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Explore Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve: A Private Tour from Puerto Madryn - Puerto Madryn

Explore Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve: A Private Tour from Puerto Madryn

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

7–8 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness is recommended for a half-day walking and standing in outdoor conditions

Overview

Discover the wonders of Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve with a private tour from Puerto Madryn, where you can witness one of South America’s largest Magellanic penguin colonies in their natural habitat. Avoid the crowds and enjoy expert-led wildlife encounters in this pristine Patagonian reserve.

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Private Tour Discovering Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve From Puerto Madryn

Starting at €128.00 (USD$138.50) l 7 to 8 Hours l All Ages

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About This Adventure

Be part of this amazing experience at one of the most fascinating shows performed by nature: The Magellan Penguin Continental Colony!


Rates Per Person

Private Tour (All Ages)

  • 1 Person: €748.00 (USD$807.50)
  • 2 to 2 People: €373.00 (USD$403.00)
  • 3 to 3 People: €225.00 (USD$208.50)
  • 4 to 4 People: €249.00 (USD$269.00)
  • 5 to 5 People: €333.00 (USD$360.00)
  • 6 to 6 People: €278.00 (USD$300.00)
  • 7 to 7 People: €234.00 (USD$257.00)
  • 8 to 8 People: €144.50 (USD$156.08)
  • 9 to 9 People: €209.50 (USD$225.00)
  • 10 to 10 People: €166.50 (USD$180.00)
  • 11 to 11 People: €151.50 (USD$163.50)
  • 12 to 12 People: €139.00 (USD$150.00)
  • 13 to 13 People: €128.00 (USD$138.50)
  • 14 to 14 People: €172.00 (USD$186.00)
  • 15 to 15 People: €161.00 (USD$174.00)

*Discounts: Children from 3 to 8 years old - ** €191.00 (USD$206.50)

Infants under 3 years travel for free while not occupying a seat. Child rate applies only when sharing with a minimun of 5 paying adults.

Duration

7 to 8 Hours

Frequency

Every day

Start time:

08:00 am.

Meeting & pickup

  • We pick up all travelers

Ports

  • Terminal de Cruceros, U9120 Puerto Madryn, Chubut Province, Argentina.

Additional pickup details

  • Departure Point: Centrally located hotels in Puerto Madryn, Chubut Province, Argentina.
  • Directions: Pax on board should meet our tour guide after disembarking. A sign with the name informed will be shown to contact them.
  • Pax at hotels should wait in the lobby and advise it at the front desk.

Dates: See Availability.

Return point: Starting point.

Overview

We departure from Puerto Madryn, traveling along wild roads, our guide will introduce you to the local history and describe the fauna and flora of this particular area; till we arrive at the largest continental penguin colony in the world, Punta Tombo Natural Reserve. Here, we will have a stroll along different trails accompanied by expert guides who will show you around this extraordinary reserve where penguins have chosen to comply with an important part of their lives cycle.

Discover the beauty and wildlife of this fantastic area and be part of this unforgettable experience within a unique natural setting, under the watchful eye of birds and guanacos while you see penguins and their babies at a close distance.

Moreover, on the way back, you will enjoy a short sightseeing around the coastline city of Puerto Madryn.

Distance 350 Km.

What to expect

Take this fascinating private tour to Punta Tombo and see penguins in their natural habitat. Be part of this amazing experience at one of the most fascinating shows performed by nature: The Magellan Penguin Continental Colony.

◾ Travel along wild roads and arrive at the largest continental penguin colony in the world, Punta Tombo. ◾ Stroll along different trails and see where penguins have chosen to comply with an important part of their lives cycle ◾ Be accompanied by expert guides who will show you around this extraordinary reserve ◾ Discover the beauty and wildlife of this fantastic area and be part of this unforgettable experience ◾ Enjoy a unique natural setting, under the watchful eye of birds and guanacos while you see penguins and their babies at a close distance ◾ Learn about the flora and fauna in la Patagonia ◾ Take advantage of a short sightseeing around the coastline city of Puerto Madryn

Your Punta Tombo experience ends with the return to your hotel or port.

Tour Details

  • Punta Tombo, Ruta Provincial 1 approx 100 km from the cities of Rawson & Trelew, Dos Pozos Argentina, 1 hour
  • Puerto Madryn, Puerto Madryn, Province of Chubut, Patagonia, pass by without stopping.

Inclusions

  • Transfer in-out
  • Licensed driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle (A car upto 04 pax. A minivan/minibus for more than 04 pax)
  • Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Admission tickets for the penguin reserve
  • Food or drinks

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible (not every surface)
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 5 paying adults
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Dress code is casual, confortable shoes
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels might be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. The sizes must be informed in advance.
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • If you are on board, we adapt the timetables according to your cruise ship schedule
  • The tour for passengers at hotels might be extended 1 hour more
  • If portuguese language is required, please advise it at time of booking.

Adventure Tips

Wear sturdy shoes

The reserve’s sandy and uneven terrain requires good footwear for comfortable walking.

Bring wind protection

Patagonian winds can be strong; a windbreaker keeps you comfortable outdoors.

Keep a respectful distance

Maintain a safe distance from penguins to avoid disturbing their natural behaviors.

Carry water and snacks

There are no facilities inside the reserve, so be prepared for the duration of your visit.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Magellanic penguins
  • Guanacos

History

Punta Tombo became Argentina’s first marine coastal protected area in 1979 to safeguard its vast penguin colonies.

Conservation

Ongoing efforts focus on habitat preservation and minimizing human disturbance to ensure penguin populations thrive amid environmental changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Sturdy hiking shoes

Essential

Necessary for walking comfortably on sandy and uneven surfaces.

Windbreaker jacket

Essential

Protects against strong coastal winds common in Patagonia.

Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)

Essential

Essential for shielding skin during extended outdoor exposure.

summer specific

Binoculars

Useful for birdwatching and viewing penguins from a respectful distance.