All Punta Arenas Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(146)

from $144

Full Day Torres del Paine

16 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(134)

from $160

Fuerte Bulnes Shore Tour for Cruisers in Punta Arenas

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta

(18)

from $80

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(170)

from $144

Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island

Embark on an unforgettable Penguin Tour from Punta Arenas and immerse yourself in an exciting morning adventure to Magdalena and Marta Islands! Stroll alongside thousands of Magellanic penguins as they go about their day in their untouched natural habitat. Take in breathtaking coastal views as you sail to this stunning wildlife sanctuary. Along the way, an expert guide will share fascinating insights into penguin behaviors and ecology, and you’ll even have the chance to hike up to a historic lighthouse for panoramic views. If the weather cooperates, you’ll also visit Marta Island to marvel at sea lions and elephant seals in their element. Unlike other boat tours, this one takes place on a small, fast boat and includes coffee served on board, entrance fees to the ‘Los Pingüinos’ Natural Monument, and convenient transportation from a central meeting point in Punta Arenas to the pier. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure!

Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island

6 hours

4.1

(9)

from $165

Penguin King and Navigating the Strait of Magellan

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.

Penguin King and Navigating the Strait of Magellan

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas

(4)

from $150

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(111)

from $168

Magallanes National Reserve and Punta Arenas City Tour

Combine Punta Arenas' natural beauty with its cultural heritage on a small-group tour that covers plenty of ground in just one day. Stroll through Reserva Nacional Magallanes, home to flora including calafate, romerillo, and over 200 colorful plants in spring. Visit Plaza Muñoz Gamero, a historic public square, ascend Cerro de la Cruz for panoramic views views of the city and beyond, and explore the historic national monument, Sara Braun Palace.

Magallanes National Reserve and Punta Arenas City Tour

4 hours 40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(30)

from $165

Discover the lively gateway to Patagonia on this 3-hour tour of Punta Arenas. Learn all about the city’s colonial heritage and 19th-century gold rush as you follow your guide around the Salesiano Maggiorino Borgatello Museum, then enjoy panoramic views over the Strait of Magellan. Ideal for first-time visitors to get their bearings, this small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Punta Arenas: Half day traditional City Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $50

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.

Shore Excursion: Magellan Penguins Natural Reserve in Magdalena Island from Punta Arenas

5 hoursFree Cancellation

3.4

(118)

from $190

Punta Arenas City Tour [Attraction fees not included] – Discover the Charm of Patagonia’s Southern Gem Step off your ship and into the heart of Punta Arenas with this half-day guided tour — the easiest and most enjoyable way to explore one of Chile’s most fascinating cities. With comfortable transportation, short walks, and a local expert by your side, you’ll discover the best of Punta Arenas without the stress of planning or rushing. Designed with cruise passengers in mind, this tour includes the city’s top highlights: historic squares, elegant mansions, panoramic viewpoints, and a touching tribute to its iconic shepherd culture — all while keeping a relaxed and unhurried pace.

Punta Arenas City Tour Shore Excursion

3 hoursFree Cancellation

3.7

(16)

from $60

Magdalena Island hosts one of South America’s largest penguin colonies. During breeding season, over 60,000 penguins arrive at Magdalena Island.

Sail through one of the world's most legendary sea passages and experience a real encounter with the wildlife of Chilean Patagonia. Walk among thousands of penguins on Magdalena Island, home to the largest colony of Magellanic penguins, observe sea lions in their natural habitat on Marta Island, and be amazed by dolphins and whales in the Strait of Magellan. This is not just an excursion, it is an experience that will stay with you forever.

Magdalena and Marta Islands Experience Southern Chile Penguins

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(4)

from $218

Whale and Glacier Watching from Punta Arenas Francisco Coloane Park

Whale and Glacier Watching from Punta Arenas Francisco Coloane Park

12 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

On our journey to Tierra del Fuego Island, we first start with picking up the passengers from their respective lodging places in the city of Punta Arenas, and then heading for the city of Porvenir on a cruise crossing through the Strait of Magellan with a duration of 2 hours. When arriving in the city of Porvenir we visited the Selknam Square, coastal and a restaurant as an option for the passenger. Then we head towards the Pinguino Rey Park in a van ride with a delay of 2 hours approx. When we reach the Pinguino Rey Park we must pay an entrance fee, then we head towards the Pinguino Rey viewpoint, from where we can observe them at a distance of approximately 30 meters. After our visit to the Pinguino Rey Park, we return to another ferry crossing in Primera Angostura with a delay of 30 min. Return to the city of Punta Arenas arriving at 21:30 approx. at the respective passenger accommodation places.

(286)

from $390

Full Day Tierra del Fuego King Penguins

14 to 15 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(8)

from $160

Want to see King Penguins in their natural habitat? This expedition out to the northern reaches of Tierra del Fuego may be your ticket. You'll take a ferry to Porvenir, crossing through the Strait of Magellan along the way. Once in Porvenir, you'll visit the Fernando Cordero Rusque museum to learn about local culture and biology followed by lunch. In the afternoon, you'll head to Useless Bay and make your way to a King Penguin Park before continuing your journey back for the evening.

FULL DAY KING PENGUIN COLONY (private tours)

13 hoursFree Cancellation

3.7

(10)

from $390

Cruises Shore Excursions : Highlights + Fort Bulnes

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

from $185

What makes this class special? Learn to cook the most traditional classics of Chilean cuisine while toasting with quality and renowned Chilean wines. Enjoy the best of our wines and gastronomy while learning interesting facts about our country and its flagship dishes. An Authentic & Homemade Class : Traditional recipes handed down with passion. 100% Practical : Put your hands on the dough from the first minute. Intimate environment: Small groups for a personalized experience. Location: depends on the size of the group. Location confirmation 1 to 2 days before class. Immersive local experience for small groups. For All : No previous experience needed. Just want to have fun and learn! At the end, you will sit down to enjoy the banquet that you prepared yourself, a delicious memory that you will take from Chile. Book your place and turn your trip into a palate experience!

Punta Arenas : Chilean cooking class. Relax and learn!

Punta Arenas : Chilean cooking class. Relax and learn!

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(22)

from $120

Waiting at The Pier our team will invite you to get Time to explore The Chilean history at the end of the world On this tour we will visit the Cerro de la Cruz, with colorful views of the city, the Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego Island. Afterwards we will go to Muñoz Gamero Square, which has been the heart of Punta Arenas since the end of the 19th century and enjoys great activity and craft stalls where it is possible to buy souvenirs, as well as appreciate the monument to Hernando de Magallanes and neoclassical buildings built by cattle magnates. The tour continues in one of the interesting museums or the well-kept cemetery of the city. Before returning to the Pier , the excursion also allows you to visit the northern sector of the city with its monuments, such as the one dedicated to the sheepherder, the Croatian immigrant and oil.

Punta Arenas City Tour Private Shore Excursion with Port Pickup

Punta Arenas City Tour Private Shore Excursion with Port Pickup

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $219

4-Day Tour to Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine National Park

4 days

4.9

(9)

from $1,355

Enjoy a day away from the city on a day tour of Tierra del Fuego island. Travel the distance with ease, with round-trip transfer and ferry crossing included, and discover island highlights including Parque Pinguino Rey, Porvenir Museum, and the village of Cerro Sombrero. Learn about the archipelago’s history and culture from your guide, and enjoy absorb coastal and rural views of southernmost Chile.

King Penguin & Tierra del Fuego Tour

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(55)

from $163

Magdalena Island Navigation

4 hours 30 minutes

4.4

(8)

from $200

Punta Arenas Highlights

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

from $230

You will enjoy your excursion to the fullest accompanied by guides specialized in the destinations and in comfortable vehicles for the trip. Enjoy the impressive landscapes surrounded by mountains, forests, lakes and wildlife this beautiful park offers. We pick up and drop off our passengers in Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales to start or end the excursion so don´t worry about a meeting point.

Torres Del Paine and Milodon Cave Full Day Tour

Torres Del Paine and Milodon Cave Full Day Tour

15 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(4)

from $135

Punta Arenas and Magellan Strait Tour

5 hours 55 minutesFree Cancellation

4.1

(56)

from $200

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What are people saying about Punta Arenas

Full Day Torres del Paine

Mark_S, May 2026

A spectacular journey through a great national park

Even though this trip is 16 hours long, it was a fantastic trip to one of the most amazing places on earth. Our driver Jonathan was excellent and got us there and back. Driving for 16 hours is never easy. Our guide Juan was charismatic, friendly, and extremely knowledgable of the park and its flora and fauna if you’re lucky and go on a windless day, you will get some excellent photos around the park.

Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

Jan_R, Mar 2026

The walk throughout the...

The walk throughout the penguin colony was excellent and seeing the Southern Sea Lions was unbelievable. A comfortable trip! The guide on the boat was so knowledgeable and wanted everyone to understand the area and what we were seeing. We arranged a similar trip 2 days later as we enjoyed it so much.

Punta Arenas : Chilean cooking class. Relax and learn!

Kathy_R, Mar 2026

Our Favorite

This was our favorite excursion in Puerto Arenas! Chef Felipe did an amazing job teaching us to make the dishes and letting us get hands on in the preparation! Mariano was also very friendly and conversant and we learned a lot about the lives of the locals people. This is a definite Must-Do if you visit Puerto Arenas!!!!!!

Magallanes National Reserve and Punta Arenas City Tour

Tom_H, Mar 2026

Punta Arenas Town and Forest Reserve Tour

This is a nice tour around the Punta Arenas area. It includes a peaceful and informative hike through the beautiful forest preserve close to town (about 2 hours) and an informative tour through town. Our guide Nicolas was a very fun and amazing young man. A source of many local stories (Ghost & otherwise), and a learned study of local politics and history. We enjoyed the tour and the discussions with Nicolas very much. Highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for a look at the local Punta Arenas area and some great talks about the local history!

Whale and Glacier Watching from Punta Arenas Francisco Coloane Park

Eleanor_M, Jan 2026

Definitely Don’t Miss This Tour!

Excellent tour to see incredible views and marine life. Best whale watching tour I have had, and seeing the magallanes penguins was amazing. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend this a “must” tour while visiting Punta Arenas!

Mountain Bike Adventure in Punta Arenas

Rafael_R, Jan 2026

Adrenaline Rush, Beautiful Nature and Views complimented by best Tour Lunch

Quite surprised that an activity I wasn’t considering has been my favorite thus far while making my time in Punta Arenas more special. First, Javier is a true gentleman passionate about biking, Patagonia and adventure experiences. It was wonderful spending 6 hours with him riding, along with the riders who joined. The riding across two different locations offering superb technical challenges, complimented by the best views (views I didn’t think were possibke) in Punta Arenas while the landscapes were stunning to climb up through the forest and down amazing down hills. The delicious wonderfully thought out lunch had the best bread I’ve had between Chile and Argentina including the big cities, wonderful cured meats, the best snack pack and plenty of water to hydrate. This experience is for the adventure lover, nature and view seeker, along with someone who wants to truly enjoy themselves as Javier is a world class guy while speaking super English and Portuguese, along with his native Spanish. Was tremendous to practice my Portunal while my adrenaline climbed!! Do not miss this experience