Tierra del Fuego lakes
Explore dream-like places: Esmeralda lagoon and Fagnano, Escondido and Acigami lakes.
Open up your senses. Discover the waters that reflect the sky, the clouds, the snow and the mountains. Explore Fagnano lake and wonder at the beauty of the landscape; Admire its blue water and breathe its clean air. Nearby, amidst the end-of-the-world mountains, discover Escondido lake. Watch its waters of glacial origins. Get close to the region’s one-of-a-kind tree species, typical of the Tierra del Fuego woods: the nothofagus.
Your journey continues in Esmeralda lagoon. Did you know that the lake was named after the color of its water? Walk around its shore, enjoy routes for hiking, watch the beavers in their habitat. Are you eager for more? Take a walk around the Acigami lake, tour Tierra del Fuego’s National Park and marvel at its landscapes that surround you with mountains. Beauty is waiting for you in the southernmost province of Argentina.
Geographic location: Province of Tierra del Fuego
How to get there: From the city of Ushuaia, by car or on a guided tour.
Climate: Cold and humid.
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 8 days.
What to do: Trekking, hiking, bird watching, climbing, kayaking.
Tips: If there is snowfall, check the condition of the routes.