Full-Day Tour to Punta Tombo Penguin Colony
Be seduced by the fascinating landscape of Punta Tombo Provincial Reserve, the largest colony of Magellan penguins in South America.
Departing early in the morning from Puerto Madryn, we will have a journey of over two hours through the vast routes and Patagonian scenery before arriving at this fantastic reserve. Our stay there will be no less than three hours, in order to cover both the Penguin Colony trails and the Punta Tombo Interpretation Center with enough time before our return to Puerto Madryn in the afternoon.
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Stop At: Puerto Madryn, Puerto Madryn, Province of Chubut, Patagonia
Today, we will pick you up in the morning to leave Puerto Madryn and drive 120km (75 miles) south to visit Punta Tombo Provincial Reserve, which houses the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in South America.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Punta Tombo, Chubut Province, Argentina
After a 2-hour drive along the Patagonian roads, we will arrive at the rookery. The colony's population reaches over half a million birds during the peak season, and the best time to visit is between October and April. One of the greatest features of this reserve is the fact that you can literally walk among the penguins and observe their habits. You will have the opportunity to see how they feed their chicks, defend their territory, build their nests, and of course watch their characteristic waddle as they get in and out of the sea.
We will stay at the reserve for no less than 3 hours in which we will also visit the Punta Tombo Interpretive Center.
Not included: Lunch, entrance fee to the Provincial Reserve.
Season to travel: From mid-September to the end of March.
Notes: The order of the tour may vary depending on weather conditions.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Puerto Madryn, Puerto Madryn, Province of Chubut, Patagonia
At the end of this experience we will take you back to your hotel in Puerto Madryn.
Duration: 2 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Important: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth and are required at time of booking for all participants."
"Please bring: comfortable footwear. You can bring refreshments."
"Schedules and the order of the visited attractions / activities may vary, according to the guide's evaluation, weather and the characteristics of the group."
"You may bring your own reusable bottles, as tap water is safe here."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 8 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up from hotels in Puerto Madryn is included. Pick-up time from your hotel will be between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m.
If your hotel is NOT listed, please provide your hotel name when booking in the 'Special Requirements' box. If you are staying at an Airbnb/bungalow/apartment, please let us know and we will inform you of a meeting point for pick-up. You MUST give your personal phone number so that we can reach you if needed.
Pick-ups not included in hotels located in the outskirts of the city. In this case, the traveler must pay an extra cost for the transfer to the city center.
Transfer from Puerto Madryn Airport/Bus Station to your Hotel in Puerto Madryn are available with extra cost. Please ask at the moment of booking. Pick up time on Christmas and New Year may vary.
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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