Private Cruise Shore Excursion From Valparaiso: Penguin Island
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One of our most popular shore excursions. A spectacular tour of Chile’s beautiful central coastline visiting small villages and coves, and spot some penguins in Cachagua!
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Valparaiso (santiago), Chile Information
Valparaiso (Santiago), Chile, offers docking at Valparaiso Port with excursions to Santiago. Travelers explore Cerro Alegre’s murals and La Sebastiana. Excursions visit Santiago’s Plaza de Armas. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful hills and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pastel de choclo, a Chilean favorite. Souvenirs, like lapis lazuli crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mapuche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valparaiso’s artistic charm offers a vibrant Chilean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant street art and cultural heritage, making Valparaiso an engaging destination.
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Private Cruise Shore Excursion
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In order to sight the penguins from shore it is necessary to walk around 1,500 feet on the beach, so we recommend wearing appropriate footwear.
Penguin sightings from the shore are most common during the summer months of November to March. During these months there are several hundred penguins on the island. Between April and October, the penguin population reduces to only a dozen or so. Therefore, please be aware that during these months it may not be possible to see the penguins from the shore. You will have the option of taking a one-hour private boat ride around the island – weather permitting – for closer viewing of the penguins. Please note your interest in taking this optional boat ride when you complete the reservation form.
The boat ride option is not recommended for those guests prone to sea sickness.
This tour is available daily. The boat ride around Penguin Island for closer viewing of the penguins is weather-permitting (waves must be under 1.9 meters high).
Tour length may vary depending on amount of time in Port and itinerary may be modified accordingly.
Your health is our priority. All of our tours include private transportation in order to maintain social distancing in compliance with the U.N. World Health Organization’s Guidelines to Restart Tourism (25 May 2020). You will be the only guests in the tour van. We also provide hand sanitizer and masks are available for all guests.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Your health is our priority. All of our tours include private transportation in order to maintain social distancing. You will be the only guests in the tour van. We also provide hand sanitizer and masks are available for all guests.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.