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Puerto Madryn Sea Lions Tour with Buenos Aires Tours - Puerto Madryn

Puerto Madryn Sea Lions Tour with Buenos Aires Tours

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, easy walks on uneven ground.

Overview

Journey to Patagonia's Punta Loma Sea Lions Reserve with Buenos Aires Tours. Witness sea lions in their natural habitat and enjoy a private coastal tour around Puerto Madryn.

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Puerto Madryn Private City Tour Including Punta Loma Sea Lions Reserve

Starting at €88.50 (USD$95.50) l 2 Hours l All Ages

City Tour
Food Tour
History Tour
Private
Sightseeing Tour
Transportation

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Adventure Photos

Puerto Madryn Private City Tour Including Punta Loma Sea Lions Reserve photo 1

About This Adventure

Be part of this exciting experience at one of the most fascinating shows performed by nature: the Sea Lion Colony!


Rates Per Person

Private Tour (All Ages)

  • 1 Person: €517.00 (USD$558.50)
  • 2 to 2 People: €259.00 (USD$279.50)
  • 3 to 3 People: €155.50 (USD$144.00)
  • 4 to 4 People: €144.00 (USD$155.49)
  • 5 to 5 People: €173.00 (USD$187.00)
  • 6 to 6 People: €172.50 (USD$186.00)
  • 7 to 7 People: €154.00 (USD$166.00)
  • 8 to 8 People: €139.50 (USD$150.50)
  • 9 to 9 People: €128.50 (USD$138.50)
  • 10 to 10 People: €119.50 (USD$129.00)
  • 11 to 11 People: €112.00 (USD$121.00)
  • 12 to 12 People: €88.50 (USD$95.50)
  • 13 to 13 People: €106.50 (USD$115.00)
  • 14 to 14 People: €124.00 (USD$134.00)
  • 15 to 15 People: €128.00 (USD$118.50)

*Discounts: Children from 3 to 8 years old - ** €185.00 (USD$199.50)

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

2 Hours

Frequency

Every day

Start time:

09:00 am.

This tour depends on the low tide of each day. Timetables may change according to this situation.

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, while we ride 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 Sea Lions Reserve in Punta Loma. Here, we will have a stroll and visit different viewpoints accompanied by expert guides who will show you around this extraordinary reserve where Sea Lions and other animal species 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 the sea lions.

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

Distance 17 Km.

What to expect

Take this fascinating private tour to Punta Loma and see sea lions in their natural habitat. Be part of this exciting experience at one of the most fascinating shows performed by nature: the Sea Lion Colony!

◾ Travel along wild roads and arrive at the Sea Lions Reserve in Punta Loma ◾ Stroll and visit different view points to see where sea lions and other animal species have chosen to comply with an important part of their lives cycle ◾ Be accompanied by an expert guide 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 the sea lions ◾ Learn about the flora and fauna in la Patagonia ◾ Take advantage of a short sightseeing around the coastline city of Puerto Madryn (optional Eco Center)

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

Tour Details

  • Loberia de Punta Loma, Route 1 17 km al sur, Puerto Madryn Argentina, 45 minutes
  • Puerto Madryn, Puerto Madryn, Province of Chubut, Patagonia, pass by without stopping
  • Ecocentro, Calle Julio Verne 3784, Puerto Madryn U9120OJA Argentina, 30 minutes

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 sea lions reserve
  • Admission tickets for Eco Center
  • Food & 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.
  • This tour depends on the low tide of each day. Timetables may change according to this situation. You will be informed the start time as soon as you show up at port.
  • 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
  • If portuguese language is required, please advise it at time of booking.

Adventure Tips

Check Tide Times

Tour times depend strictly on the low tide to access Punta Loma, so confirm your start time with guides beforehand.

Wear Comfortable Footwear

Choose sturdy, non-slip shoes suitable for walking along rocky paths to various viewpoints at the reserve.

Bring Binoculars

Enhance wildlife viewing by bringing binoculars to see sea lions and coastal birds from a respectful distance.

Sun Protection Is Key

Patagonia’s sun can be intense; pack sunblock, hats, and sunglasses even on cooler days.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • South American sea lions
  • Magellanic penguins (seasonal nearby)

History

Puerto Madryn was founded by Welsh settlers in 1865, and today’s reserves protect species critical to the region’s ecological heritage.

Conservation

Punta Loma is a protected area emphasizing non-intrusive wildlife observation, promoting awareness while safeguarding marine mammals’ natural behaviors.

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Adventure Hotspots in Puerto Madryn

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Supportive footwear is necessary for the reserve's uneven rocky terrain.

Sun Hat

Essential

Protect your head and face from high Patagonia sun exposure.

summer specific

Light Jacket

Essential

Layering helps manage coastal wind and changing temperatures.

spring|fall|winter specific

Binoculars

Aids in detailed observation of sea lions and coastal birds from a distance.