Exclusive Penguin and Seal Estancia
Travel to a private estancia to see a Magellan penguin rookery and Southern Elephant Seals.
On this exclusive tour from Puerto Madryn, you will see Magellanic penguins closer than you ever thought possible, and Southern Elephant Seals can be spotted occasionally from a lighthouse. Departing the pier in a group of no more than 18 guests, you will drive southeast with your bilingual guide. You will travel for approximately one hour over gravel roads to reach the Punta Ninfas lighthouse, where the first stop will be to see elephant seals. Get ready for a glimpse into the Golfo Nuevo eco-system at this strategic place where you can spot elephant seals from above the cliff, and if you are lucky, you might see sea lions and killer whales as well. You'll then drive to the northern sector of the estancia, where a Magellanic penguin protected colony exists. You will be driven as far as possible, until you have to walk, as there are nests along both sides of the road. Continue walking until you reach the beach, where you will learn about the ecosystem of this Golfo Nuevo's special place. You will also be able to see a South American tern colony. Sometimes sea lions, cormorants, giant petrels and other animals can be spotted as well. Finishing the safari activities, you will head to the estancia's main lodge, where the barbecue is waiting for you in the quincho area. There are washrooms and a relaxed atmosphere to rest a little. After your grilled lunch, you will drive back to the pier. Weather, groups mobility, or other unforeseen circumstances may affect how much of the estancia can be visited. See our FAQ for more information
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximate 3-minute complimentary shuttle is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provide in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
- We recommend dressing in layers with sensible walking or hiking shoes. Guests should bring a windbreaker, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
- Guests must advise if they have food allergies or have special dietary requirements at time of booking. Guests must be in good health and able to walk, sit, lay down, on and possibly crawl over gravel beaches or hard packed dirt. Guests with walking difficulties should not participate in this tour, as there are few paths and none are paved.
- Food & beverages: A Patagonian barbecue lunch is included.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.