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The whale watching was a unique experience that I would do again.
A rewarding experience, very good service.
Peninsula Valdes and Whales
At a glance
- Duration
- 11–12 hours
- Price from
- $225 / person
- Location
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sentir Patagonia Travel
Description
Peninsula Valdes tour it's one of the most fascinating in our area, in one regular day you will be able to enjoy the southern right whales, Magellan penguins and the magnificent Elephant Seals. Our full day tour it's ready to start every morning from June to March, we will pick you up at any place around Puerto Madryn, and also we will drop you off at the same location. Our guide will tell you about the wildlife, cultural heritage and our local economy. Be ready to enjoy Península Valdes.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12–90)
- $225
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $169
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Peninsula Valdes
This Protected Natural Area, declared “Mankind’s Natural Heritage”, has one of the most fascinating ecosystem in the entire world, Whales, Orcas, Sea Lions, Elephants Seals, Magellan Penguins, Maras, Guanacos, and Choiques live all in the same habitat. About 35 miles away from Puerto Madryn, we arrive to El Desempeño, main access to Peninsula Valdes, and after another 30 miles we arrive to Puerto Piramides, where, from June to December is possible to get a boat and watch the Right Southern Whales, and the rest of the year there’re nautical trips to watch Sea Lions and enjoy the landscape. From Puerto Piramides we will head to Caleta Valdes, 47 miles away, and there you’ll enjoy the magnificent Elephant Seals and Penguins. And from there we continue to Punta Norte, and there we find Sea Lions, Sea Elephants, and occasionally Orcas. And coming back to Puerto Madryn we will stop at Los Pajaros Island, home of a great variety of sea birds, where we will finish our visit to this incredible Protected Natural Area.
Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino
The visitor center give us a picture of Peninsula Valdes area and all its on it From here we can admire the view of Golfo Nuevo And Golfo San jose at the same time, also we can see the Birds island from this place.
Puerto Piramides
Between June and December of each year, it's possible to do the whales watching boat ride, here at Puerto piramides (boat ride for 1 1/2 hour, included in this rate)
Caleta Valdes
Between September and April of each year, a few Magellan Penguins arrive to Caleta Valdes area to nest. and about 1 mile from the Penguins Area we will find a large Colony of Elephant Seals, males will be fighting for females and territory, and females will be taking care of their cubs. Amazing area of Peninsula Valdes.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Whales Boat Ride
English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
Park entrance fee
Tips
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
This tour it's not for cruise passengers, please check our Cruise Shore excursions. whales boat ride it's included, and it can be cancelled due the weather conditions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
5 reviews
How it compares in Puerto Madryn
- Starting price $225 is 67% above the typical $135 for tours of similar length in Puerto Madryn
Excurgo comparison of 155 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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 Peninsula Valdes and Whales take?
Peninsula Valdes and Whales lasts about 11–12 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Peninsula Valdes and Whales cost?
Prices start at $225 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 Peninsula Valdes and Whales run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
How much does Peninsula Valdes and Whales cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $169, adults from $225. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Peninsula Valdes and Whales 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. This tour it's not for cruise passengers, please check our Cruise Shore excursions. whales boat ride it's included, and it can be cancelled due the weather conditions Pickup points include Hotel Peninsula Valdes, Hostel Kalo.
What languages is Peninsula Valdes and Whales 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 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Perfect day
Nice tour, guide very friendly The highlight, the whale watching cruise in the ship, also well organized when it is cooler, think of warm clothes.
1
The Best Tour Experience
Absolutely amazing experience with amazing guide who helped us spot various fauna in the wild while informing us about them as well as their local names etc.
Q
Family Whale watching.
Claudio was a very knowledgeable guide. He spoke excellent English. He kept us entertained for the whole day. He knew a lot of the local history and the best beaches for Whale watching.
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