Top Puerto Madryn Sightseeing Tours

The tour begins at the entrance to the port and takes us south, past Punta Cuevas, a historic site with the ruins of the first Welsh landing of 1865, considered the origin of Puerto Madryn. Here, we visit the interpretive centre on Welsh and native history. Continue to the viewpoint of the Tehuelche monument, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city and its beaches. Then, we head to Paraná Beach, famous for the remains of the boat Le Folies, ideal for diving. We arrived at Punta Loma Natural Protected Area, a sea lion refuge, where we observed its activity, especially in the breeding season. Birds such as rock cormorants and guanacos, foxes and choiques can also be seen on the steppe. We finish the tour by touring the industrial and fishing park of the city before returning to the port. A complete tour of history, nature and wildlife.

See the penguins of Punta Tombo up close on a tour that takes you to a place where the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in the world roosts and raises their young. Wander through the rookery and see thousands of penguins caring for their chicks, molting their feathers and preparing to head back to the frozen south to hunt for fish.

Join our exclusive tour from your Celebrity cruise ship to Punta Tombo, home to thousands of penguins. Ideal for adventure seekers and families, this immersive experience offers expert guides, stunning wildlife encounters. Discover the wonders of Patagonia on this thoughtfully designed tour. From September through April, nearly one million penguins gather here to breed and molt, offering an unforgettable opportunity to observe these charming creatures in their natural habitat. As you explore the area, you’ll also encounter local wildlife such as guanacos and Patagonian hares. This is a unique opportunity to experience the rich biodiversity of Patagonia, guided by experts who bring the region’s stories to life. If time permits, the tour includes a brief guided city tour of Puerto Madryn, showcasing its cultural and historical highlights. This tour is designed with cruise passengers in mind, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience that maximizes your time ashore.

This experience is super special because using our 4 x 4 vehicles and our knowledge of the area, you will be able to see unique places, unforgettable landscapes, and live a moment full of adventure and adrenaline.

Península Valdés tour offers a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where they can observe some of Patagonia’s most iconic species in their natural habitat. From whale watching in Puerto Pirámides (seasonal) to seeing elephant seals, sea lions, orcas, guanacos, and rheas, this tour provides unforgettable encounters with nature. With its rich biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and educational value, the Península Valdés tour is a must-do for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking to explore one of Argentina’s most remarkable natural reserves.

A half-million Magellanic penguins are waiting for you in Punta Tombo, South America’s largest penguin colony. This tour begins with a two-hour drive to the Punta Tombo peninsula in the Argentinean province of Chubut. There you will find hundreds of thousands of Magellanic penguins. As you walk along the trail inhabited by penguins on both sides, you will be able to observe the different phases of these birds’ lives. Because of the proximity of the path to the nests, visitors may enjoy and learn from the penguin behavior. The path has benches for visitors to be able to rest and enjoy the view in this isolated place. After this once-in-a-lifetime experience, the tour returns to Puerto Madryn and your ship. (Note) the ticket to the pinguin colony is not included.

Explore the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in Punta Tombo, a unique nature reserve that offers a unique opportunity to observe their fascinating behaviors. This full-day tour includes visits to Rawson and Escondida Island, where you can also spot sea lions and other wild animals. Meet expert guides who will enrich your experience with information about local flora and fauna. Enjoy convenient transportation from Puerto Madryn, with a panoramic tour of the stunning Patagonian landscape. Ideal for wildlife lovers and families looking for an unforgettable adventure in nature. - Full day tour from Puerto Madryn to Punta Tombo, Rawson and Isla Escondida - Observe Magellanic penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat - Includes transportation with pick-up from local accommodation - Expert guides that will give you information about wildlife and ecology

This tour was designed and conceived to take advantage of every location without missing a single detail. A tour designed to enjoy our local wildlife in different locations and learn a little about the history of our city. Our staff is highly trained to assist you.

Embark on an unforgettable 6-hour journey into the heart of Península Valdés, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Guided by our passionate bilingual experts (English & Spanish), you won’t just see the wildlife—you’ll understand the delicate ecosystem of Patagonia. We travel in modern, spacious, and air-conditioned vehicles designed for maximum comfort across the Patagonian steppe. Our team is specially trained to provide high-quality service to international travelers, including full assistance for guests with reduced mobility, ensuring that the beauty of our cliffs, beaches, and wildlife sanctuaries is accessible to everyone. From the monumental presence of the Southern Elephant Seals to the bustling penguin colonies, we handle every detail so you can focus on the adventure.

Experience the adventure of touring the Valdes Peninsula and embarking on Whale Watching with us. On this 11-hour excursion discover the nature of the immense Valdés Peninsula, where we can be amazed thanks to the diversity of marine fauna: right whales, penguins, sea lions, orcas and much more, depending on the month of the year. In the middle of the imposing Patagonian landscape is the terrestrial fauna: guanacos, Patagonian maras, choiques, martinetas and others. Enjoy the ride in a comfortable and modern transport without worry, accompanied by the chauffeur and guide area experts and professionals.

We offer a exclusive private mini bus for groups that arrive by cruise to puerto madryn and want to visit punta tombo. We got better price that ship companies like Celebrity Equinox, Oosterdam, Viking Jupiter and Marina. Trust us and save money. Also we provided guide in spanish or english language, or spanish guide with a traslator. Tickets and meals are not included but can be quote. The excursion begins in the pier of Puerto Madryn from where we leave towards Route 3 towards the natural area of Punta Tombo. It is located 180 kilometers south and you travel mostly on asphalt and a small part of a gravel road to get there. This is one of the largest and most accessible Magellanic penguin colonies on the continent. Punta Tombo is one the unique places in Patagonia were you can walk among Penguins, hire your own bus and enjoy of the company of the fantactic magellanic penguins. This tour is desing only for cuise passenger, and to be back on time to take your cruise again.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience! Join us on an exciting journey through Golfo Nuevo and experience the magic of dolphin watching in their natural habitat. Feel the thrill of riding in a semi-rigid boat, take in breathtaking landscapes, and be amazed by the curiosity and acrobatics of the dusky dolphins. Every excursion is unique because nature always has surprises in store! Book now and immerse yourself in this one of a kind adventure filled with excitement and marine life.

This guided tour stands out for the unique experience of exploring breathtaking locations, featuring expert english speakers guides who provide detailed knowledge about the local flora, fauna, and history. Additionally, we offer personalized attention to ensure that each participant fully enjoys the excursion. The tour is distinguished by the exclusivity of our small vehicles, allowing us to arrive first at reserves and avoid large crowds. We don’t use coach buses for tours. We have been providing shore excursions to cruise passengers for the last 18 seasons.

You have to choose between: Punta Tombo and Peninsula Valdes. You cannot do both tours at the same time. Private Shore Excursions: This type of tour, allows you to travel with your party alone. You can do the same itinerary than the regular tours or you can customize it according to your interests. The private tours allows you to visit different places such us Peninsula Valdes: Puerto Piramides, Caleta Valdes or Punta Norte. Punta Tombo. The Chubut River's Valley with its welsh culture in cities like Trelew, Gaiman, among others.

Avoid crowded tours and gain insight into Argentina's unique multicultural makeup on this private shore excursion to Trelew and Gaiman. Learn about the center of the Welsh settlement in Argentina through visits to the Trelew Paleontological Museum, where you can browse thousands of interesting artifacts and see a replica of the UNESCO-listed Cueva de las Manos. Stroll through the quaint streets of Gaiman, where your guide's narrative will help you imagine the lives of the Welsh settlers during colonial times.

We offer the best cruise excursion service exclusive for cruise passengers, departures are regular and shared tour. We have many years of experience serving cruise passengers and we know their needs. We invite you to come and discover with us the great contrasts that Peninsula Valdes has to offer and contemplate its unique fauna. Peninsula Valdes is one of the most important nature reserves in the Southern Hemisphere and one of nine World Heritage sites in Argentina. This peninsula's 3,625 km² acts as a refuge for many endangered species. In its bays, beaches, cliffs and steppes you can find whales, orcas, penguins, elephant seals, sea lions, dolphins, porpoises, guanacos, rheas and hundreds of migratory birds. The best time to visit the reserve is between September and March for the greatest concentration of animals.

You can enjoy a peaceful day in nature during this private tour to Punta Tombo, home to one of the largest continental Magellan Penguin colonies. Walk along scenic trails and view penguins in their natural habitat with the help of local guides. Enjoy close encounters with penguins and their chicks while exploring the stunning Patagonian landscape. Plus, this experience also includes a brief tour of Puerto Madryn’s coastline.

We have teams of highly qualified professionals to make your experience truly enjoyable, making your time in each destination discovering and visiting the most important attractions of each place. Our guides will put into action their abilities to identify the different species of fauna and flora that mimic the landscape, allowing them to discover every small detail that can be unnoticed by the naked eye.

Due to the calm waters of the new gulf, Puerto Piramides is one of the best places in the world to see the majestic Southern Right Whales.

Discover the sea lions of Puerto Madryn on a guided tour. Visit a colony of sea lions on a guided tour from Puerto Madryn. See adult specimens and pups resting on the sand. Afterward, take a city tour through the southern and central areas of the city. Meet your guide at the port and head to the sea lion colony, 15 kilometers from Puerto Madryn. Observe a permanent colony of sea lions, with adult specimens and pups resting on the sand. See cormorants and other sea birds. Afterward, take a city tour through the southern and central areas of the city. See its main historical monuments and learn how Puerto Madryn was founded. TIMING 00:00/00:30 Salida del puerto hacia Punta Loma /Transfer to Punta Loma. 00:30/01:10 Arribo/Visita a la lobería/Arrival/Visit of the sea colony. 01:10/01:50 City tour por zona sur de Puerto Madryn/ City tour is carried out on the south part of Puerto Madryn. 01:50/02:20 Regreso al barco/ Transfer to pier.

In our agency, we organize excursions in small groups, which have the advantage of being specially designed to have fun, active activities, and with a lot of contact with nature. We have new and very comfortable vehicles, and excellent guides who enjoy their work and will help you discover the secrets of Patagonia and its incredible fauna: whales, elephant seals, penguins, dolphins...

PUNTA TOMBO is the largest colony where you can see millions of Magellanic penguins, walk among them, and take photos up close. Learn about their natural habitat, observe their nests and their young. They are very funny when they walk! Our guides will accompany you at all times and explain everything about this beautiful destination. It is a wonderful experience that you will always remember.

This excursion is designed especially for cruise passengers arriving in Puerto Madryn, such as the following: PLANCIUS, WORLD NAVIGATOR, VIKING JUPITER, AIDASOL, OOSTERDAM, ISLAND SKY, MAJESTIC PRINCESS, NORWEGIAN STAR, COSTA DELIZIOSA, ARTANIA, MSC MAGNIFICA, MARINA, VASCO DA GAMA, ODISSEY, SAPPHIRE PRINCESS, RIVIERA, QUEEN VICTORIA, CRYSTAL SERENITY, AZAMARA JOURNEY and AMERA. We are passionate about the job and strive to provide the best service to cruise passengers. We know your schedules and needs. Punta Tombo is one of the few places in the world where you can walk among penguins, making this excursion a unique experience. In addition, by contracting directly with an agency in Puerto Madryn, without intermediaries, you can enjoy a smooth excursion.