🥾 TREKKING IN USHUAIA
LAGUNA
ESMERALDA Trekking End of the World
Hike to the turquoise jewel of Ushuaia with a specialized guide, trekking poles and boxed lunch included.
🚌 Transfers included
🧑✈️ Specialized guide
⏱ 7.5 hours
🥾 Moderate difficulty
🏆
25+ yearsof experience📋
Licensed agencyEVyT Leg. 10.826👥
Thousands of passengerssatisfied🍱
Boxed lunch includedand trekking poles💳
All paymentmethods⭐
4.8 · +831 reviewsGoogle Maps📷 Photos
Gallery of the experience
✕
📖 The excursion
Trekking to
Laguna Esmeralda
Laguna Esmeralda
Laguna Esmeralda is one of the most beautiful natural gems of Ushuaia — a lagoon of turquoise waters framed by the imposing Andes mountain range. The trail crosses lenga forests, peat bogs and mountain streams, with spectacular views of the snowy peaks throughout the route.
The trekking is of moderate difficulty — ideal for people in good physical shape who enjoy walking in nature. No previous mountain experience is required.
✅ Includes
- Round-trip transfer from your hotel in Ushuaia
- Specialized trekking guide
- Trekking poles
- Boxed lunch
- Accident insurance
❌ Does not include
- Personal rain gear
- Trekking footwear
- Personal equipment
⚠️ Important: Always bring waterproof clothing (jacket and pants), trekking footwear with good grip and at least 1.5 liters of water. The trekking runs in light rain; in extreme conditions it may be rescheduled.
🗺 Itinerary of the day
8:00
DEPARTURE
Pick-up at your hotel
The bus picks you up at your hotel in Ushuaia
8:30
TRANSFER
Start of the trail
Arrival at the trekking starting point · guide introduction and handing out of poles
9:00
TREKKING
Guided hike through forests and peat bogs
~7 km trail through lenga forests, mountain streams and views of the Andes
11:30
DESTINATION
Arrival at Laguna Esmeralda
Free time to relax, take photos and have the boxed lunch by the lagoon
13:30
RETURN
Descent along the same trail
Hike back to the starting point · ~2 hours
15:30
END
Return to Ushuaia
Transfer back to your hotel · approximate time
❓ Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know
Moderate difficulty. Recommended for people in good physical shape. The route is ~14 km round trip with gentle elevation changes. No previous experience required.
It includes transfer from and to your hotel in Ushuaia, a specialized guide, trekking poles, a boxed lunch and accident insurance.
Approximately 7.5 hours. Departure at 8:00 AM and return at 3:30 PM. The round-trip trekking takes between 4 and 5 hours.
Essential: waterproof clothing (jacket and pants), trekking footwear with good grip, thermal layers, a hat and gloves. Also: water (minimum 1.5 liters), sunscreen and extra snacks.
Suitable for children aged 8 to 11 in good physical shape. NOT suitable for children under 8 or people with reduced mobility.
Yes, all year round including winter (April–August). In winter the snowy lagoon is spectacular. It is essential to dress warmly and wear waterproof footwear.
The trekking runs in light rain. In extreme conditions (very strong wind, heavy snowfall) it may be rescheduled or canceled for safety. Advance notice is given.
Minimum 3 days in advance. In high season (July–August) we recommend booking further ahead as spots are limited.
📍 Practical information
Excursion details
Details
📍
Departure pointFrom your hotel in Ushuaia (pick-up included)
🕐
ScheduleDeparture 8:00 AM · Return approx. 3:30 PM
⏱
Total durationApproximately 7.5 hours
🥾
Trekking distance~14 km round trip · Gentle elevation
💪
DifficultyModerate · Good physical shape recommended
👶
Minimum age8 years
📅
AvailabilityApril to December · Subject to weather conditions
💳
Payment methodsARS · USD · BRL · Card · Mercado Pago · PIX
📖 Useful guides
Guides for your trip through southern Patagonia
Before booking, read our guides to plan Ushuaia and the rest of your trip.
🧭 What to do in Ushuaia: complete guide 2026
📅 Best time to visit Ushuaia
💰 How much does it cost to go to Ushuaia in 2026?
🗓️ Ushuaia in 3 days: the ideal itinerary
🦀 Food in Ushuaia: where to eat
🏔️ Perito Moreno Glacier: history and facts
🗺️ What to do in El Calafate: complete guide
🌄 Best destinations in Santa Cruz