Spanish Guided: Punta Tombo Penguin Adventure
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Port
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$199.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Puerto Madryn is the stepping-off point for at least two of Argentina's most exciting Natural Parks -- the Valdes Peninsula and Punta Tombo.
The Punta Tombo Nature Reserve, which you will visit today, is world-renowned as perhaps the finest spot from which to view Magellan penguins. It is located 111 miles from the city of Puerto Madryn and will afford you the truly unusual experience of observing Magellan penguins at close range in their natural habitat. It is estimated that more than 450,000 penguins come here each year and, from November on, it is possible to also see baby penguins leaving their nests.
As you quietly stroll along the footpath through the colony, the lovable and endearing penguins will not be afraid of you. They are used to having visitors, and the visitors' code of conduct, explained by your guide, ensures minimal disturbance to the birds. You will learn about how the Magellan penguins mate for life -- the female lays two eggs each year, which the male and female then brood and raise together.
Notes:
A boxed lunch is included. Travel time to Punta Tombo is approximately 2.5 hours each way. The road is unpaved and dusty in places. Due to Puerto Madryn's remote location, the standard of transportation used may be more basic than that in some other ports. Restrooms are available only at the rookery entrance and at the gas station during the ride. This tour is available only on select sailings due to time in port. Un almuerzo en vianda está incluido. El tiempo de viaje a Punta Tombo es de aproximadamente dos horas y media. El camino es de ripio en algunas partes. Hay baños disponibles sólamente en la entrada del parque y en la estación de servicio a mitad de camino.