Wonderful Punta Tombo Penguin Rookery Tour for Cruise Passengers

5 (20) 6h

Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant wildlife of Patagonia with this thrilling tour! On this tour you will have the opportunity to see penguins, guanacos, sheeps, among others in their natural habitat. Take a step into the penguin's world and experience the wonder of these amazing creatures up close. We adapt our service to cruise ship schedules and offer a safe and enjoyable experience. Our knowledgeable guides, fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian, lead small-group excursions, ensuring a personalized experience. As a local company, we offer insider knowledge and authentic experiences. Our highly professional team is passionate about sharing the region's secrets with you.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Includes entrance fee to the park
  • In-person guide
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the start point

Start point

We'll be waiting for you just outside the pier with a sign showing our DOS OCEANOS AGENCY logo and your name. You can either take a pleasant 5 to 10 minute walk or use the free shuttle bus to get to us. Please be on time and disembark the cruise as soon as you can to avoid any issue.

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

How to redeem

You should look for the sign of the company "Dos Oceanos Viajes" outside the pier. At the time of taking the excursion we will exchange tickets. Dirigirse al ingreso del Muelle Piedra Buena, estaremos esperando con un Cartel distintivo de la empresa DOS OCEANOS VIAJES.

What to expect

  1. Begin your experience of exploring Patagonia as soon as your cruise ship docks in Puerto Madryn. Meet us and board a comfortable-modern vehicle. Enjoy a brief tour of the city to learn about its history while heading to the Penguin Colony.

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  2. Our first stop is the replica of the Patagotitan Mayorum, the largest dinosaur in the world discovered to date. We will learn all about the past, when dinosaurs reigned over this region. We will take advantage of this stop to snap some photographs before hitting the road again, heading south.

    15 min

  3. Start the adventure accompanied by a tour guide who will help us interpret the environment. Keep an aye out, specially when driven along a barren gravel road, the reserve enclose unique species as Guanacos (Lamas), Patagonia Rabbit, Lesser Rhea, Grey Wolf, among others.

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  4. Punta Tombo is one of the most scenic reserves in the province of Chubut, blending the deep blue sea with the red volcanic rocks of the Jurassic period. There, we will immerse ourselves in the world of Magellanic Penguins along a 3-kilometer trail (round trip) to observe them and walk among them. If nature allows and we remain attentive to the landscape, we may spot wonderful Patagonian species such as Guanacos, Lesser Rheas (Choiques), Maras, and Elegant Crested Tinamous (Martinetas), among others. After completing the trail, you will have free time to enjoy lunch at 'DeliStore' or have a picnic if you have brought your own lunch or snacks. As we travel along the gravel roads, the safari continues overland, you might be admired by guanacos crossing the Patagonian landscape. After a day full of nature in its purest form, return to Puerto Madryn and get dropped off outside the pier on time.

    2hAdmission included

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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