For safety reasons, mountain clothing is necessary for this activity. In case you do not have the appropriate clothing you will have the option to rent. We get to the starting point by following national route 3 for about 17 kilometers; we begin the hike at the trail’s parking lot, which quickly takes us deep into the forest. The trail takes us close to a beaver dam and crosses the valley until finding a peat bog, where it will follow the Esmeralda river all the way to its source in the Esmeralda lagoon. After a final climb, we will get to the lagoon: frozen in the winter and dazzling us with its stunning color during the summer. If the weather is good enough, we will have lunch by the lagoon with a breathtaking view of the Albino glacier, the lagoon, and the surroundings. Afterward, we will take the same trail back to the transfer that will take you to your hotel.

Ideal for nature enthusiasts, this tour ventures into the heart of the Tierra del Fuego Nature Reserve and Landscape, home to the stunning Emerald Lagoon. The 4-hour Ushuaia Esmeralda Lagoon Trek provides opportunities to admire scenic landscapes and observe local flora. With luck, you might even spot foxes, condors, and beavers along the way.

Albino Eye Glacier Trekking The adventure has a total distance of 19 km where we cross the Tierra Mayor valley (one of the largest wetlands), we cross the fantastic nothofagus forest, we visit the Esmeralda lagoon and also some beavers. Depending on the season of the year we will find different scenarios. During the summer we will be able to see incredible icebergs floating on the glacier, a product of the great retreat that it presents. During the winter we have the possibility of approaching the magnificent ice walls of the glacier front thanks to its frozen lagoon, an epic experience. Undoubtedly, this trek is one of the most complete that you can do in Ushuaia. Adventure, the passage of glaciers in time and fantastic views are something that this proposal offers for those who have sufficient physical condition and are always looking for a challenge! You will live an authentic experience at the end of the world!

Get the best possible experience inland Tierra del Fuego Island in company of your own private and certified local tour guide. This full day tour combines a 4 hours hiking tour to the idyllic Esmeralda Lagoon (easy terrain but muddy) a unique traditional lunch of local lamb and a car sightseeing visit to Garibaldi Pass, Escondido Lake and Fagnano Lake.

We pick you up at your hotel and take you to the starting point of the trail. We begin our activity and after 2 hours of trekking we will arrive at the Esmeralda Lagoon. We will continue along the right bank to begin to ascend to the Ojo del Albino glacier. An hour later, we will be traveling through high mountain terrain where a lot of concentration is required. At 7 km, we will stop to enjoy a delicious lunch in the mountains and a short rest. We will continue to the Balcones del Ojo del Albino where we will have an incredible view of the Esmeralda lagoon and its entire high valley. After 10 km of travel and reaching a height of 1200m, we will climb a wall to reach the impressive Ojo del Albino Glacier. When the physical conditions of the passenger and the meteorological conditions of the place are optimal, we will ascend and walk on the ice. Around 3:00 p.m. we will start the return along the same path.

Make your hiking adventure to Esmeralda Lagoon a safe experience of learning and discovery. Get this tour to go around and over the lagoon for quite moments and unique views.