Emerald Lagoon Trekking: Experience the Magnificence of Glacial Origin Lake

Embark on a breathtaking trekking adventure to the Emerald Lagoon, a glacial origin lake with mesmerizing colors. Immerse yourself in nature and indulge in a box lunch amidst stunning views.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Latitud Ushuaia Travel - We will depart from the city of Ushuaia, better known as the city at the End of the World.
  • Mirador Del Valle Carbajal - Throughout the truck ride to the beginning of the trail we will observe stunning landscapes of the Fuegian Valleys.
  • Laguna Esmeralda - The lagoon has a unique color. After an hour and a half or…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Appropriate clothing for trekking. MANDATORY trekking shoes, without exception.
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

As a boutique receptive agency, we are dedicated to attending to every detail with passion. Our itinerary includes a trekking adventure to the stunning Emerald Lagoon.
Starting from the hotel, guests will travel in comfort to the trailhead. The journey begins on a path that winds through the forest within the Tierra Mayor Valley. Along the way, trekkers…

Location
Latitud Ushuaia Travel
Gobernador Pedro Godoy
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Thomas_w
Mar 18, 2026
Rainy hike to the Emerald Lagoon. - On our day of trekking it rained most of the time. It was still a great experience and our guide Mica made sure the path we travel was the safest / easiest. Given the conditions our pace was slower than normal. We walk for approximately 2.5 hours in and then out. The scenery was beautiful. I think the rain made some of the colors more vibrant.
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James_t
Mar 4, 2026
The standout experience of our South America trip — a breathtaking, beautifully guided trek to Emerald Lagoon - The stand‑out excursion of our entire South America trip. Our small‑group trek ended up being just the two of us plus one other guest, guided by Manu. Manu judged the pace perfectly — enough to keep us moving but with time for photos and to take in the scenery. He was informative, thoughtful and even chose a quieter alternative route back from the lagoon so we could enjoy different views away from the crowds. The landscape was absolutely breathtaking and this really is a must‑do experience. The packed lunch was hand‑made, generous and clearly prepared with care, and we appreciated the hot drink at the lake. Walking poles were provided too, which some people will find helpful. Pick‑up and drop‑off were smooth and straightforward - the driver was Marcio. They’re very clear before booking that proper hiking footwear and clothing are essential — and it’s easy to see why. Walking shoes were fine for us, but trainers would have been a mistake. An unforgettable day and one we’d recommend wholeheartedly.
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Guide62827166582
Feb 23, 2026
A great half day trek requiring average fitness - Excellent communication beforehand. Great trek with bilingual guide. Stunning vistas + interesting info about flora/fauna.
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Kelly_w
Feb 15, 2026
A wonderful hike to the Emerald Lake - Julie is a fun and capable guide, which made the trek enjoyable and educational. She offered quick stops to take photos, and the lunch provided was tasty. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and visit to the lake.
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Nicholas_f
Feb 10, 2026
a - we had a small group so the slow people could stay close. guide was very knowledgeable about the official names of flra
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William
Jan 14, 2026
Beautiful landscapes - Low difficulty trekking with beautiful scenery (in summer) and pleasant company of our guide “Juaquín”. I recommend it!!
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Marek_m
Jan 4, 2026
Special view and colors - We did the activity in mid-December and it was raining the entire day. Yet, the trail was nice and the lagoon color and view was worth taking the walk in the rain and mud.
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Sarah_h
Dec 26, 2025
Beautiful hike - Well organised, relatively easy hike with beautiful views. You will walk through mud, so hiking boots are a must. A hiking pole is helpful on the way down, but if you are an experienced hiker with good balance, you probably won't need it on the way up.
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Anacarolina_v
Dec 12, 2025
Great trekking - Fantastic experience. But it is exhausting for those who are not used to trekking. Very kind and attentive guide. Lunch provided by the company is also great. Beautiful way. I highly recommend.
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Sarah_w
Mar 13, 2026
Beautiful route - We like to give four stars, especially to Mauro, our guide. He had the difficult task of piloting a very diverse group to the lake and back. The route is beautiful, that's for sure. The pace was particularly slow with us. It shouldn't be a race and being on the road is part of the adventure, but here it sometimes caused frustrations. More than 2.5 hours for 5 kilometers we are just a little too slow.
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