Walk among thousands of Magellanic penguins at Punta Tombo. Experience Patagonia’s wildlife up close on this unforgettable private tour.
Walk among thousands of Magellanic penguins at Punta Tombo. Experience Patagonia’s wildlife up close on this unforgettable private tour.
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Punta Tombo - Punta Tombo stands as a premier wildlife sanctuary in Argentina, hosting the largest Magellanic penguin colony in South America. Situated along the Atlantic coast of Patagonia, this exceptional reserve spans over 3,000 hectares and attracts over a million penguins annually during the breeding season, from September to April.
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- Punta Tombo - Punta Tombo stands as a premier wildlife sanctuary in Argentina, hosting the largest Magellanic penguin colony in South America. Situated along the Atlantic coast of Patagonia, this exceptional reserve spans over 3,000 hectares and attracts over a million penguins annually during the breeding season, from September to April.
The scenery is marked by expansive, open steppe and a rugged shoreline, creating an ideal habitat for penguins to nest and rear their chicks. Visitors can stroll along designated paths that offer close-up views of the penguins as they engage in their daily routines—digging burrows, feeding their young, and waddling between the land and the sea.
This protected reserve is not only a breathtaking destination for nature enthusiasts but also a vital conservation area, dedicated to preserving the delicate ecosystem that sustains these remarkable species.
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transport
- English/Spanish speaking guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transport
- English/Spanish speaking guide
- Entrance fee to Punta Tombo
- Meals
- Tips
- Entrance fee to Punta Tombo
- Meals
- Tips
The Punta Tombo tour provides a remarkable chance to stroll among thousands of Magellanic penguins in their natural environment. This reserve allows for an intimate experience with these captivating birds as they nest, nurture their chicks, and move freely around visitors.
The adventure starts with a 2.5-hour drive from Puerto Madryn to the Punta Tombo…
The Punta Tombo tour provides a remarkable chance to stroll among thousands of Magellanic penguins in their natural environment. This reserve allows for an intimate experience with these captivating birds as they nest, nurture their chicks, and move freely around visitors.
The adventure starts with a 2.5-hour drive from Puerto Madryn to the Punta Tombo Nature Reserve, traversing the expansive Patagonian steppe. Upon arrival, participants will walk along a 1.5 km trail (3 km round trip), following designated paths that lead through the heart of the penguin colony. Here, there is a rare opportunity to observe these amazing birds up close as they engage in their daily routines. After exploring the reserve, the 2.5-hour return journey to Puerto Madryn begins, leaving participants with unforgettable memories of this extraordinary wildlife experience.
This tour is essential for anyone visiting Patagonia, providing an authentic and immersive encounter with one of nature’s most remarkable spectacles.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
