Top Patagonia Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 2

Marvel at the incredible natural environment of Argentina and discover local wildlife on this guided tour. Admire views of the San Jose Gulf and Birds Island from Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino, before heading to the village of Puerto Piramides. Home to white sand beaches, this is the perfect opportunity for a restorative swim. Visit a majestic colony of elephant seals at Caleta Valdes before returning home.

Most Ushuaia penguin tours sail past Martillo Island and view the colony from the boat—only one authorized operator can actually land on the island to explore among the penguins. Do just that with this combined tour, and pair a walk through the Magellanic and Gentoo colony with a Beagle Channel cruise past Isla de los Lobos, Isla de los Pájaros, and the Les Éclaireurs lighthouse on the return.

Learn about penguins during this half-day boat tour to one of the world's largest penguin colonies from Ushuaia. Travel by boat to the colony, navigating the Beagle Channel and listening to narration from your guide. Perfect for families or groups—morning and afternoon departure times are available to best suit your sightseeing schedule.

Discover Tierra del Fuego National Park through hiking and canoeing during this full-day excursion that includes a picnic lunch. With your guide leading the way so you don't have to navigate, experience Patagonia's stunning scenery, including mountains, lakes, and rivers that are easily accessible from the coast. You'll take a 3-hour forest hike and a 1.5-hour paddle across Lapataia Bay during this day trip, which is ideal for active travelers.

Our proposal for you is our Ushuaia Walking Program, a different, relaxed excursion through the city, where we will walk history surrounded by extreme cultural and natural beauty. At the end of the experience, we can taste hot chocolate and artisan chocolates, in a warm confectionery in Ushuaia, amid pleasant company and warm attention. A unique Experience at the End of the World!

Discover Chilean Patagonia without worrying about crossing the border between countries alone on a tour of Torres del Paine National Park from El Calafate. Take in the park’s magnificent scenery of alpine lakes, rugged peaks, and glaciers without having to worry about navigating. See the spectacular Grey Glacier and Grey Lake, and hike to the Salto Grande waterfall. Round-trip transportion from your El Calafate hotel and lunch are included.

Take a break from typical tours and enjoy a unique experience at the Perito Moreno Glacier, sailing up close to the beautiful glacier. Stroll around the glacier and witness ice formations and on the scenic trail along the lakeshore. Capture the beauty with plenty of photographs, creating memories that will last a lifetime with your friends and family. Enjoy this experience with a tour guide who makes the experience even fun and easier.

Discover the natural beauty of Tierra del Fuego National Park on a hiking excursion. Set out on forest trails to see lakes, rivers, and the Beagle Channel shore. Learn about archeological sites, local history, and wildlife from your guide during the hike. Travel to the end of the Panamerican Highway to see Lapataia Bay.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia's top attractions, but reaching the rural landmark alone can be tough. Visit the glacier with ease on this full-day trip from El Calafate, which includes convenient coach transportation to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the park's scenic lookouts and walkways to see the glacier from a multitude of different angles. Opt for a boat ride along Perito Moreno's dramatic front side for close-up views of the icy giant.

The Punta Tombo National Reserve is home to the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in South America, and lies about 115 miles north of Puerto Madryn cruise port. With this shore excursion, make the most of your time in port with pickup, lunch, and round-trip transport all included. Admire the penguins in their natural habitat as you walk the 1-mile trail along the coast, passing thousands of penguins, nests, and other wildlife.

Get up close to Patagonia’s incredible wildlife on this full-day tour of the famous Punta Tombo Penguin Colony from Puerto Madryn, including hotel pick up. Stand in awe before South America’s largest colony of Magellan's penguins, and see playful Overas Toninas dolphins and an array of seabirds in their natural environment.

The tour starts when passengers are picked up in El Calafate. You will board our comfortable buses, where our tour guides will give you information on the place, the glacier and the tour on our way to Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Once you arrive at Bajo de las Sombras port you’ll board a ship to cross Lago Rico and descend on the opposite coast, the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno. When you disembark, you will be welcomed by our expert mountain guides. Here starts the trekking! We will start by walking along the coast of the lake, keeping our eyes on the glacier The guides will give a talk about glaciology. When we reach the glacier side, with its amazing shades of blue ice framing the landscape, you will be divided into subgroups of up to 20 people each and you will have the crampons and helmets fitted. At the end of the ice trekking, you will return along a path crossing the Bosque Andino Patagónico, completing the THREE-HOUR WALK ON THE LAKE COAST, MORAINE, ICE AND WOODS

Immerse yourself in the icy beauty of the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier—without worrying about the logistics and navigation—on this day trip from El Calafate. Following hotel pickup, travel to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once there, you can do a four-hour hike to the glacier or choose an optional boat tour.

Unparalleled experience of sailing the Beagle Channel eastward enjoying the wonderful scenery of the channel and the mountains that surround it, there we will see Puerto Almanza on the Argentine coast and on the Chilean coast the Puerto Williams Naval Base, and arrive at Martillo Island where we will have the opportunity to see a colony of Magellanic Penguins and some specimens of Papua penguins.

Follow Charles Darwin's sailing route through the Beagle Channel on this catamaran trip out of Ushuaia. Check out Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and some shipwreck ruins before experiencing the deafening din of large colonies of sea lions barking on Sea Lions Island. Visit the End of the World Museum, view Ushuaia's defunct prison, and see Olivia and Cinco Hermanos (Five Brothers) mountains. Visit Bird Island to view the varied avian population of this region and hear knowledgeable commentary from your guide.

We are a boutique receptive agency and our passion is to take care of every detail. Our proposal will make you feel the unique experience of having reached the true end of the Earth. During our tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park you will visit dramatic and surprising landscapes: lakes, mountains, flora and fauna; accompanied at all times by our fantastic and enthusiastic team of professional guides. At the end of the tour we will surprise you with a warm detail that will make this experience of reaching the end of the world even more unforgettable. IMPORTANT: - ADMISSION TO TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK IS MANDATORY, NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE. THE DOOMSDAY TRAIN IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS OPTIONAL AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE. A STOP IS MADE AT THE TRAIN STATION AT THE END OF THE WORLD FOR THOSE WHO HAVE TICKETS. WE HAVE ANOTHER TOUR THAT INCLUDES IT. Detailed itinerary times vary depending on the visit.

The rugged peaks, glittering lakes and Andean-Patagonian forests of the Tierra del Fuego National Park stretch over the border of Chile in southwest Argentina. On this tour, benefit from a small group size, ensuring a more personalized experience and make plenty of stops to admire the views and enjoy short hikes, visiting natural wonders including Ensenada Bay, Lake Roca, and Lapataia Bay.

When your cruise ship sails into Puerto Madryn, make the most of even limited time in Peninsula Valdes and Punta Tombo on a shore excursion that increases your chances of spotting penguins and other flora and fauna. Skip the hassle of car hire as someone else drives, and enhance your knowledge of local wildlife with your guide.

Discover the natural beauty of Los Glaciares National Park with a full-day excursion from El Calafate. Travel along the Provincial Road to the National Park and admire views of the Patagonian Steppe and the Magellanic forest. Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and enjoy free time to walk around independently and see several views of the glacier.

Traveling by 4x4 gives you the option of getting off-road and exploring parts of the wild Patagonian landscape that would be nearly impossible to access by foot or by car. This tour takes you to an incredible viewpoint at the top of Huyliche Hill that overlooks El Calafate, an alpine lake, and even as far as Fit Roy Mount on a clear day. Other sights you might see along the way include fossils, wild condors, and the Patagonian steppe.

Discover Tierra del Fuego from the air with a helicopter ride. Board a helicopter for a bird's-eye view of the Andes, Ushuaia, glaciers, lagoons, and valleys. Get to know the surroundings of one of the most picturesque regions of Argentina with a small-group flight that includes landing in the Andes.

Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin with this half-day catamaran cruise from Ushuaia. After boarding at Puerto Turístico, sail down the Beagle Channel and marvel at panoramic views of scenic landscapes, explore Isla Bridges with an informative guide and see settlements of the indigenous Yámanas, and spot marine life at Isla de Lobos and Isla de los Pajaros.

The Perito Moreno Glacier Tour with Safari Azul is the perfect choice for anyone wanting to experience the Perito Moreno Glacier up close. You can either choose the option with transfers from El Calafate or arrive at the port on your own. The tour includes a 20-minute boat ride across the Brazo Rico of Lake Argentino, followed by a 30-minute walk through the Patagonian forest until you reach the glacier’s edge (note: you won’t be walking on the ice). You’ll have some free time to take in the breathtaking views before heading back along the same trail. The return boat ride takes you along the front of the glacier’s impressive southern wall. If you choose the transfer option, the tour also includes a stop at the Perito Moreno walkways before heading back to El Calafate. LIMITATION: Only suitable for people from 6 to 70 years old. Ready to enjoy an unforgettable day?

Discover the wild landscapes and unique wildlife of the Peninsula Valdes on a stress-free full-day tour from Puerto Madryn, including hotel pickup and an optional whale-watching experience. Learn about Patagonia’s native flora and fauna from your expert naturalist guide as you heighten your chance of spotting elephant seals, penguins, and sea lions along the coast. Keep your camera handy and look out for guanacos, armadillos, maras, and skunks as you drive through the UNESCO-listed national park.