Rosa Puech
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A fabulous company to travel with: the sequencing of the trip, the guides proposed, the suggestions for the area. We highly recommend this travel agency for Patagonia. Fernando is top+top.
Ushuaia earns its reputation not just from geography but from what surrounds it: the lenga forests and glacial valleys of Tierra del Fuego National Park, the wildlife-rich waters of the Beagle Channel, the penguin colonies of Isla Martillo at Estancia Harberton, and the open fjords stretching west toward Chilean Patagonia. For over 15 years, we've designed private, tailor-made Ushuaia tours that go beyond the standard circuit — curated around your pace, your interests, and whether Ushuaia is a destination in itself or the southern anchor of a broader private Patagonia itinerary.
For travelers continuing further south, Ushuaia is also the main departure point for Antarctica cruises and the starting point for the Australis fjord expedition through the channels of Chilean Tierra del Fuego toward Punta Arenas — two very different ways to push beyond the continent's edge, each requiring a different level of advance planning and expedition selection.
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Unlike international agencies, Southwind Experience is based directly in Patagonia. We live here, we know the trails, and we manage your journey on the ground. When you book your private, custom trek with us, you get absolute peace of mind and genuine insider knowledge:
Real On-The-Ground Support: Enjoy 24/7 assistance from our team of local experts based in El Calafate—meaning zero time-zone delays if your plans change.
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100% Private Transfers & Guides: Hike iconic routes like Torres del Paine and Fitz Roy at your own pace, completely avoiding the rigid schedules of big tour groups.
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Seamless Border Logistics: We perfectly coordinate your Argentina & Chile multi-country itinerary, taking the stress out of mountain border crossings and regional flights.
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Comfortable Boutique Hotels: We handpick authentic lodges, mountain inns, and cozy accommodations that reflect the true spirit of Patagonia while ensuring your comfort.
Your tailor-made vacation await. From the granite peaks of Torres del Paine to the valleys surrounding El Chaltén, we design a multi-day itinerary personalized to your fitness level. You focus on the trails; our team ensures a smooth, well-organized experience.
As an Argentina-based agency with destination experts across the region, we orchestrate high-end, custom itineraries across Argentina and Chile with unmatched precision. We seamlessly connect the granite peaks of Torres del Paine with the breathtaking Iguazú Falls, crafting each journey with hand-selected hotels, dedicated private guides, and flawless cross-border logistics—ensuring every detail reflects genuine quality, and personal comfort.
Fully Customizable Itinerary: Every hotel, guide, and excursion is selected specifically for you, built around your interests rather than a fixed package.
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100% Private Transfers & Guides: Dedicated vehicles and expert guides accompany you exclusively, so every day moves at your own pace.
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Precision Cross-Border Planning: Every flight and border crossing between Argentina and Chile is arranged in advance, so a multi-country journey unfolds without friction or delay.
Your tailor-made journey awaits. From boutique lodges overlooking the iguazu Falls to refined stays in Torres del Paine we design a multi-day itinerary where every detail is considered and nothing is staged. You focus on the experience; our team ensures a smooth, well-organized journey.
Two countries, endless landscapes, and flexible itinerary to follow but your own. As a local agency based in Argentina, at Southwind Experience we design curated private honeymoon journeys across Argentina and Chile around those pillars: privacy, pace, and a route shaped entirely by the two of you.
Fully Customizable Itinerary: We blend adventure, wine, and scenic landscapes in whatever balance suits you—an active honeymoon, a relaxed one, or something in between.
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Nothing Left to Worry About: Flights, transfers, and border crossings between Argentina and Chile are arranged before you arrive, so the only decision left is where to watch the sunset.
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Intimate Boutique Stays: We handpick secluded lodges and romantic accommodations with character, chosen for privacy and atmosphere rather than scale.
Your tailor-made honeymoon awaits. From candlelit dinners overlooking the Perito Moreno Glacier to quiet mornings in the Chilean fjords, we design a journey built entirely around your story as a couple. You focus on each other; our team ensures a smooth, well-organized experience.
We are a local agency. Southwind Experience operates from Patagonia itself. Our expert wildlife guides track seasonal migrations and breeding patterns, intimately knowing the behavior of local fauna like Souther Right Whales and penguins in Peninsula Valdes, Pumas in Torres del Paine, Humpback Whales in Punta Arenas, and more. Book your private, custom wildlife tour with us and gain real insider access along with total peace of mind and genuine knowledge:
100% Private Guides & Vehicles: Wait as long as it takes for the perfect sighting, enjoying a private experience where you set the pace in perfect harmony with the local wildlife.
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Effortless Cross-Border Travel: We perfectly coordinate your Argentina & Chile wildlife circuit. Regional flights and remote border crossings are arranged well in advance, so a narrow window to see whales or penguins never comes down to logistics.
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Comfortable Boutique Lodges: We handpick remote estancias and nature lodges positioned close to the wildlife, balancing comfort with genuine access to the wild.
Your tailor-made wildlife encounter awaits. We design a multi-day itinerary built around the animals you most want to see. You focus on watching; our team ensures a smooth, well-organized experience created to connect you with Argentina´s & Chile´s rawest wildlife in its purest form.
Imagine navigating narrow icy channels flanked by towering glaciers calving into blue waters, landing on the legendary windswept shores of Cape Horn, and tracing the historic waterways of the Strait of Magellan cruise maps.
At Southwind Experience, we are a trusted local agency based directly on the ground. We don't just book cabins; we integrate legendary Patagonia expedition cruises into seamless, fully customized overland journeys across Argentina and Chile.
Flawless Land-to-Sea Integration:
Chilean Fjords Small Ship Cruise Experts: We provide unbiased, independent guidance to secure the exact vessel, route, and cabin style—whether integrating Australis cruise Patagonia routes or legendary Skorpios cruise routes.
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Tailored Pre & Post-Cruise Extensions: Don’t just take the voyage. We build custom land extensions synchronized perfectly around your sailing dates, from hiking in El Chaltén to private glacier tours in El Calafate.
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Seamless Remote Port Logistics: Coordinating flights, private airport pickups, and pre-cruise boutique hotels in remote hubs like Ushuaia or Punta Arenas can be stressful. We handle the entire puzzle.
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24/7 On-The-Ground Peace of Mind: Navigate the edge of the world with total confidence. Our local office monitors your ground transfers and flight connections live, in your exact time zone.
Your custom cruise experience awaits. From the wild sea channels to the majestic glaciers of the mainland, we design an essential multi-country route tailored to your pace. You focus on the expedition; our on-the-ground team ensures a flawless experience.
Imagine navigating pristine icy bays by Zodiac, walking alongside massive penguin colonies, and experiencing the thrill of a polar plunge beneath towering icebergs calving into the silent waters of the White Continent.
At Southwind Experience, we are a local agency based in Patagonia, directly at the gateways to the frozen south. We don’t just book cabins; we engineer comprehensive overland extensions, secure placements on the finest Antarctica expedition ships, and handle the complex logistics to guarantee absolute peace of mind.
The Local Advantage for Your Polar Expedition:
Fly-Cruise or Classic Sailings: Whether your dream includes crossing the Drake Passage by sea on an all-inclusive Antarctica cruise or opting for a time-saving Antarctica fly and cruise route, we find the perfect vessel for your style.
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Extended Wildlife Journeys: Go beyond the peninsula. We specialize in booking remote, deeply immersive South Georgia and Falklands cruise itineraries for unmatched photography and wildlife encounters.
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Seamless Gateway Logistics: We flawlessly synchronize your regional flights, mandatory pre-cruise hotel nights, and private transfers for an Antarctica cruise from Ushuaia or Punta Arenas.
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24/7 On-Site Contingency Management: Polar travel depends entirely on changing weather. With our local office operating live in Patagonia, you enjoy real-time support to adapt to any flight or schedule disruptions instantly.
Your private Antarctica expedition awaits. From the frozen wilderness of the peninsula to the dramatic mountain peaks of your gateway route, we design an multi-destination itinerary tailored to your pace. You focus on the discovery; our on-the-ground team ensures a flawless experience.
Southwind Experience is a local agency, and our reach extends across Argentina´s and Chile's most iconic regions. Our expert guides have intimate knowledge of the region's landmarks: tango houses in Buenos Aires' San Telmo, vineyards in Mendoza's Uco Valley, the salt flats of the Atacama Desert, the ice walls of Perito Moreno , the granite spires in Torres del Paine, and the trail to Laguna de los Tres beneath Mount Fitz Roy. Book your private, custom journey with us and gain real insider access, along with total peace of mind:
Fully Customizable Itinerary: We design your route, pace, and accommodations around your travel style and interests, delivering a seamless, highly tailored experience where every single transition is curated exclusively for you.
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100% Private Transfers & Guides: Visit the region's iconic glaciers, lakes, and lookout points on your own schedule, without coordinating around a group of strangers.
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A Route That Simply Flows: Regional flights and mountain border crossings are planned in advance, so your journey between Argentina and Chile unfolds with total ease and absolute peace of mind.
Your tailor-made Argentina & Chile journey awaits. From the lush jungles of Iguazu Waterfalls to scenic navigations through the Chilean fjords, we design a multi-day itinerary built entirely around your pace and interests. You focus on the views; our team ensures a smooth, well-organized experience.
Discover the true essence of Patagonia at your own pace, leaving every detail of the journey in expert hands. We design high-end, fully private itineraries across Argentina and Chile, elevating your travel experience through flawless binational logistics handled entirely behind the scenes, allowing you to immerse yourself in the landscape with absolute peace of mind:
Fully Customizable from Scratch: We design every single journey completely from the ground up, seamlessly pairing your personal rhythm with according to your budget.
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100% Private Transfers & Guides: Enjoy absolute freedom away from the crowds with dedicated premium vehicles and expert local guides assigned exclusively to your party.
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Seamless Border Logistics: Travel effortlessly between the icons of Argentina and Chile while we coordinate the complex international customs and crossings behind the scenes.
Your private Patagonia highlights itinerary awaits. From the Perito Moreno Glacier to the towers of Torres del Paine, we design an essential multi-country route tailored to your pace. You focus on the landmarks; our on-the-ground team ensures a flawless experience.
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Contact UsMost private Ushuaia itineraries run 3 to 4 days, enough to cover Tierra del Fuego National Park, a private Beagle Channel cruise to Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and the sea lion colonies, a visit to Estancia Harberton and Isla Martillo for penguin encounters, and a hike toward Vinciguerra Glacier or the Martial range. Travelers using Ushuaia as the southern end of a broader Patagonia circuit typically allocate 3 days before flying north to El Calafate or Buenos Aires.
The most intimate private penguin tour near Ushuaia is a boat excursion to Isla Martillo via Estancia Harberton, where Magellanic and Gentoo penguin colonies occupy a remote island accessible only by small boat. Unlike Punta Tombo's massive open colony, Isla Martillo offers a quieter, more controlled encounter — smaller groups, closer access, and the historic estancia as a backdrop. The season runs from October through March, with peak nesting activity in November and December.
Yes — the classic southern Patagonia private circuit combines El Calafate, Torres del Paine, and Ushuaia, typically running 10 to 14 days and connected through a mix of private ground transfers and domestic flights. Most itineraries sequence from north to south (El Calafate → Torres del Paine → Ushuaia) or reverse, depending on Antarctic cruise departure dates for travelers extending beyond the continent.
The Australis expedition navigates the channels and fjords between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas over 4 to 5 days, passing through Cape Horn, Glacier Alley, and the remote islands of Chilean Tierra del Fuego. It offers a perspective on the far south that no land-based itinerary can replicate. We help select the right departure, cabin category, and timing based on your broader itinerary — the crossing can run Ushuaia to Punta Arenas or the reverse, depending on how it fits your route.
Yes — Ushuaia is the primary embarkation port for Antarctic expeditions, with the shortest Drake Passage crossing to the Antarctic Peninsula. Most expedition vessels depart from the city's port between October and March. We coordinate the full logistics of combining Antarctica cruises departing from Ushuaia with a private Patagonia itinerary before or after, so neither portion feels rushed or disconnected.
Ushuaia has a growing selection of boutique hotels and mountain lodges, several with Beagle Channel views, as well as more intimate properties within the national park perimeter. For travelers wanting direct access to the fjord landscapes, a night at Estancia Harberton itself is possible and adds a layer of historic authenticity unique to this destination. We select based on location, character, and access to the activities you're prioritizing.
Yes — private hiking in Tierra del Fuego National Park ranges from easy coastal trails along the Beagle Channel shore to more demanding routes toward Lago del Toro and the Vinciguerra Glacier. A private guide selects the route based on your fitness level and the day's weather window — critical in a region where conditions can change within hours — and adds ecological and historical context that transforms a trail into an actual experience.
October through March offers the best combination of long daylight hours, accessible trails, and active wildlife — penguin colonies at Isla Martillo, sea lions on the Beagle Channel, and the lenga forest at its most vivid. Winter (May–August) brings a completely different atmosphere: snow-covered trails, quieter streets, and dramatic moody skies that many photographers and slow travelers actively seek. We design the itinerary around whichever season you're traveling rather than applying the same route year-round.
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Wondering what to do in Ushuaia? Known as the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia is the gateway to Tierra del Fuego and Antarctica. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and the Beagle Channel, it offers a unique blend of landscapes.
Travelers can explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, take boat tours to see sea lions and penguins, or ride the famous End of the World Train. Ushuaia is perfect for those seeking adventure at the edge of the world. Take a look to Highlights of Ushuaia
Tierra del Fuego National Park – A stunning blend of forests, mountains, lakes, and wildlife, offering peaceful trails and extraordinary “end of the world” views.
Beagle Channel Navigation – Cruise among sea lions, cormorants, icy waters, and remote islands, with iconic sights like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse.
Ushuaia City & Waterfront – A charming mix of cafés, museums, seafood restaurants, and colorful houses framed by dramatic mountain ranges.
Martial Glacier – A scenic hike or cable-car ride leading to panoramic views of Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel, and surrounding peaks.
Estancia Harberton – The region’s oldest ranch, offering history, nature, marine life, and access to the penguin-filled Isla Martillo.
Penguin Colonies at Isla Martillo – A unique chance to walk among Magellanic and Gentoo penguins on a remote island.
Lago Fagnano & Lago Escondido – Two beautiful Fuegian lakes surrounded by forest and mountains, accessible through dramatic off-road routes.
Train to the End of the World – A historic steam train journey through ancient lenga forests and stunning landscapes.
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Rosa Puech
Google review
A fabulous company to travel with: the sequencing of the trip, the guides proposed, the suggestions for the area. We highly recommend this travel agency for Patagonia. Fernando is top+top.
Joanna Green
Google review
Maria and her team looked after us so well. I would recommend them in a flash. It was 20 years since I had been to El Calafate so I didn't know what to expect. It had changed so much! Maria was helpful, honest, well priced and a pleasure to work with. You could not ask for more. We had the best time thanks to Maria and her organisation. Fernando was our driver to a tour and a delight. Punctual, knowledgeable and all round wonderful. Gracias!!
Franco Peverelli
Google review
La agencia demostró ser sumamente profesional. Durante el largo traslado, en un vehículo impecablemente limpio y en perfecto estado, el Sr. Fernando estuvo muy atento para garantizar que todo transcurriera sin contratiempos. Recomiendo ampliamente esta agencia para organizar sus viajes a Sudamérica. ¡Solo 5 estrellas porque no puedo dar más! En fin, ¡le doy un pulgar hacia arriba! 👍
Simon Phillips
Google review
Southwind from the planning stages to delivery of the trip in Patagonia were faultless and I really love the little reminders sent for each separate stage and really appreciated the added bits around passport checking and border crossing paperwork. The whole team was super friendly, and for our trip with Fernando he was great company and knew where to stop for refreshments and a view! We would strongly recommend southwind, they go the extra mile on service and have a permanent smile. Thank you guys you were faultless
Esteban Riminucci
Google review
Exelente asesoramiento de Maria Laura , muy buen servicio y cordialidad de los coordinadores , muy recomendables !!
Paulo Fanti
Google review
Muy buena la atención tanto por WhatsApp como en las excursiones. Puntuales en las búsquedas en el hotel... De las excursiones que llevo hechas (todas excelentes) la atención, la coordinación y el conocimiento de los guías es muy bueno. Un excelente servicio, lo recomiendo!
Ana Zugarramurdi
Google review
Amazing company and experience. We did the Todo Glaciares boat tour in the Premium Lounge and it was beyond expectations! Great staff, great cruise and food! Highly recommended!
Martin Bride
Google review
Gerardo drove us on a bespoke 8- day trip from Salta up into the wilderness where the 🦩 come to get pink. We had a great time in this spectacular region.
Sammer
Google review
I had a great experience with Southwind. They organized a tour for us to visit Monte Leon from El Calafate. Fernando & Laura organized the logistics and were very helpful. Martin accompanied us on the tour and doubled up as driver and tour guide, which was beyond our expectations. We saw a lot of wildlife en route, as well as in the park with Martin’s help. I highly recommend Southwind for your Patagonia experience.
Rosa Puech
Google review
A fabulous company to travel with: the sequencing of the trip, the guides proposed, the suggestions for the area. We highly recommend this travel agency for Patagonia. Fernando is top+top.
Joanna Green
Google review
Maria and her team looked after us so well. I would recommend them in a flash. It was 20 years since I had been to El Calafate so I didn't know what to expect. It had changed so much! Maria was helpful, honest, well priced and a pleasure to work with. You could not ask for more. We had the best time thanks to Maria and her organisation. Fernando was our driver to a tour and a delight. Punctual, knowledgeable and all round wonderful. Gracias!!
Franco Peverelli
Google review
La agencia demostró ser sumamente profesional. Durante el largo traslado, en un vehículo impecablemente limpio y en perfecto estado, el Sr. Fernando estuvo muy atento para garantizar que todo transcurriera sin contratiempos. Recomiendo ampliamente esta agencia para organizar sus viajes a Sudamérica. ¡Solo 5 estrellas porque no puedo dar más! En fin, ¡le doy un pulgar hacia arriba! 👍
Simon Phillips
Google review
Southwind from the planning stages to delivery of the trip in Patagonia were faultless and I really love the little reminders sent for each separate stage and really appreciated the added bits around passport checking and border crossing paperwork. The whole team was super friendly, and for our trip with Fernando he was great company and knew where to stop for refreshments and a view! We would strongly recommend southwind, they go the extra mile on service and have a permanent smile. Thank you guys you were faultless
Esteban Riminucci
Google review
Exelente asesoramiento de Maria Laura , muy buen servicio y cordialidad de los coordinadores , muy recomendables !!
Paulo Fanti
Google review
Muy buena la atención tanto por WhatsApp como en las excursiones. Puntuales en las búsquedas en el hotel... De las excursiones que llevo hechas (todas excelentes) la atención, la coordinación y el conocimiento de los guías es muy bueno. Un excelente servicio, lo recomiendo!
Ana Zugarramurdi
Google review
Amazing company and experience. We did the Todo Glaciares boat tour in the Premium Lounge and it was beyond expectations! Great staff, great cruise and food! Highly recommended!
Martin Bride
Google review
Gerardo drove us on a bespoke 8- day trip from Salta up into the wilderness where the 🦩 come to get pink. We had a great time in this spectacular region.
Sammer
Google review
I had a great experience with Southwind. They organized a tour for us to visit Monte Leon from El Calafate. Fernando & Laura organized the logistics and were very helpful. Martin accompanied us on the tour and doubled up as driver and tour guide, which was beyond our expectations. We saw a lot of wildlife en route, as well as in the park with Martin’s help. I highly recommend Southwind for your Patagonia experience.
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