Punta Tombo

Important info: We work with the ships schedules, so we will adapt the tour depart and return time according to it. Embark on a 6-hour long adventure from Piedrabuena Pier, this time heading 180 km south to explore Punta Tombo. After showing your entrance fees (not included) at the control point, get ready for an incredible experience: walking among Magellanic penguins. This journey takes you deep into the reserve, where the sheer thrill of being surrounded by these charismatic creatures awaits. The magic lies in the opportunity to stroll through their natural habitat, witnessing their adorable antics and interactions up close. The 180 km journey is not just a distance but a passage to a unique encounter with nature. Get ready to make lasting memories as you immerse yourself in the captivating world of Punta Tombo and its charming Magellanic penguins. We meet the groups at Piedrabuena Pier and when the tour is done we return to the same point. This tour is available for cruise passengers only. If you are not on a cruise, but you are interested in taking this tour please contact us for further information. Not included: entrance fees/ tips

Embark on a full-day tour to the Punta Tombo Natural Reserve from Puerto Madryn. Walk through the 3 km natural path to see the Magellanic Penguins in their natural environment during their reproductive time. Start your day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Puerto Madryn. Travel to the Punta Tombo Natural Reserve, located 180 km from Puerto Madryn. Once there, walk through the 3 km natural path to see the Magellanic Penguins in their natural environment during their reproductive time. Hear the animals claming for the couples, mating, fighting for the nests, breeding the chicks, or molting their feathers, depending on the season. With their white chests and black backs, the penguins represent a special group of land-sea fauna of Patagonia. Optional: Depending on the weather conditions, the tour goes to Playa Union, offering the option of a dolphin watching (Commerson dolphin), sailing at the ocean, or the Paleontological Museum in Trelew. To be confirmed the day before the tour.

Visit the Punta Tombo National Reserve, the world's largest colony of Magellanic penguins. Begin the journey from the port in Puerto Madryn, on a 170 km journey to Punta Tombo, showcasing the vast Patagonian aridness along the way. Upon arrival, visit an Interpretation Center dedicated to the penguins’ life cycle stages and their natural environment. Then, walk among penguins along a 1.5-kilometer trail starting in the Patagonian steppe and reaching the coastal area where the penguins come from the sea to the land. Watch where these adorable animals refurbish their nests, fulfilling their reproductive cycle and raising their chicks. Admire the vast expanse of the colony, filled with nests in every direction. See the penguins peacefully coexist with small rodents and kelp gulls, with occasional visits from guanacos and choiques. After completing the tour, head back to the port for a timely return to your cruise ship. We will be at the city again from 45 to 1:15 minutes before the ship departure. We know the importance of returning on time to your cruise. This Tour is exclusive for cruise passenger who visit Puerto Madryn on Viking Cruises, Norwegian Cruise line (Norwegian Star), Celebrity Cruise line (Celebrity Eclipse), Princess Cruise Line ( Sapphire Princess) or Holland America Cruise line ( Ms Oosterdam)

Knowing the duration of the cruise stay, we organize the excursion to fit their schedules. This 6-hour excursion begins at Luis Piedrabuena Pier where we will meet to travel 180 kilometers south to reach Punta Tombo. After paying the park entrance fee (not included in the excursion rate), we will start our adventure to explore one of the largest colonies of Magellanic penguins in the world. Punta Tombo offers visitors the unique opportunity to walk among hundreds of thousands of penguins in their natural habitat, observe their behavior, and admire their beauty up close. This excursion is ideal for nature and photography enthusiasts as it provides countless opportunities to capture stunning images of these adorable animals. The experience of being surrounded by wildlife and the natural beauty of the area makes this excursion truly unforgettable for visitors of all ages. In addition to penguins, Punta Tombo is home to a variety of seabirds and offers impressive coastal landscapes that will captivate you. Upon concluding the tour, we will return the journey back to the city of Puerto Madryn to drop you off at the pier entrance. Not included: entry fees/lunch.

Punta Tombo is one of the most famous and visited coastlines along the eastern coast of Argentine Patagonia. In the morning we will go to Punta Tombo Protected Natural Area, which is home to a huge colony of Magellanic penguins. After a trip of just over two hours through the vast routes and Patagonian scenery, you will arrive at this fantastic reserve. You will have no less than three hours to cover both the Penguin Colony trails and the Punta Tombo Interpretation Center with enough time. You can make use of the facilities of the place, which has a Confectionery-Restaurant, bathrooms and trails to interpret the Patagonian winds.

The Punta Tombo Protected Natural Area is the largest continental colony of Magellanic Penguins in the world. The Magellanic penguins arrive annually at this territory to develop their entire natural process (wonderful spectacle), through different activities: nesting, feeding, mating, having their babies, molting their plumage and preparing to then undertake their return journey to the Northeast. from South America, returning the following year. By traveling along interpretive trails, we can find different specimens that constantly cross them. We will also be able to contemplate the native flora of the area, along with various species of birds that coexist in the territory. During the tour we can observe land animals such as guanacos, piches, maras, choiques, foxes, among others. Upon arrival we will pay the entrance fee to the reserve and enter the Magellanic Penguin Interpretation Center. Here we can observe and learn about the fauna of the place. Walking along the interpretive trails, we can be surprised to experience the feverish activity that dominates the colony: depending on the season, you can see some penguins digging their caves, fighting for territory, moving in search of their nests, mating or feeding their chicks. The penguins coexist with other seabirds that have chosen this territory to nest, such as seagulls, skuas, cormorants, the steamer duck, Antarctic pigeons, and several species of terns and giant petrels. RAWSON Optional: sighting of Tonina Overa (Patagonic Dolphin) Here we have the option of venturing into the unforgettable experience of sailing these waters together with the sighting of Toninas Overas, popularly known as the Patagonian Dolphin. They are generally observed in groups of 2 to 10 specimens. HIDDEN ISLAND Isla Escondida is a pristine beach that became an Elephant Seal roost. In this territory we will have the possibility of observing these immense mammals weighing up to 4 tons. The males, in their reproductive age, develop a proboscis or proboscis with which they produce loud roars to keep the competition away. Towards mid-November, the adult males leave the beaches and make room for the young with their mothers, who protect and feed them until they molt in November. The observation of this tourist sighting will be from a privileged distance, turning this visit into an unforgettable experience.

Visit the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in South America on a shore excursion from Puerto Madryn. From September through April, Punta Tombo hosts approximately one million penguins that arrive to complete their breeding cycle and molt. Other specimens of guanacos, Patagonian hares, and other terrestrial fauna complete the scene. Enjoy a privileged view of the Atlantic Ocean coast. Start your tour with a transfer from the port to Punta Tombo. Stop at a gas station for a restroom break before continuing to the penguin colony. Arrive at Punta Tombo and visit the rookery to see the penguins. As long as the time allows, upon returning from the reserve we will give you a city tour of Puerto Madryn before dropping you off at the dock exit. We work with 20 seats minibuses, 16 seats sprinters, minivan and cars.

Discover an unforgettable adventure in Punta Tombo, home of the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in South America! This excursion has been specially designed for you to take advantage of every second of your stop in Puerto Madryn, without worries and in total comfort. Start your experience as soon as you arrive at the port. Our expert tour guide will meet you at the dock entrance, within 30 minutes after mooring the ship. From that moment on, he will accompany you throughout the tour, giving you fascinating facts about the region and the local wildlife. We embark on Route 3, a scenic route through the Patagonian landscapes, heading to the iconic Punta Tombo Nature Reserve. Punta Tombo is an experience that will leave you speechless. In this magical place, you will have the unique opportunity to walk among thousands of penguins in their natural environment. During the season, tens of thousands of these friendly animals nest and raise their chicks on the coast. You will see how they move between the beach and their nests, a natural spectacle you will never forget, a true immersion in wildlife! And not only that, you will also be able to see other native species, such as guanacos, rheas and various seabirds that complete this natural paradise. All this in a controlled and safe environment, with trails prepared to facilitate observation without disturbing the animals. Our tour guides, knowledgeable of the local ecosystem, will be with you at all times to offer you the best experience, giving you the opportunity to take amazing pictures while learning about the life cycle of penguins and the importance of their conservation. The return to Puerto Madryn will be equally comfortable and hassle-free, with the guarantee that we will arrive one hour before the departure of your cruise-ship passenger, so that you can board at your leisure. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a close encounter with Patagonian wildlife in an incomparable setting. Book today and make your stop in Puerto Madryn unforgettable with this excursion to Punta Tombo!

Visit the Punta Tombo National Reserve, the world's largest colony of Magellanic penguins. Begin the journey from the port in Puerto Madryn, embarking on a 170 km journey to Punta Tombo, showcasing the vast Patagonian aridness along the way. Upon arrival, visit an Interpretation Center dedicated to the penguins’ life cycle stages and their natural environment. Then, walk among penguins along a 1.5-kilometer trail starting in the Patagonian steppe and reaching the coastal area where the penguins come from the sea to the land. Watch where these adorable animals refurbish their nests, fulfilling their reproductive cycle and raising their chicks. Admire the vast expanse of the colony, filled with nests in every direction. See the penguins peacefully coexist with small rodents and kelp gulls, with occasional visits from guanacos and choiques. After completing the tour, head back to the port for a timely return to your cruise ship.

This Protected Natural Area was created as such, in 1979, has a total extension of 210 hectareas, and can be visited from September to April. The beach is considered intangible area, and in February you will find it, full of Penguins Chicks practicing swimming, especially in the small pools leave it from the tides. Leaving Puerto Madryn, toward the south, by the Nº 3 national route, and after traveling through 120 miles of pavement and gravel, we will arrive at Punta Tombo, the greater continental reserve of Magellan Penguins (Spheniscus Magallanicus). This incredible place its home of thousands of Magellan Penguins, and every year since October, they arrive to nest and to have their chicks. To watch and protected the place is important to respect the perfectly designed walking paths. Returning to Puerto Madryn we will have more than enough time to catch your cruise ship, so you can continue enjoying Patagonia Length: 6 hours Includes: Vehicule with A/C, English Speaking Tour Guide and Box Lunch