Punta Tombo Full Day Tour, Walking among Penguins - Regular service SIB
Overview
We provide a quality and trust service, your transfers are safe with us. We are here to assist and inform you at all times. We have our own vehicles, both cars and mini vans, for both regular and private services.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed and certified guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Punta Tombo, Ruta Provincial Nro.1, Dos Pozos Argentina
It is located 180 kilometers to the south and you travel mostly asphalt and a small part of gravel road to get there. This is one of the largest and most accessible Magellanic penguin colonies on the continent. It is the place chosen each year to fulfill its cycle of reproduction and rearing of its chicks.
Once we have paid the entrance fee to the reserve (not included) our 1st stop will be at the Interpretation Center that will introduce us and provide information regarding the habits and behavior of penguins and the entire ecosystem that surrounds the reserve.
Then, we will travel by bus the short distance that separates the center of the path where the penguins are. This trail is 1, 500 meters long and ends in the sea. We will walk accompanied by a guide and, depending on the time of year, we will be able to observe penguins in their natural habitat, swimming, digging their nests, fighting for their territory. or feeding and caring for their chicks.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Playa Isla Escondida, Rawson, Chubut, Argentina
Upon returning from the Punta Tombo tour, we will be able to choose to have lunch at the hostel (not included, it is the passenger's expense) and we will return to Isla Escondida, a remote and picturesque beach that offers a unique experience for those seeking to explore a paradise. isolated. It is a captivating place due to its rocky coasts and its virgin beaches that give a feeling of peace and serenity. In addition, the place is a colony for Marine Elephants where we can observe them at a privileged distance and walk among them. It is one of the best places to appreciate the immensity of these animals. Once this tour is finished, we will begin the return to Puerto Madryn in the afternoon.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Punta Tombo, Ruta Provincial Nro.1, Dos Pozos Argentina
It is located 180 kilometers to the south and you travel mostly asphalt and a small part of gravel road to get there. This is one of the largest and most accessible Magellanic penguin colonies on the continent. It is the place chosen each year to fulfill its cycle of reproduction and rearing of its chicks.
Once we have paid the entrance fee to the reserve (not included) our 1st stop will be at the Interpretation Center that will introduce us and provide information regarding the habits and behavior of penguins and the entire ecosystem that surrounds the reserve.
Then, we will travel by bus the short distance that separates the center of the path where the penguins are. This trail is 1, 500 meters long and ends in the sea. We will walk accompanied by a guide and, depending on the time of year, we will be able to observe penguins in their natural habitat, swimming, digging their nests, fighting for their territory. or feeding and caring for their chicks.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Playa Isla Escondida, Rawson, Chubut, Argentina
Upon returning from the Punta Tombo tour, we will be able to choose to have lunch at the hostel (not included, it is the passenger's expense) and we will return to Isla Escondida, a remote and picturesque beach that offers a unique experience for those seeking to explore a paradise. isolated. It is a captivating place due to its rocky coasts and its virgin beaches that give a feeling of peace and serenity. In addition, the place is a colony for Marine Elephants where we can observe them at a privileged distance and walk among them. It is one of the best places to appreciate the immensity of these animals. Once this tour is finished, we will begin the return to Puerto Madryn in the afternoon.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Nora_N
February 2020
Driver was super nice and friendly. Very punctual, got there on time as well. Very nice experience! Thank you!
Driver was super nice and friendly. Very punctual, got there on time as well. Very nice experience! Thank you!Missie S
January 2020
In researching the best way to get from Puerto Madryn to Trelew airport, this seemed the easiest option and it was. The communication with our driver, who turned out to be a local tour guide, was good. He was prompt and got us to the airport safely, adding important information and interesting...
In researching the best way to get from Puerto Madryn to Trelew airport, this seemed the easiest option and it was. The communication with our driver, who turned out to be a local tour guide, was good. He was prompt and got us to the airport safely, adding important information and interesting tips along the way.