While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us, (remember we are in south america). Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit traveling, with Tierras Vivas can be unpredictable. The dossier is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.

Please contact us for more information if needed.

info@tierrasvivas.com

Arrive into Ushuaia at any time, transfer to your hotel. Time to explore and enjoy the sights and sounds of the southernmost city in the world.

Sitting on the shores of the Beagle Channel, Ushuaia actually means 'the bay facing westward' in the language of the original Yamna inhabitants.

The town of 50,000 is also a major ski resort area for both alpine and cross-country skiers and offers magnificent hiking in Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego, the only coastal national park in Argentina.

Ushuaia is now a major tourist attraction, particularly for people cruising to Antarctica.

After breakfast, you will be heading to the touristic pier to catch up th boat for the tour to the Beagel Channel, you wil spot amassing wildlife such as sea lions, cormorans, small petrels and will vistis the famous Les Eclarious Lighthouse, so be ready with your camera!!

Once you are back in town, can visit a museum that was a penal colony (the presidio was disbanded in the 1940s) for political prisoners as well as hardened criminals,

This morning we will visit the only coastal national park in Argentina,  optional tour to the Train of The End of the World. As the weather is very unpredictable in Ushuaia, for this tour take a rain jacket with you, (you never know what can happen)

On the way, you will spot lots of birds in those incredible forest with a breathtaking scenery surrounding the area. At the end of the tour, you will taste a real grilled lamp at one of the local restaurants in the middle of this southern forest, an unvelievable experience.

After breakfast, depart the hotel to the airport or for more adventures, check out our section of Tailor Made Trips for extend your holidays.

1) Shorter/longer stays, hotel upgrades and extra trips all possible.

Please contact our sales department for more information or check out our Taylor Made section.

sales@tierrasvivas.com

2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa, also all countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.

Accommodation:  Simple hotel

Joining Hotel: 

The following hoteles are used in Ushuaia. Please refer to your travel vouchers for your  hotel details.

Hotel Ushuaia

Lasserre 933

Tel. +54 2901 4 30 671

Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego

Hotel Las Lengas

Goleta Florencia 1722

Tel. +54 2901 424-599

Ushuaia – Tierra del Fuego

Joining Instructions:  A NOTE ON FLYING INTO USHUAIA

From our experience we have found that there are significant delays especially in high season on flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. We highly recommend booking your travel arrangements to arrive into Ushuaia. We are happy to book pre tour accommodations for you.

All international flights flying into Buenos Aires arrive at Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) in Buenos Aires. Please check with your airline as to which airport your domestic flight will be flying out of.

Some flights that continue to Ushuaia depart from the domestic airport (J. Newberry - AEP). Please check with your airline to make sure which airport you are flying out of. On arrival at the International airport, there is an airport shuttle service, Manuel Tienda Leon, available at a cost of USD18 each way. It is about 30-40 minutes drive between the airports, so please allow yourself enough time.

Please also confirm the luggage restrictions for your flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia as domestic flights generally allow less luggage than international flights.

 ARRIVAL INTO USHUAIA

Ushuaia City Airport (USH) is located only 5km outside of the city, passengers with pre tour accommodations booked with Tierras Vivas will be met at the airport and transfered to their hotel (please provide us with arrival details). Local taxis can be hired at the airport for transportation into Ushuaia. The town of Ushuaia is very small with the majority of services, including the pier, within walking distance from downtown.

Arrival Complications: 

We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader (if you are not on a group tour please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier). If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.

Local Emergency Contact

If you need emergency assistance, you can contact us locally at the following phone numbers:

+ 54 9 11 54 77 68 46

Should you need to contact Tierras Vivas during a situation of extremely serious need, someone from our Operations staff will answer a mobile line at any time. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so we may return your call and assist you as soon as posible

Phone: +51 84 235 211

Mobile: +51 84 984 702 020

Checklist of what to take:

      * Passport (with photocopies)

      * Travel insurance (with photocopies)

      * Airline tickets (with photocopies)

      * USD cash

      * Credit and debit cards

      * Vouchers and dossier

      * Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required

      * Camera and film

      * CD/MP3 player

      * Reading/writing material

      * Cover for backpacks

      * Fair sized daypack

      * Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen)

      * Windproof/waterproof jacket

      * Fleece top

      * Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably water proof)

      * 3 shirts/t-shirts

      * Sun hat

      * 1 pair of shorts

      * 2 pairs of long trousers

      * 1 pair hiking pants/track pants

      * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes

      * Sport sandals

      * Sun block

      * Sunglasses

      * Toiletries (biodegradable)

      * Watch or alarm clock

      * Pocket knife

      * Small flashlight

      * First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids,     

         anti-histamine, tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-

         hydration powder, and extra prescription drugs you may be 

         taking).

Meal Budget: 

Daily allowance USD30 for meals not included. For additional expenses, please contact our sales department for more information.

sales@tierrasvivas.com

Emergency Fund: 

Please, make sure you have access to at least an additional USD200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) need a change to our planned tour. This is a rare occurrence! But you never know…

Departure Tax: 

USD18 international flights

USD5 from Ushuaia

Optional activities:

Ushuaia

Estancía Harberton $50

Horseback riding $35-$65

Ski lift $5 (return)

Entrance museum $7

Ushuaia – visit to seal or penguin colonies $30 - $50 USD

All prices are in USD.

A Couple of Rules: 

Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts you  at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Tierras Vivas travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The explotation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operators has the right to expel any member of the group/tour if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes.

Travel Insurance: 

Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a trip with us, you will not be permitted to join the tour until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader or local operator, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.

Tierras Vivas is a Travel Assurance provider, and in case you are interested in get our proposal, please contact us to the following email: tailormade@tierrasvivas.com

Responsible Travel: 

Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveller and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts.

Keeping in Touch: 

If you need to be contacted while travelling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Ciber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travellers to stay in touch. If someone wishes to contact you in an emergency while you are on one of our trips we recommend that they contact your local booking agent, or refer to our Emergency Contact.

AVAILABILITY & PRICES

This trip is available all year round. . For more information, please, contact our sales department.

sales@tierrasvivas.com

Departure dates:

All year round, for Christmas, New Year, Easter, July and August,  request space to our sales department.

sales@tierrasvivas.com