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Punta Arenas Wildlife: The Best Itinerary

Punta Arenas is one of the world’s great wildlife hubs. Here is how to see it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Magdalena
  2. 2King penguins
  3. 3Sea lions
  4. 4Wild

Magdalena Island penguins

A colony of 120,000 Magellanic penguins.

King penguins

The rare colony in Tierra del Fuego.

Isla Marta sea lions

Sea lions in the Strait of Magellan.

Punta Arenas wildlife — FAQ

What wildlife can you see near Punta Arenas?
Magellanic penguins on Magdalena Island, king penguins in Tierra del Fuego and sea lions on Isla Marta.
When is the best time for wildlife?
From November to March, when penguins nest and the sea is calmer.
Where are the king penguins?
At the King Penguin Park in Bahía Inútil on Tierra del Fuego.

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