San Pablo Cape & Rolito
Hidden secrets of this island
Every land has its own secrets but not everyone is chosen to know them. A lighthouse in a lonely cape, a mysterious sunken ship for 40 years, and a distinguished antique estancia are some of the icons that reveal the unknown stories of Tierra del Fuego.
Very early in the morning, our Tierra Turismo Team leave Ushuaia with our guests following National Route 3 and crossing The Andes through the Garibaldi Pass. Standing at 450 meters above sea level, this is one of the most interesting points of the trip. They travel about 60 kilometers when Lake Escondido surprises us in the middle of the high rocky walls. As they continue, they observe the ecosystem gradually transforming from the woods to the steppe at the northern part of the island, a region known for breeding the best lambs in the world.
During the morning we go to the Provincial Route “A”, where we take a gravel road and visit the Estancia Rolito. This lovely ranch, that keeps the spirit of a family business based on sheep farming tradition, is the first ranch to open its gates to rural tourism. It is here that we make a pause for a delightful tea with home-made cakes, cookies and marmalades.
Ani, Pepe and family will be the hosts who will tell you the history of the place.
After enjoying this picturesque place, we continue heading toward the Atlantic Ocean and the San Pablo Cape. At this point, we climb to the headland where we will reach an abandoned lighthouse at the end. From the top of this cape, our guests will be able to appreciate the Desdemona, a ship abandoned for almost 40 years that invites us to sail back in time.
After exploring this mysterious giant, we visit the local fishermen Silvia and Miguel, who have been in the business since 1991, and they will invite our guests to enjoy a homemade lunch of fresh fish at their home.
08:00 Departure from the city
10:45 Arrival at Rolito + Tea + Estancia visit
11:45 Arrival at San Pablo Cape
12:00 Lighthouse Trekking
13:15 Desdemona visit
13:45 Lunch at fishermen house
15:30 Departure to Ushuaia
18:00 Arrival at the city
*Excursion times are estimated*
*The order of the excursion may vary at the discretion of the guide*
This excursion may suffer variations due to weather conditions.
Lunch included (fresh fish according to availability, dessert) + beverages (red wine, water).
This tour operates from Monday to Saturday.
Only available in SUMMER (October 15th – Apr 17th).
We recommend taking: Water – comfortable shoes – rain coat – camera – sun glasses.
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