Booked this last-minute when the excursion from our cruise was all filled up. It turned out to be exactly the same excursion -- even the same boat -- and at a lower price! Fast catamaran. It was a cold and wet day so the windows kept steaming up, but the crew wiped them down frequently. When we got to the penguin island, the boat pulled right up to the beach. We were actually closer to the penguins than the people we saw walking around (on walkways) on the island. Downside: People crowding at the front, taking endless selfies. Also the commercial photographer asking people to move aside so he could take pictures of people; polite, but intrusive. Suggestion: Less time spent at lighthouse island at the beginning, maybe (if allowed) a second landing at penguin island, giving a different view?

We thoroughly enjoyed the activity! Although our original tour was cancelled due to weather including rough winds, we were included in the next day’s afternoon activity. Timing, organization, communication, and availability were as expected! The Catamaran was comfortable, the staff’s attention impecable, food service very good and the overall facilities all in order and clean.

Really fun way to get up close to the penguins. Also saw other sea life -- sea lions and various birds -- but the penguins are the main show. The scenery is spectacular and the guide was knowledgeable and informative. Her English was good and she was very attentive. Don't miss this if you are in Ushuaia.