Why go
The park leads toward Lapataia Bay, with the End of the World Train offering a different way into its landscape. On the water, boat excursions bring the channel's islands and Les Eclaireurs lighthouse into view. Stay in town for the museum if the story of the Yámana people, later settlers, and Ushuaia's prison years interests you more than another excursion.
The full story
These outings tell different parts of Ushuaia's story. Tierra del Fuego National Park and Lapataia Bay draw attention to the land at the far end of the city; the End of the World Train offers an alternative approach to the park. The Beagle Channel shifts the view to islands where birds and marine mammals may be seen, while some boat trips reach the historic Harberton compound. Les Eclaireurs is the lighthouse named on local excursions. It is often confused with the lighthouse associated with Jules Verne's The Lighthouse at the End of the World, which stands far to the east on Isla de los Estados. Back in Ushuaia, the museum's account of Yámana, English, and Argentine settlement, including the prison colony, gives the surrounding landscape a human timeline. Choose the land, water, or town story that matters most to you.
Useful to know
- Decide between the park approach by road and the End of the World Train before planning the land outing.
- Check current boat routes before setting out for Harberton or Les Eclaireurs.