11. Punta Arenas Walk with Penguins with Magdalena Island Navigation
· 5 hoursEmbark on a boat tour to the Los Pingüinos Natural Monument on Magdalena Island. Admire the island's flora and fauna, including the Magellanic penguin, Dominican gull, black-browed albatross, and imperial cormorant. Learn more about the flourishing natural environment from your knowledgeable guide. Depart from the meeting point specified depending on time selected. *7AM & 1:30PM departure meeting: Muelle Prat, Punta Arenas *10AM departure meeting: Terminal Tres Puentes, Punta Arenas Listen to your guide as they provide information about the area in English and Spanish on board. Disembark on the island’s dock, and visit the penguin colony for approximately one hour as free time to explore before starting the return to Punta Arenas. Have your camera ready ─ if luck strikes you will be able to see toninas (Chilean dolphins), whales and other sea animals during the crossing. Sink into the beauty of nature. Head back to the pier and you will be transported back to Punta Arenas
22. Mountain Bike Adventure in Punta Arenas
4.8· 43 reviews· 7 hoursEnjoy a full-day mountain bike adventure in Punta Arenas and have a true Patagonian experience. As you bike, you will be able to see the beautiful Patagonian outdoors and landscapes including protected forests, unique trails, outstanding views, and a very special climate. Your tour includes a professional guide, mountain bike, equipment, box lunch and transportation.
33. Penguin King and Navigating the Strait of Magellan
4.8· 4 reviews· 15 hoursVisit the Pinguin Rey Nature Reserve in Tierra del fuego, Porvenir. The team of local guides and drivers is committed to providing a responsible and quality service, taking care of every aspect so that you only dedicate yourself to enjoy. Passenger confidence is reflected in over 240 reviews on Google Maps with an average of 5 stars. Book with us and live the tranquility of being in the hands of a reliable local operator, combining professionalism, closeness and passion to show the best of Patagonia. - Pick up from your hotel in Punta Arenas between 7 :00 - 7 :30 am - 2-hour sailing through the Strait of Magellan - Observation of king penguins in their natural habitat - Bilingual guide included, do not forget to bring your snack - Itineraries and stops at the mentioned points is often modified by the booking schedule or by the ferry schedule. - We suggest not to book this tour if you have activities to do the same day at night.
44. Magallanes National Reserve and Punta Arenas City Tour
4.7· 30 reviews· 4.7 hoursThis tour shows the most traditional and typical locations of the city. You can also be in the middle of nature, appreciating a panoramic view of the entire city on a walk through the Magallanes Forest Park where you can see the most beautiful landscapes of Punta Arenas.
55. Private Half-Day Patagonian Forest Hike in Punta Arenas
4.6· 28 reviewsEscape into the raw beauty of Patagonia's wilderness on a beginner-friendly guided hike and discover how the forest you walk through has shaped the history of Punta Arenas- and the world. Leave the city behind you to enjoy tranquil time in nature, exploring the hush of the native forest. Follow your guide down a wide dirt path that undulates through small valleys and up rocky plateaus. Hike along a sheltered trail punctuated by windy clearings. Every time you emerge from the green crown of trees, you’ll be rewarded by dazzling views of the city and the blue-grey strait of Magellan. While you hike, hear the stories of Patagonia brought to life by your guide. Discover how the woods surrounding you have affected the course of global historic events. After your adventure, return to Punta Arenas to sample regional flavours. Enjoy traditional food with a gourmet twist, paired with a local beer, wine, coffee, cocktail or fresh juice.
66. Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas
4.2· 111 reviews· 5.5 hoursExperience your own ‘March of the Penguins’ on Magdalena Island during a morning tour by boat from Punta Arenas. After cruising across the Strait of Magellan, land on this protected nature reserve and marvel at the thousands of Magellanic penguins milling about on the pebbly terrain that serves as their breeding grounds. Follow your guide along a cordoned-off path leading up to a lighthouse, where you'll learn about the island’s ecosystem. Weather permitting, cruise by Isla Marta to observe sea lions and elephant seals.
77. King Penguin Nature Reserve - Tierra del Fuego Island
4.2· 80 reviews· 14 hoursPenguin King Nature Reserve is a place that promotes the protection and conservation of the Penguin King, as well as the richness of vegetation, fauna and archaeological sites of Bahia Useless. You and your companion will enjoy a tour full of nature, flora and regional fauna, where a guide will accompany you throughout the tour and guide you on this wonderful adventure. It is a long road by vehicle to reach the Penguin King Nature Reserve, as we must cross Isla Tierra del fuego by land, but we can enjoy the landscapes that beautiful Patagonia gives us. Join us and enjoy this wonderful tour with us. 1. - ITINERARY AND STOPS MAY BE MODIFIED DEPENDING ON THE PARK BOOKING TIME. 3. - PICK UP TIME MAY VARY DEPENDING ON PARK RESERVATION TIME. 4.- THIS TOUR IS NOT SUPPORTED IF YOU HAVE A FLIGHT OR BUS SCHEDULED FOR THE SAME DAY OR EARLY MORNING. 5. - IT IS RECOMMENDED TO CARRY BINOCULARS OR CAMERA WITH ZOOM
88. Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island
4.1· 9 reviews· 6 hoursEmbark on an unforgettable Penguin Tour from Punta Arenas and immerse yourself in an exciting morning adventure to Magdalena and Marta Islands! Stroll alongside thousands of Magellanic penguins as they go about their day in their untouched natural habitat. Take in breathtaking coastal views as you sail to this stunning wildlife sanctuary. Along the way, an expert guide will share fascinating insights into penguin behaviors and ecology, and you’ll even have the chance to hike up to a historic lighthouse for panoramic views. If the weather cooperates, you’ll also visit Marta Island to marvel at sea lions and elephant seals in their element. Unlike other boat tours, this one takes place on a small, fast boat and includes coffee served on board, entrance fees to the ‘Los Pingüinos’ Natural Monument, and convenient transportation from a central meeting point in Punta Arenas to the pier. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure!
99. Strait Park - Fort Bulnes
4.0· 36 reviews· 5 hoursIn this tour you and your companion will have the possibility of taking a tour that will trace you back in the history of our region, its discovery, the settlement of the Chilean people, and the different feats of sailors who arrived in these lands.
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