Outings and excursions · Ushuaia
Canopy in Ushuaia
Text: Miriam Coronel
One more way to discover Ushuaia and its entire surroundings of forests and glacial mountains preserving nature is canopy. An ecological experience like no other.
At the foot of the Martial Glacier, a few kilometers from the city centre, the canopy is a new alternative to enjoy the natural environments of the capital of Fueguina. Between zip lines and suspension bridges, the incredible feeling of flying through the trees is as real as it is inspiring to come into contact with the southernmost nature.
Exciting challenge
Martial Glacier Mountain Center is located 7 km from the centre. The path is simple and back to the city is downhill, which adds another seasoning to a walk. It is a perfect setting for hiking and mountain activities. In the summer season the proposals are expanded and thus the invitation of Canopy Ushuaia is added at the base of the glacier.
In several destinations in South America, canopy is a booming activity for advocates of alternative tourism. In Ushuaia the gentle slopes of the Martial Mountains and its mixed forests of lengas and coihues are an ideal place to practice it.
A complete equipment of harnesses, carabiners, pulleys, helmets and gloves provides all the safety when sliding through the horizontal wires from one tree to the other to appreciate the panoramic landscape from the heights. In addition to happily going through a different and sustainable experience, the traveler finds in this adventure activity an improvement of the emotional and physical state and a reduction of tensions. The challenge is exciting.
After a simple talk and a practice zip line, the team of Instructors at Canopy Ushuaia leads the group to the first platform. The complex has 2 circuits of 7 and 9 zip lines. The first is ideal for large groups and the second also has 2 suspension bridges that add a more adrenaline rush.
The mountain retreat has a lunch proposal, ideal for enjoying a mountain stew or a lamb casserole, or savoring a hot chocolate. The night canopy is a novel option to enjoy the resort with other sensory expectations.
