Ushuaia · Tierra del Fuego · Argentina
Playa Bahía Encerrada
This protected curve of beach sits within walking distance of Ushuaia's tourist infrastructure, offering easy access to the Beagle Channel's scenic drama. Fishing boats share the bay with sailboats while the city climbs the mountain behind you.
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This protected curve of beach sits within walking distance of Ushuaia's tourist infrastructure, offering easy access to the Beagle Channel's scenic drama. Fishing boats share the bay with sailboats while the city climbs the mountain behind you.
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About this beach
Where it is
Playa Bahía Encerrada
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
-54.8092°, -68.3158°
Top things to do
At Playa Bahía Encerrada
Sunset photography
Capture city-mountain-channel compositions
Family swimming
Wade in calmer water
Waterfront walk
Connect to coastal path
Evening gatherings
Join local sunset ritual
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Playa Bahía Encerrada.
Questions people actually ask about Playa Bahía Encerrada.
Is it safe to swim at Playa Bahía Encerrada?
Swimming at Playa Bahía Encerrada is possible but challenging due to extremely cold water temperatures year-round, typically 4-9°C. The bay's calm, sheltered waters reduce wave hazards, making it safer than open Beagle Channel beaches, though hypothermia risk remains significant. There are no designated swimming areas or lifeguards on duty. Most visitors wade briefly or skip swimming entirely, focusing instead on scenic walks and photography. If you do enter the water, limit exposure time and never swim alone. Wetsuits are essential for any extended water contact.
When is the best time to visit Playa Bahía Encerrada?
Playa Bahía Encerrada is accessible year-round and offers different appeals each season. Summer (December-February) brings the warmest temperatures (8-15°C), longest days, and most comfortable conditions for walking the shoreline. This is also the busiest season in Ushuaia. Shoulder seasons (March-April and October-November) offer fewer crowds while maintaining reasonable weather. Winter (June-August) provides dramatic snowy mountain backdrops but frigid temperatures. The beach's proximity to central Ushuaia makes it convenient regardless of season, ideal for budget travelers staying in the city.
