Punta Tombo: Magellanic Penguin Reserve Tour

Embark on a Punta Tombo cruise shore excursion in Puerto Madryn and discover the incredible Magellan penguins. Witness these amazing creatures in their natural habitat and immerse yourself in the beauty of Punta Tombo’s beaches.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Punta Tombo - This tour takes visitors to the largest Magellan Penguin reserve in South America. Upon arrival, an entrance fee is required, granting access to an engaging Interpretation Center that explores the various stages of the penguin life cycle and its natural habitat. The most thrilling part of the journey begins here, as visitors can walk…
What's Included
  • Transportation in cars, vans, or mini buses (no buses used)
  • Shared tour tailored to group size
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • All entrance fees included
  • Professional tour guide for groups of 5 or more; English-speaking driver for smaller groups
  • Air-conditioned vehicles for comfort
  • Box lunch provided
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Tips Not Included
  • ENTRANCE FEE TO PUNTA TOMBO (AROUND USD 20 per person)
Additional Information

We provide cruise shore excursion services in Puerto Madryn, with regular departures shared with other cruise passengers. We ensure timely return to the ship.
Tours depart 30 minutes after the cruise arrives, and we meet outside the port promptly. Departure times are adjusted to align with the cruise arrival, guaranteeing passengers return in time to…

Location
Comandante Luis Piedra Buena Pier
Avenida Guillermo Rawson
We will wait for you with a GREEN FLAG and a sign that will says ARNEZ #1 or ARNEZ #3, you can walk all the way down to the end of the pier, or take the free shuttle bus. Please get off the cruise as soon as you can and meet us outside the port.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Joria_t
Apr 21, 2024
Hassle free and great value - The port was closed due to weather condition that day. We only found out that same morning when we were supposed to dock. Both the local operator and Viator responded quickly to my WhatsApp , really within seconds, telling me not to worry. It will be 100% refunded. Even though I didn't get to see the Magellanic penquins but their service truly impressed me. I am always skeptical in booking anything outside from cruise ship. But now I know they are reliable and of course, of a great better price. Will definitely book from them for future cruises and other land tour.
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Jun_l
Apr 6, 2024
Still able to see plenty of penguins in the end of March - It was nice to start the trip early in the morning. We were the first group of visitors to reach Punta Tombo that day. It was great when the light was good, the beach less crowded, and penguins more active. We still were able to see plenty of penguins in the end of March, which was a major concern for us and even the tour guide. The bus had plenty of leg room and the seat was comfortable, which was important for a 2.5 hour ride. The lunch box had good portion size and the taste was Ok.
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Anonymous
Mar 31, 2024
Penguin for a day - Our tour guide Pitu and the driver René were very knowledgeable. Pitu really knows everything about penguins and other animal in the area. Highly recommended.
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Nyrma_m
Mar 25, 2024
Great adventure with Pinguins - Tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable. She make the long trip very fun and interested due to her long experience with wildlife in Puerto Madryn
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Vitaliy_r
Mar 19, 2024
Book it! - Long ride, but we did not feel it at all! Were picked up at the end of the pier. All on time. Great excursion 1/2 of the price of the same tour the cruise ship offers. Lots of penguins really really close by!!! Highly recommend! Thanks guys!!
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Christina_t
Mar 10, 2024
Our tour guide (Mariana?)... - Our tour guide (Mariana?) was well prepared, knowledgeable and informative. Alex from the tour operator actually texted me as soon as I booked the tour and we corresponded of every changes in our cruise schedule. We saw and took pictures of cute Magellanic penguins in their rookeries. Highly recommended tour!
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Reylon_m
Mar 9, 2024
Grand tour - Mariana was a wonderful guide. She explained about her country, had visual aids and was very open to questions. She gave very good instructions in clear English and was easy to understand. The walk to see the penguins was much further than anticipated and really needs to be explained in detail. It is not wheelchair / walker friendly. The boardwalk is uneven and there are areas that are quite uneven.
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Huay_w
Mar 7, 2024
Great excursion but need to come earlier - This was a very well organized tour, they were efficient and great in communicating thru Whatsapp on the time and meeting place. This tour started early and we got there before all the big buses showed up. Our tour guide Marcela was very good and very enthusiastic, armed with a wealth of information about the wild animals in the area. She was great in spotting and pointing out animals we encountered. We saw an armadillo!! She was a bit hard to understand sometimes, but she more than make up this deficiency with all the pluses. We did come late for this tour (March), all the penguin chicks were gone. U need to come earlier, January or February.
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Dianne_b
Mar 26, 2024
It was a very long walk - The highlight for me was the expectation of seeing lots of penguins up close. This was a long walk along a boardwalk to see the penguins at a distance. There were scattered penguins along the way that were close up, and we were able to see the nests with small babies nestled inside.
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Ian_k
Mar 18, 2024
good trip if you desperately want to see penguins - the Guide was very good, but it was a 2.5hrs drive there and back and although there were a couple of hundred penguins on the beach and 20 or so dotted along the walk to the beach, it was too far and too expensive.
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