Patagonia Penguin Watching
Visit South America's largest colony of Patagonian penguins in Punta Tombo, the migration site chosen by the birds for mating, laying eggs and raising their young. Patagonia Penguin Watching.
- 9 - 12 hours
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Visit South America's largest colony of Patagonian penguins in Punta Tombo, the migration site chosen by the birds for mating, laying eggs and raising their young.
Patagonia Penguin Watching
We will pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Madryn and head directly to Punta Tombo, renowned for its penguin population, allowing you to walk among them. At the visitor center, you will learn about the Patagonian Penguins and their ecosystem. Besides penguins, you may observe local wildlife such as guanacos, Patagonian mara, rheas and foxes. After some free time for lunch, we will proceed north to the Isla Escondida coast, known for elephant seals, the largest seal in the world, measuring up to 5 meters and weighing 4 tonnes. After a day appreciating the area's biodiversity, we will return to your hotel in Puerto Madryn.
Important information
Penguins migrate to Punta Tombo to mate and lay eggs between September and February. However, animals are unpredictable, and sightings are not guaranteed throughout the season.
Whale watching
If you wish to see more of Argentina's wildlife, consider a whale watching tour in Valdes Peninsula, known for its high concentrations of marine life in the Southern Hemisphere.
Prices
Included
- Pick up and drop off at hotel
- English speaking guide with expert knowledge of local wildlife
- Transport by bus
Not included
- Lunch
- Admission to the Punta Tombo Reserve: 25000ARS per non–national adults, 15000ARS per non–national children (aged 6–11), 10000ARS per Argentine adult, and 5000ARS per Argentine child (aged 6–11)
Tips
- Accessibility: Most areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.