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By ParaViajantes Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$246 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • What makes this tour truly special is the opportunity to explore one of Patagonia’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Sail through the legendary Strait of Magellan, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, pristine waters, and the untouched beauty of southern Chile.

    The highlight of this experience is visiting Magdalena Island, home to one of the largest colonies of Magellanic penguins in Patagonia. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat, watching them walk, interact, and nest just a short distance away.

    Beyond the penguins, the journey itself is an adventure, offering spectacular views of the Patagonian coastline and the chance to connect with the extraordinary wildlife and natural beauty of this remote region

    This is more than just a sightseeing tour. it's an unforgettable encounter with nature at the southern edge of the world, perfect for wildlife lovers and travellers seeking an authentic Patagonian experience.

Activity location

  • Magdalena Island
    • Punta Arenas, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Muelle Prat
    • 1398 Avenida Costanera del Estrecho
    • Punta Arenas, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile

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Magdalena Island Penguin Boat

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English

Only Magdalena Tour: Tourist Service: Not included pick up and snack
Meeting Point: Muelle Prat .Av. Costanera del Estrecho 1398, Punta Arenas, M
Departures AM - PM: Morning Departure AM
Check-in at Arturo Prat Pier: 6:00 AM

Afternoon Departure PM
Check-in at Arturo Prat Pier: 12:30 PM

Price details
AU$245.65 x 1 AdultAU$245.65
Total
Price is AU$245.65

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    - Entrance to the Natural Monument “Los Pingüinos”.
  • Inclusions
    - Coffee or tea on board
  • Inclusions
    - Bilingual guide in English/Spanish.
  • Exclusions
    - Transfer hotel - office - hotel
  • Exclusions
    - Tips / Service charge

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINIANS OR ARGENTINIAN MEANS OF PAYMENT! The price of the tour, in pesos does NOT include taxes! Then in your payment method, you will be charged extra. TripAdvisor/viator/Associates are foreign websites. They invoice in USD. As any purchase in foreign currency.
    • Please provide the full name of each participant, the ages of any children, and a contact phone number with country code.
    • Please indicate your preferred departure time, subject to availability.

Activity itinerary

Magdalena Island

  • 4h
Set sail from Punta Arenas and navigate through the legendary Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island, home to one of Chilean Patagonia’s most important colonies of Magellanic penguins. During the approximately 1.5-hour boat journey, bilingual guides will share information in English and Spanish about the region, its wildlife, and the penguins’ breeding season. Along the way, you may also spot austral dolphins, sea lions, seabirds, and occasionally sei whales. Additional wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Upon arrival, receive a briefing on the conservation rules established by CONAF before disembarking. Spend approximately one hour exploring the island along its designated trail and observing thousands of Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat. You may also see kelp gulls, cormorants, Chilean skuas, and other native seabirds. During the navigation, travellers may attend an optional talk about Magellanic penguins and their reproductive cycle.

Location

Activity location

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    Magdalena Island
    • Punta Arenas, Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Muelle Prat
    • 1398 Avenida Costanera del Estrecho
    • Punta Arenas, Magallanes y la Antártica Chilena, Chile

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