Top Punta Arenas Wildlife Encounters

Chilean Patagonia is jam-packed full of natural wonders, but exploring them without your own wheels is challenging. Get in touch with Chile’s ‘wild side’ during this shore excursion to the penguin reserves found on Marta and Magdalena Islands. Marvel at more than 150,000 penguins, along with thousands of Cormorants, Austral seagulls, Antarctic pigeons, dolphins, and sea lions during the visit to these two wildlife habitats. A port pickup upgrade option is also available.

Visit the Pinguin Rey Nature Reserve in Tierra del fuego, Porvenir. The team of local guides and drivers is committed to providing a responsible and quality service, taking care of every aspect so that you only dedicate yourself to enjoy. Passenger confidence is reflected in over 240 reviews on Google Maps with an average of 5 stars. Book with us and live the tranquility of being in the hands of a reliable local operator, combining professionalism, closeness and passion to show the best of Patagonia. - Pick up from your hotel in Punta Arenas between 7 :00 - 7 :30 am - 2-hour sailing through the Strait of Magellan - Observation of king penguins in their natural habitat - Bilingual guide included, do not forget to bring your snack - Itineraries and stops at the mentioned points is often modified by the booking schedule or by the ferry schedule. - We suggest not to book this tour if you have activities to do the same day at night.

Explore Magdalena Island (Isla Magdalena) at a more relaxed pace than traditional tour on a wildlife-watching excursion from Punta Arenas. You'll escape the crowds on land as you travel across the famous Magdalena Strait by boat before disembarking to explore the island on foot, for a more intimate glimpse of the thousands of penguins and dramatic coastal scenery.

Cabo Froward, the Southernmost Point of the Continental World, Glaciers, Humpback Whales, Sei Whales, Southern Dolphins, Oyster Dolphins, Magellanic Penguins are part of the natural wonders of this Austral zone of the Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego. In one of the most remote and pristine places on the planet. A full day cruise will make us feel nature in its wildest state, leaving very early From our offices, we will travel by bus to our boarding 50 Kilometers south of Punta Arenas, and then sail for 10 hours: An unmissable adventure where we can enjoy a unique landscape surrounded by mountains, glaciers and forests of lenga and coihues. Life marine present in the area will not stop surprising us by its proximity and abundance: sea lions, petrels, cormorants, southern dolphins, etc. They will make us feel that here nature feels and lives.

On this wonderful navigation you and your companion will have the privilege of walking around the largest Magellanic penguin colony in Chile. You will be able to see them up close and take beautiful photos that you will take with you as a souvenir of your visit to this beautiful place.

Join us on an unforgettable journey across the legendary Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island, a natural sanctuary home to thousands of Magellanic penguins, cormorants, seagulls, and other seabirds. Operating between October and March, this excursion offers a unique opportunity to observe the penguins during their breeding and molting season before their annual migration north. Walk along designated trails just meters from their nests and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of this remarkable ecosystem. This half-day adventure provides an intimate glimpse into Patagonia’s wildlife and is a must for nature lovers and photographers alike. Please note that departures are subject to weather and sea conditions and may be cancelled if conditions are not suitable for navigation.