Valle de Lobos: A Budget-Friendly Hiking Alternative To Tierra del Fuego In Ushuaia, Argentina
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When traveling to Ushuaia in Argentina’s Patagonia region, the main attraction is trekking in Tierra del Fuego National Park. While absolutely stunning, a trip there can be expensive and somewhat tedious in terms of getting there. Depending on what your travel plans are, you may want to try some cheaper options for hiking in Patagonia.
A great alternative is Valle de Lobos.
Transportation and admission to Tierra del Fuego from the city center costs 170 Argentine Pesos (about $40) round trip. While this may not sound expensive, just ask a backpacker who’s been touring the continent on a shoestring budget. The bus to Valle de Lobos costs less than $15 round trip, and the entrance fee is only 10 ARS$ (about $2).
At this lesser known – but still breathtaking – park, you’ll be able to hike to Esmeralda Lagoon. The lagoon is majestic, as it gleams a metallic light-blue yet off-white color. Along the way, you’ll trek through the Bosque Forest, Rio River, and over the Puente Bridge.
Note: All photos are unedited and were taken with an Olympus TG-320 Tough point and shoot camera. They were taken during the month of April.
This hike is truly a highlight of Argentina travel! Just make sure you know what to wear on a hike so you can stay comfortable and safe.Â
