Beyond the town, Tierra del Fuego National Park offers trails through forest and peat bog to lake and coastal views, while boat excursions on the Beagle Channel pass sea lion colonies and lighthouse islets. Ushuaia rewards those who linger with a genuine frontier atmosphere, framed by mountains, channel, and the promise of wilder shores beyond.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Ushuaia.
Hike Tierra del Fuego National Park
Trails wind through lenga forest and peat bog to Lapataia Bay's lake and coastal views, about a 20-minute drive from the pier; go with a guided excursion or taxi to make the most of limited time.
Cruise the Beagle Channel
Boat excursions of two to three hours glide past sea lion colonies, cormorant rookeries, and the iconic Les Eclaireurs lighthouse; book ahead as sailings fill quickly during port calls.
Wander Downtown Ushuaia
Stroll San Martín Avenue's outfitters, cafés, and souvenir shops within easy walking distance of the pier, and pause for a photo at the End of the World signpost near the waterfront.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Ushuaia
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 30 | $44,918 | ||
| Nov 4, 2026 | Ponant Cruises | L'Austral | 14 | $14,040 | ||
| Nov 4, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 21 | $22,410 | ||
| Nov 5, 2026 | Lindblad Expeditions | NG Endurance | 8 | $12,130 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | Lindblad Expeditions | NG Resolution | 21 | $39,138 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | Quark Expeditions | World Voyager | 10 | $16,771 | ||
| Nov 8, 2026 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 9 | $15,954 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | HX | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 11 | $10,842 | ||
| Nov 10, 2026 | HX | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 10 | $9,389 | ||
| Nov 11, 2026 | Swan Hellenic | SH Minerva | 9 | $9,800 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Lindblad Expeditions | NG Endurance | 21 | $33,301 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Quark Expeditions | Ocean Explorer | 10 | $17,006 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Ponant Cruises | Le Boreal | 18 | $23,020 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Traveller | 16 | $16,039 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Swan Hellenic | SH Diana | 9 | $9,800 | ||
| Nov 12, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 10 | $5,938 | ||
| Nov 13, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Polaris | 12 | $10,299 | ||
| Nov 14, 2026 | HX | MS Roald Amundsen | 15 | $11,103 | ||
| Nov 15, 2026 | Quark Expeditions | World Voyager | 10 | $16,411 | ||
| Nov 15, 2026 | Quark Expeditions | Ultramarine | 13 | $27,571 |
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