2025 Tierra del Fuego Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#cityplaybook Start in Ushuaia town and head up to Cerro del Medio, a lesser-hiked peak offering a full city-to-nature experience. Begin walking through residential neighborhoods before hitting the trail that climbs through forest, past mossy lenga trees, and up to rocky, windswept ridges. At the top, enjoy unmatched views of Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel, and the mountains beyond. Round trip plus minor summit exploration reaches about 14–16 km.

#cityplaybook Begin just outside Ushuaia at the Martial Glacier base. Hike up the marked trail through forests and rocky terrain to the glacier viewpoint (~7 km round-trip). Then extend your adventure by following the ridge trail above the glacier or taking lateral paths into alpine terrain for more elevation and views of the Beagle Channel and Andes. Descend through forest trails or add a return loop to reach 14–15 km.

#cityplaybook This out-and-back trail to Laguna Esmeralda is a classic. The 9 km return trail starts in a subantarctic forest, crosses peat bogs and streams, and leads to a glowing turquoise lake cradled by snowy peaks and the Ojo del Albino glacier. To extend to ~15 km, explore the lake’s far side or climb the ridges for panoramic views. The trail can be muddy—boots and gaiters are helpful.

#cityplaybook Start at Ensenada Bay and hike the iconic Senda Costera (Coastal Path) through lenga forests and along the Beagle Channel. This undulating trail ends near Lago Roca, offering spectacular mountain and sea views, sea birds, and peaceful beaches. Continue walking around Lago Roca or explore shorter trails like Mirador Lapataia to reach about 15 km total. Bring lunch for a scenic break at the water’s edge.