Penguin Colony & Ranch Day Tour in El Pedral: Encounter Wildlife in Atlantic Patagonia
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Puerto Madryn
Embark on a morning tour from Puerto Madryn to El Pedral and encounter a thriving penguin colony. Experience the wildlife and history of Atlantic Patagonia in this unique excursion.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Puerto Madryn - Setting off from Puerto Madryn and after traveling 70 km along the Patagonian steppe, we will reach the south end of the Golfo Nuevo mouth and find the lighthouse at Punta Ninfas, a valuable reference for sailors coming into the gulf.

  • Punta Ninfas - Here we will enjoy the view of wildlife in the sea and the lighthouse

  • Estancia El Pedral - Afterwards, we will head towards the house of El Pedral, an original Patagonian farmhouse built at the beginning of 20th century. Its materials have been brought in ships from Europe, which disembarked on the coasts of the proper farm.
    After listening the story of the house, we will go to the Magellanic penguins’ colony. A guide tour among its nests will enable you to know much more about these curious animals.

At midday, you will be able to enjoy a lamb roasted on a spit along with a variety of salads, desserts and coffee. Lunch included
Later, after we had lunch you can enjoy de pool, as well as walk in the surroundings of the house
or enjoy a tasty cup of tea or coffee, accompanied with a delicious Welsh cake, before we finally set off our way back

  • Puerto Madryn - The tour will finish at the same point we start, at 5.00pm approximately.
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • gratitude / tips
Additional Information

This trip begins in the morning, setting off from Puerto Madryn in intimate group sizes. It offers the chance to view amazing wildlife while experiencing the Atlantic Patagonia just as the early settlers did during the previous century. It forms a great option for those unable to arrange accommodation at our hotel or those looking to sidestep longer journeys to a penguin colony. Each year, starting in September, a burgeoning community of genial Magellanic penguins gathers at the entrance to Golfo Nuevo, just minutes from our hotel, in a breathtaking and untouched setting.

Location
Av. Julio Argentino Roca 59
Avenida Julio Argentino Roca
Meeting point at Avenue Julio Argentino Roca 59, Local Number 2 - In Front of the pier
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Patagoniajarkeh
Feb 15, 2024
Excellent experience!! - Everything was very good, the excursion is worth 100x100, Qwerty Travel outlined this and other excursions in Patagonia for us. Constance very professional and knowledgeable about the destinations.
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