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Beautiful excursion
Highly recommended. Many thanks to Cecilia, the guide from Animal Travel, she is a pro.
Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $125 / person
- Location
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 36 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Animal Travel
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $125
- Child (ages 2–11)
- $80
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Punta Tombo
Iniciamos el recorrido recorrido hacia el Área Natural Punta Tombo, que alberga la Colonia continental de Pingüinos de Magallanes más grande del mundo. En la reserva, caminaremos por un sendero interpretativo de 1500 metros que nos llevará a dos miradores frente al mar, desde donde podrás observar a los pingüinos en su hábitat natural. Dependiendo del mes de tu visita, podrás presenciar diferentes comportamientos de los pingüinos, como cavar sus cuevas, pelear por el territorio, cuidar sus nidos o cuidar a sus crías.
Una playa virgen que se ha convertido en un refugio para los Elefantes Marinos, la foca más grande del mundo. En Isla Escondida, tendrás la emocionante oportunidad de ver a estos majestuosos mamíferos marinos, que pueden llegar a pesar hasta 4 toneladas, desde una distancia privilegiada. Esta experiencia te brindará una visión única de la vida de estos impresionantes animales.
Puerto Madryn
Después de completar la visita a la reserva, comenzaremos nuestro regreso a Puerto Madryn. Si el tiempo nos acompaña realizaremos un City Tour por la ciudad.
What's included
Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Bilingual Guide
Not included
Lunch
Entrada de ingreso a Punta Tombo
Pickup Locations & Times
Once you have booked the tour, you must provide us with the address of your accommodation. This package does not include the entrance to the Punta Tombo area which has an extra cost of USD 20 aprox. Cost may vary.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
36 reviews
How it compares in Puerto Madryn
- Rated higher than 90% of 42 reviewed tours in Puerto Madryn
- No. 17 by number of reviews among 155 tours in Puerto Madryn
- Starting price $125 is close to the typical $135 for tours of similar length in Puerto Madryn
Excurgo comparison of 155 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida take?
Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida cost?
Prices start at $125 per person for this Puerto Madryn experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $80, adults from $125. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Once you have booked the tour, you must provide us with the address of your accommodation. This package does not include the entrance to the Punta Tombo area which has an extra cost of USD 20 aprox. Cost may vary. Pickup points include Hotel Peninsula Valdes, Hostel Kalo.
What languages is Animal watching in Punta Tombo and Isla Escondida offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(36)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Punta Tombo
I loved the experience! Highly recommended and reliable, I loved meeting the penguins and elephant seals. Super happy to have lived this adventure.
O
Good price and excellent quality
They respect the time that passengers need. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The unmissable excursion.
9
Great experience with Animal Travel
Very good experience on the excursion, both with the guide and the driver, the service was excellent and I would choose it again!
G
Unmissable excursion.
An impeccable experience. Everything worked excellently, the perfect organization. The transfers were punctual, the vehicles comfortable and the itineraries very balanced and with enough free time in the points of greatest tourist interest. Cecilia, a fantastic guide. Agency absolutely recommended. I will choose them again on my next visit to Puerto Madryn.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste la experiencia y que todo salió tal como esperabas. Gracias por recomendarnos y por elegirnos para recorrer Península Valdés. Te esperamos en tu próxima visita a Puerto Madryn!
D
Port Madryn in summer.
We visited with my wife Puerto Madryn on Feb-26. We really enjoyed all the excursions we booked with Animal Travel. The service of the guides (Hugo, Nico, René, Pelito) was excellent. They shared complete information about the places we toured and are recognized passionately in their work. I am fond of photography and had enough time at the different stops to take images, and I also value the gesture of stopping the vehicle when en route we found animals, being able to carry the memory of the fauna of the place. Also excellent the organization of the rides, from the first consultations, the notices the day before with the confirmation of the tour, and recommendations of activities for free time (Macarena, Jorge, Lara). The information on the web very complete and clear. We are more than happy and hope to return at another time of year to enjoy other walks organized by Animal Travel.
Operator response
Daniel muchísimas gracias por tomarse el tiempo de compartir su experiencia! Nos pone muy contentos saber que disfrutaron de Puerto Madryn y de cada una de las excursiones. Para nosotros es clave que puedan recorrer con tranquilidad, aprovechar cada parada y llevarse esos momentos únicos, especialmente si les gusta la fotografía. Gracias por confiar en nosotros y acá los vamos a estar esperando cuando decidan volver! Saludos
R
Excellent excursion and tour guide
I went to tip tomb + hidden island, nice walk, a love tour guide Cecilia, explained a lot of elephant seals, penguins and the history of the place. Very good excursions, you can tell they love animals. They give time to enjoy the ride (you are not to the runs as in other excursions).
Operator response
Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra muchísimo. Para nosotros es muy importante justamente eso: que puedan disfrutar el lugar con tiempo y sin apuros.
Y
Fascinated
The tour to Punta tombo was excellent. Guide Cecilia a divine, super experience I learned a lot, the attention of the agency super too. I'll be right back. Thank you.
Operator response
🤍Gracias por confiar en nosotros. Nos encanta saber que disfrutaste Punta Tombo y que Cecilia haya hecho la experiencia aún más especial.
J
A 1000!!🦭🐧
The tour very nice.. from the trip guide and nature.. excellent trip!! Super recommended!! The guide a 10! The nutty a 1000.. we went in January and they were still in the nests 🐧🦭
N
Unforgettable Experience at Punta Tombo & Isla Escondida!
One of my dreams was to see penguins in their natural habitat and this tour made it come true! At Punta Tombo, I was surrounded by penguins living freely in their environment, it was absolutely magical. But the surprises didn’t end there. We also saw seals, guanacos, maras, hares, ostriches, and even a snake! The amount of wildlife was truly incredible. Our guide, Hugo, was amazing, super knowledgeable and passionate. He taught us so much about the animals, the landscape, and the rich history of the area. His explanations added a lot of depth to the experience. If you love nature and animals, this is a must-do! Whether you’re traveling as a couple, with friends, or as a family, it’s an unforgettable adventure. I went with my husband and we both agreed it was one of the highlights of our trip to Puerto Madryn.
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Operator response
Hi! Thank you so much for sharing this 🐧 Seeing penguins in Punta Tombo in the wild really is one of those “wow, this is real life” moments, and we’re so happy we could be part of making that dream come true. And yes… the wildlife surprises along the way can be endless! Thanks again!
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