Puerto Madryn: Full-Day Wildlife Safari on Peninsula Valdés Valdes Peninsula: Full-Day Tour from Puerto Madryn
ID: GYG1252520-1918654
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Land: Cuba
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07:00 timmar
Beskrivning
Wildlife Safari on the Valdes Peninsula from Puerto Madryn. See whales, sea lions, elephant seals, and penguins with an expert guide. Includes transfer and entry to the reserve.
Discover Valdés Peninsula, one of the most important marine life sanctuaries in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This full-day tour departing from Puerto Madryn offers exceptional opportunities to observe marine wildlife, terrestrial wildlife, and a variety of birds in their natural habitat.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Start with pickup from your hotel in Puerto Madryn and travel to the Carlos Ameghino Isthmus Interpretive Center, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Gulfs Nuevo and San Jose while learning about the peninsula's unique ecosystem with your expert, bilingual guide.
Continue to Puerto Pirámides, the only town within the reserve. During the whale season (June–December), you will have the option of booking a whale-watching boat trip (not included). In summer and fall, enjoy pristine beaches and breathtaking coastal landscapes.
WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS
To go on a whale-watching boat trip, please contact us to request a spot.
Spots are limited, and the tour lasts 1.5 hours on the water, plus half an hour before boarding.
Travel to Caleta Valdés, a remarkable geological formation that is home to colonies of sea lions and elephant seals. Walk along interpretive trails, enjoy the included lunch, and photograph the wildlife up close. Starting in September, visit Punta Cantor to observe the Magellanic Penguin colony in its breeding areas.
During summer and fall (December–June), the tour includes Punta Norte, where you can witness orcas hunting near the coast, one of nature's most awe-inspiring spectacles.
SEASONAL HIGHLIGHTS
• June–December: Southern Right whales at Puerto Piramides
• September–March: Magellanic penguins at Punta Castor
• December–June: Orca whales at Punta Norte
• All year round: Sea lions, sea elephants, guanacos, rheas, and various birds
Return to Puerto Madryn between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM after a full day of unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Höjdpunkter
- Tour the Valdés Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Watch the Southern Right whale at Port Piramides (June to December)
- Visit Caleta Valdés and observe colonies of sea lions and elephant seals up close
- Discover the Magellanic Penguin colony at Punta Cantor (September+)
- Spot orca whales at Punta Norte during the season (October to April)
Guider språk
VIKTIG INFORMATION
PICKUP AND SCHEDULES
• Pick-up: 7:15–7:45 AM from Puerto Madryn | Return: 5:00–6:00 PM (10–11 hours)
• Schedule confirmed 24 hours in advance via WhatsApp/email
SEASONAL ITINERARY
• Jun–Dec: Puerto Piramides (whales) + Caleta Valdés + Punta Cantor (penguins from Sep)
• Dec–Jun: Puerto Piramides + Caleta Valdés + Punta Norte (orca whales)
WILDLIFE (sightings likely, not guaranteed)
• Right whales: Jun–Dec (peak Aug–Oct)
• Penguins: Sep–Mar
• Orcas: Dec–Jun (most active Oct–Apr)
• Sea lions/elephant seals: All year round
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
• Whale watching by boat NOT included
THINGS TO BRING
• Windbreaker, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat
• Warm clothing (Jun–Sep) or light clothing (Oct–May)
• Camera and binoculars (optional)
INKLUDERAT
- Round-trip transfers from your Puerto Madryn accommodation
- Transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
- Entrance fee to the Peninsula Valdés Nature Reserve
- Visit to the Carlos Ameghino Isthmus Interpretation Center
- Stops at Port Piramides, Caleta Valdes and Punta Cantor/Punta Norte
- Free time to explore and take photos
EJ INKLUDERAT
- Whale watching in Puerto Pirámides (optional activity)
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Items of a personal nature
När ska jag boka?
För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.
Avbokningar
Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.