Valdes Peninsula Excursion + Whale Watching

On this excursion to the Valdes Peninsula with whale watching, we'll travel through an area of great biodiversity and see different cetaceans in their natural habitat.

Valdes Peninsula Excursion + Whale Watching

At the appointed time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Puerto Madryn and depart to the Protected Natural Area of the Valdes Peninsula.

After paying the entrance fee to the reserve at the checkpoint, we'll visit the Carlos Ameghino isthmus interpretation center to learn about local fauna and flora. Our tour continues to Puerto Pirámides, where, if weather conditions allow, you can spot whales on a boat ride.

The next stop will be Caleta Valdés, where we'll make up to three stops depending on the time of year. The first stop will be at the cove, the second at Punta Cantor with viewpoints for elephant seals and sea lions, and the third at the penguin colony, which is visible from September to April. In favorable conditions, it's also possible to see killer whales here.

While observing other species such as guanacos, choiques, maras, hares, foxes, and armadillos, we’ll visit Punta Norte. From September to December, we’ll see a colony of elephant seals, and from December to May, a colony of sea lions. Killer whales may also be visible if conditions are favorable.

You'll have time for lunch in the area before returning to Puerto Madryn, with arrival at your hotel scheduled 10 hours after pickup.

Important

Wildlife is unpredictable. The number of species spotted will depend on natural factors on the day of your trip.The best season for spotting each species can be checked on the Valdes Peninsula wildlife calendar.In the event of adverse weather conditions, the local tour provider may modify the day, hours, route, or duration of the tour.

Entry to Valdes Peninsula

The tour does not include the entrance fee to the reserve, which must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.

Other trips in the area

You also have the option to reserve a trip to the Valdes Peninsula.