Ushuaia is often referred to as "the gateway of Antarctica". Ushuaia has become a favorite harbor of both large, rugged icebreakers and luxury cruise ships. The location of Ushuaia on the Beagle Channel at Argentina's southernmost point makes it an ideal place to visit. Ushuaia is a beautiful and important port, which supplies many Antarctic bases. You feel like you are at the very end of the world.
Ushuaia is a fascinating destination, thanks to its rugged mountains, steam train called "Train and the End of the World", and the cultural and museum centres. The Beagle Channel is a good place to get up-close with penguins, sea seals and other wildlife.