Can I see penguins in Peninsula Valdes? When?

Yes of course. Penguins and Whales are the highlights of the area.

 

Which are the best places to see Penguins in Peninsula Valdés

Punta Tombo (Best option, with around 1 million penguins during peak season)
~3-hour drive south of Puerto Madryn. It´s a huge colony, best for close encounters.

Peninsula Valdes (Estancia San Lorenzo). Around 500.000 penguins during peak season
~2.5-hour drive south of Puerto Madryn.

In Solitude with Penguins

A unique penguin encounter in Península Valdés, far from the crowds.

  • Peninsula Valdes

From Price: USD 390

Punta Tombo Penguin Rookery Tour

Embark on a captivating journey to Punta Tombo, home to a thriving penguin colony. Discover the wonders of Patagonia's wildlife.

From Price: USD 130

Penguins in Puerto Madryn and Peninsula Valdes area. Seasons and comparison table

You can see magellanic penguins in Peninsula Valdes, and best season is from September to March. Check the following comparison table, month by month

 

 

Peninsula Valdes Tour With Estancia San Lorenzo

Discover the captivating wildlife of Peninsula Valdés with Estancia San Lorenzo. Penguin colonies and scenic landscapes await!

  • Peninsula Valdes

From Price: USD 210

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Ramiro Rodriguez

25 years working in travel market, as Sales & Marketing Manager in RipioTurismo, Marketing Manager in Nuevas Ideas Travel Consulting Group. Writer and travel lover.

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