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This program includes a visit to Península Valdés with an overnight stay in Puerto Pirámides and Estancia San Lorenzo to enjoy the amazing penguin reserve in the north area of Peninsula Valdes.
The program is completed with one night of accommodation in Puerto Madryn, from where you will enjoy other attractions in the area.
In the Puerto Madryn and Península Valdés area, southern right whales can be seen from June to December, with peak sightings in September and October.
Sea lions and elephant seals are present year-round, with their breeding season from January to March.
Orcas can be spotted between February and April, especially at Punta Norte.
Magellanic penguins arrive in September and stay until April, with chicks visible from October.
Commerson’s dolphins are often seen in the summer months.
The region is also home to guanacos, rheas, and other Patagonian birds throughout the year.
Arrival at the airport (Trelew or Puerto Madryn). Meet and transfer to your hotel in the city of Puerto Madryn.
Puerto Madryn is a charming coastal city located in the Argentine Patagonia, known as the gateway to Península Valdés.
It offers stunning views of the Golfo Nuevo and is one of the best places in the world for whale watching.
The city has a relaxed atmosphere, with a scenic waterfront, sandy beaches, and excellent seafood restaurants.
It also features the EcoCentro, a museum focused on marine life and conservation.
Puerto Madryn is a hub for nature lovers, offering easy access to incredible wildlife and landscapes.
Its rich cultural mix includes strong Welsh and Italian influences, adding to its unique character.
After check-in at your hotel, enjoy free time to explore the city, or you may choose to take part in a suggested optional activity.
After breakfast, we will start the excursion to Península Valdés from Puerto Madryn is one of the most iconic in the region. It starts early in the morning, crossing the typical landscapes of the Patagonian steppe. You enter the nature reserve, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The first stop is usually at the Istmo Ameghino Interpretation Center, which provides information on the area’s wildlife and geography.
Next, you continue to Puerto Pirámides, where, from June to December, you can take boat trips for whale watching. You can add this optional activity below
Along the way, you may spot guanacos, Patagonian hares, foxes, armadillos, and native birds.
IMPORTANT: Southern Right Whales can be seen from June to December, with peak sightings in September and October. Sea lions and elephant seals are present year-round, with their breeding season from January to March. Orcas can be spotted between February and April, especially at Punta Norte but seeing them cannot be guaranteed Magellanic penguins arrive in September and stay until April, with chicks visible from October.
Overnight in Puerto Pirámides
After breakfast, we will continue our visit to the rest of the Peninsula. We then head to Estancia San Lorenzo, a traditional Patagonian sheep ranch that is home to the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in the world.
Arrival at the estancia
(Check-in between 2:00 PM and 2:45 PM)
Time to settle in, disconnect from city life, and begin your first experience at the estancia.
During the excursion, enjoy a traditional merienda criolla—a delicious mate break with tortas fritas. (Each guest should bring their own mate set. The estancia provides hot water, yerba mate, and sweeteners to taste.)
At 3:00 PM, we will depart in the estancia’s Land Rover toward the fossil canyon near the sea, where guests can also enjoy the presence of the region’s most iconic Patagonian wildlife. (Some days, even the elephant seals join the beach walk!)
As the sun begins to set, we’ll cross the Pampa de los Jumes on our way to the penguin colony. After about an hour and a half walking among penguins, it will be time to return to the main house.
Such a magical day can only end in the best way: unwinding in the warmth of the estancia with a restorative dinner.
Dinner
Dinner will be served in the estancia’s dining room, a shared space where guests and staff come together.
The meal will be simple and homemade, featuring traditional, comforting dishes.
Afterward, the guesthouse awaits you for a restful night’s sleep, embraced by the peaceful silence of the Patagonian surroundings.
Important:
You can see penguins at Punta Tombo from September to April.
September: Penguins begin to arrive and start preparing their nests.
October–November: Eggs are laid and incubation begins; some chicks start to hatch.
December–January: Chicks grow quickly and are very active.
February–March: Many chicks begin to molt and prepare for life at sea.
April: The colony begins to disperse as the penguins return to the ocean.
The day begins with a traditional countryside breakfast, followed by a visit to the penguin colony for a private and exclusive experience. Guests will return to the estancia before noon for check-out.
At 12:00 PM, a typical and local lunch will be served — a delicious Patagonian lamb roasted over an open fire.
After lunch, it will be time to say goodbye.
Transfer to Trelew Airport (an extra night in Puerto Madryn could be necessary to connect with your next flight)
Yes, but please remember that In Puerto Madryn and Península Valdés area, southern right whales can be seen from June to December, with peak sightings in September and October.
Magellanic penguins arrive in September and stay until April, with chicks visible from October. Estancia San Lorenzo is the best place to see them in the Peninsula Valdes
In the Puerto Madryn and Península Valdés area, southern right whales can be seen from June to December, with peak sightings in September and October.
Sea lions and elephant seals are present year-round, with their breeding season from January to March.
Orcas can be spotted between February and April, especially at Punta Norte, but it´s not guaranteed.
Magellanic penguins arrive in September and stay until April, with chicks visible from October.
Commerson’s dolphins are often seen in the summer months.
The region is also home to guanacos, rheas, and other Patagonian birds throughout the year.
Yes, our three night program is just a basic program, but we can make changes of course
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