Penguin King and Navigating the Strait of Magellan
Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will start by picking you up from your hotel in Punta Arenas (urban radio) to the starting point of sailing through the Strait of Magellan. Destination: To come in Tierra del Fuego. Navigation time 2 hours.
Once on the island, we will pass through Porvenir conducting a small city tour, visit the main attractions within the city, such as the selknam square and the Hain viewpoint and also stop for lunch (Lunch not included)
Discover the only king penguin colony in South America, located in Tierra del Fuego, near Porvenir. Walk on trails set up in front of the strait and take a close look at these majestic birds in their natural habitat. An unforgettable experience that combines nature, Patagonian landscapes and wildlife conservation.
Located on the shores of the Strait of Magellan, the historic Estancia San Gregorio is one of the first livestock settlements in Patagonia. During the visit you will be able to tour its ancient constructions, learn about the history of the Menendez Behety family and its legacy in sheep farming, as well as observe the remains of the legendary steamer “Amadeus” and the vessel “Ambassador”, both stranded off the coast. The tour combines cultural heritage, industrial archaeology and unique landscapes, offering a journey back in time to the golden age of Patagonian stays.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The office equipment communicates with passengers one day before the tour. It is ideal to have a WhatsApp number to make communication more seamless. The guide contacts the passengers a few minutes before picking them up
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
The tour very entertaining, the information was important and the guide was friendly. It was a good experience.
King penguins are very tender and charming. Our adventure was very pleasant.
Very good experience. From the first contact, friendly and flexible. The en route experience and accurate guide information.
The journey is very, very long to see a wonder worth the detour Maria was a caring and very interesting guide. Congratulations to the driver who drove 12 hours. We always felt safe
Bonjour Annabe, merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire 😊 Nous savons que le trajet est long, mais nous sommes très heureux de savoir que l’expérience en valait la peine et que vous avez pu profiter d’un lieu aussi spécial que le Parc des Manchots Royaux. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié le travail de María ainsi que celui de notre chauffeur, car nous nous efforçons toujours d’offrir un service sûr, chaleureux et de qualité. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accompagner à nouveau pour une autre expérience en Patagonie. Cordialement, Caminos Tours
