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Escondido Lake: Our most recommended tours and activities

Ushuaia: Winter Off-Road 4x4 Lakes Tour with Lunch & Drinks

1. Ushuaia: Winter Off-Road 4x4 Lakes Tour with Lunch & Drinks

Explore the landscape of Tierra del Fuego on an exciting off-road trail day adventure in a 4x4 vehicle. Discover the natural beauty of the area on routes that are not frequented by tourists and enjoy a lively commentary by your experienced guide. High up from the Andes Range, see Lake Escondido, a small wonder hidden at the bottom of a valley. Then discover the gigantic and imposing Lake Fagnano, which provides magnificent views that will surely be the highlight of the day. Cross the forest and rivers through challenging mud roads surrounded by trees. Cruise along the coast of the lakes with an experienced driver. Complete your experience with an authentic Argentinian lunch in the Fuegian forest, with a nice glass of Malbec.

Ushuaia: Off-Road 4X4 Lakes Tour

2. Ushuaia: Off-Road 4X4 Lakes Tour

During this full-day tour, explore the landscape of Tierra del Fuego on exciting off-road trails in a 4x4 vehicle. Discover the natural beauty of the area on routes that are not frequented by tourists. High up from the Andes Range, see Lake Escondido, a small wonder hidden in the bottom of a valley. Then discover the gigantic and imposing Lake Fagnano, which will be the highlight of the day. Cross the forest and the rivers through challenging mud roads, between trees, passing the coast of the lakes with an experienced driver-guide. Complete your experience with an authentic Argentinian lunch in the Fuegian forest, with a bottle of Malbec.

From Ushuaia: Escondido Lake 4x4 Off-Road Trip with Canoeing

3. From Ushuaia: Escondido Lake 4x4 Off-Road Trip with Canoeing

An off-road vehicle will pick you up at your hotel to take you through the Fuegian Andes Mountain Range to visit three special viewpoints. Head down an old woodcutter's path across the forest and down a hill until you reach Fagnano Lake. Then, cross by foot the beautiful native forest towards Escondido Lake. Once you reach a wooden cottage, head inside and tuck into a delicious traditional asado (barbecue). Finally, after lunch, grab the oars with a paddle buddy to start your 45-minute canoe excursion. Enjoy the beautiful landscape from the water. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Ushuaia.

Ushuaia: Escondido & Fagnano Lake Tour

4. Ushuaia: Escondido & Fagnano Lake Tour

Start with pickup from your hotel in Ushuaia and travel to the Carbajal Valley. Make a short stop where your tour guide will explain more about the natural landscape. Enjoy some time to take beautiful photos of the scenery. Travel along National Route 3, crossing the imposing mountain range of the Fuegian Andes, at a height of 430 meters above sea level. Arrive at the Paso Garibaldi viewpoint and enjoy a beautiful view of Escondido Lake. Continue the tour to Fagnano Lake, also known as Khami Lake, one of the largest lakes in Argentina. Visit the country house located near the lake, and enjoy a coffee as you learn more about the history of the home. Discover its use as a resting and supply post for those crossing the mountains in centuries past. Before returning to Ushuaia, you will have the opportunity to have some lunch at a local restaurant, at your own expense. Finish the tour with drop-off at your hotel in Ushuaia.

From Ushuaia: Private Fagnano Lake 4WD Tour

5. From Ushuaia: Private Fagnano Lake 4WD Tour

Immerse yourself in the incredible nature of Tierra del Fuego on this full-day tour. After getting picked up from your hotel in Ushuaia, head inland driving the National Route 3, leaving the Beagle Channel and Ushuaia bay following upstream the Olivia River to reach the Carbajal Valley. Once driving this dramatic valley with magnificent views you will see different winter sports centers (heart of the winter activities in Ushuaia) and will have the chance to visit a huskie dogs sled center or a special local Gin Distillery. After sometime driving the Carbajal Valley cross over the Andes northwards through the Garibaldi Pass taking alternative mountainous roads through forest, crossing streams, passing beaver dams. and reaching great views of the Escondido and Fagnano Lake. At the shore of the Escondido Lake enjoy an easy walk and a coffee break with nice views. Some more driving and you will be in front of the 5th largest lake of Argentina: Fagnano Lake. With its 60+ miles of lenght this massive lake will be the return point to go back to the south face of the Andes Range again. Once at the car, head to a traditional Argentine restaurant located at a cross-country ski center in the Carbajal Valley. Sit down to a well-deserved lunch composed of salads, lamb, dessert and coffee. Vegetarian options are available. After the tour, get dropped off back at your hotel in Ushuaia.

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What people are saying about Escondido Lake

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 53 reviews

Nawel (i know i am spelling it wrong) was really wonderful, pleasant, and overall my dad and I had a blast. The driver knew exactly what he was doing and it was impressive! Nawel knew a lot about everything- he pretty much was able to answer all of our questions. We saw amazing lakes in the area, had one of the best Lunch i’ve had in Ushuaia (better than a restaurant) and our group was very social and we all were buddies by the end of it. Would definitely recommend!

A spectacular tour We leave with the 4x4 they will tell you the history of Ushuaia and its habitat When you arrive at the Garibaldi pass, you go down to the viewpoint then start the trio in the middle of lakes and untraced routes, very fun It ends with an excellent barbecue, with chopped salad, wine and dessert. Excellent

Varied and fun activity, including kayaking, the 4x4 route and the "photographic" stops at the Miradors. Excellent lunch, even with vegetarian options (if requested earlier). I would have also liked to have a longer walk on foot than on the lake, but overall excellent.

Excellent proposal, both the 4x4 journey and the attention of the drivers at all times. Super recommendable

Super driver, host and really nice experience eating in the jungle right next to the lake.