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Penguin trip
Very relaxing bus ride to our destination. Not too much to see on the trip but worth the drive to see penguins.
Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $130 / person
- Location
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 19 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 22
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Odisea Patagonica
- Meeting point
- We'll be waiting for you at the end of the pier.We will be holding a yellow sign with a penguin silhouette on it.Waiting time30 - 40 minutes.
Description
PUNTA TOMBO is the largest colony where you can see millions of Magellanic penguins, walk among them, and take photos up close. Learn about their natural habitat, observe their nests and their young. They are very funny when they walk! Our guides will accompany you at all times and explain everything about this beautiful destination. It is a wonderful experience that you will always remember.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 19–79)
- $130
- Senior (ages 80+)
- $130
- Youth (ages 12–18)
- $130
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $100
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Replica del Titanosaurio
We leave Excursion and make our first stop (about 15 minutes) as we enter the city of Trelew to observe and take photos of the Titanosaur replica,of the world's largest dinosaur . Our second stop (about 2 hours) will be at the Punta Tombo Natural Area, where we will see millions of Magellanic penguins and enjoy close contact with the animals in their natural habitat. You will be able to walk among the penguins. We assure and guarantee 100% that passengers will arrive in time to catch their boat back. We always try to arrive two hours before the cruise departs. When we arrive early, we will be able to take a short complimentary city tour of Puerto Madryn (about 20 minutes).
Punta Tombo
What's included
Included
BOX LUNCH (regular, gluten free options or vegetarian)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide in Spanish and English
Not included
Does not include tips
Does not include park admission tickets (around usd 25. - per person)
Pickup Locations & Times
You will find us at the foot of the pier, with a yellow paddle and a penguin silhouette on it. To get to the meeting point, you can take the free shuttle or walk to the end of the pier.Waiting time after the cruise ship docks : 30 - 40 minutes. We will always arrive one hour before the cruise ship departs 100% guaranteed. Please always provide us with a cell phone number and email address. Remember that our company is called ODISEA PATAGONICA.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
19 reviews
How it compares in Puerto Madryn
- No. 29 by number of reviews among 155 tours in Puerto Madryn
- Starting price $130 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
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Waiting time at the time of departure from the cruise is 30/40 min
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 Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers take?
Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers cost?
Prices start at $130 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 Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $100, adults from $130. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers 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. You will find us at the foot of the pier, with a yellow paddle and a penguin silhouette on it. To get to the meeting point, you can take the free shuttle or walk to the end of the pier.Waiting time after the cruise ship docks : 30 - 40 minutes. We will always arrive one hour before the cruise ship departs 100% guaranteed. Please always provide us with a cell phone number and email address. Remember that our company is called ODISEA PATAGONICA.
What languages is Shore Excursion PUNTA TOMBO Cruise Passengers 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 22 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(19)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Penguins. Everywhere.
Choose this one! Once in a lifetime experience! This was a Bucket List for me! So glad we had an extra afternoon on our cruise (Thanks, Captain Leo!) Because the other excursion we picked was just "okay". CHOOSE THIS ONE!!
Operator response
Dear Ruth: Thank you very much for your review! It is very valuable to us! It was a pleasure to meet you and have you as passengers with us. We are very happy that you were able to go on both excursions! You were very lucky thanks to the ship's captain! We hope you continue to do well and that you can return in the not too distant future. Thank you very much! Best regards, Romina
A
Great Excursion Great Value
Great excursion and great value! Valerie was our tour guide. She’s was very knowledgeable, friendly, and overall great. This excursion truly allowed you to get up close with the penguins keeping a courteous distance. Overall 5 ⭐️
Operator response
Thank you very much, Alan, for your review and for trusting us! We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time! See you soon! Best regards, Romina
C
Penguins
It was a long ride, but very comfortable. Valerie was pleasant and informative. She made the ride go by more quickly
Operator response
Thank you very much for the review and for sharing your experience with us! It is very important to us. We hope you have a safe journey home! Thank you for visiting us and choosing us!
K
Amazing Adventure with Magellanic Penguins
We were able to literally walk with the penguins in the reserve of Magellanic penguins. The provider contact, Romina provided WhatsApp communication in addition to communicating via Tripadvisor to ensure we get clear understanding of where and how to meet, address questions, and get our diet restrictions as she provided lunch that included ham and cheese sandwich, empanadas, sweets, apple, and water. We ended up booking a second tour with this company as our cruise ship docked one day in advance of schedule. Romena addressed our needs immediately and even gave us a private tour of Peninsula Valdez with a wildlife photographer! That was such a treat!
Operator response
Anna, thank you very much for the review! It is very important for us to know that our passengers had a great time on their excursions! And who better than you to share your real experiences. They were truly very pleasant passengers! We will be waiting for you whenever you wish to return! Thank you very much!!
C
We arrived at Punta Tombo...
We arrived at Punta Tombo well before alll the other cruise passengers travelling on the more expensive cruise deals ……some were arriving whilst we were finishing our walk so got great photos before the big crowds arrived. Do consider your choices when making this trip highly recommend
Operator response
Thank you very much for the review and for sharing your experience with us! It is very important to us. We hope you have a safe journey home! Thank you for visiting us and choosing us!
C
brilliant excursion with a superb guide
wonderful excursion . excellent guide who was very knowledgeable. nice packed lunch . had a wonderful time with the penguins. highly recommended
Operator response
Thank you very much, Christine, for your review! It's a pleasure to have you as passengers! We love what we do! We hope you have a very good return trip and we look forward to seeing you again whenever you wish to come back! See you soon! Romina
N
Long time in mini-bus
The tour was exactly what was explained in the itinerary. Please realize it is a 2 1/2 hour mini bus ride (kind of cramped) to get there. We had to take time to buy our tickets and use the restroom, etc. We ended up having one hour at Punta Tomba. We saw a lot of penguins, but if you’ve already been to Magellanic Island, that would have been enough for us. Nothing was wrong with the tour, but realize you do spend five hours in the mini bus. We got back to the port on time, but we did not have any time to tour the city.
Operator response
Hello, thank you very much for your opinion, but please remember to rate our services in these cases. Thank you for clarifying that they were fulfilled as indicated in the publication, and we are transparent in reporting distances and times. We hope that in the future you will be able to return and enjoy all the attractions we have near our city with greater peace of mind. Thank you very much. Best regards.
A
Great small group, 16 people, tour to Punta Tombo.
wonderful tour guide. small group, we had 16 people in our group. comfortable, AC equipped van. We had a box lunch on the way back. though I wish we had more time (1hr 45 min ) in Punta Tombo to see penguins.
Operator response
Good morning! Thank you very much for your review! We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and that your trip was comfortable. We look forward to seeing you here again whenever you wish to return! Thank you very much and see you soon! Best regards, Romina
D
Penguins everywhere
They worked with the cruise ship and made sure we were back in time but also ensuring we had the most time w the penguins The lunch was a nice treat and the information our guide Valerie shared was interesting.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your review, a pleasure to have had you as passengers. We are glad to know that you had a wonderful time! Thank you very much for choosing us!
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