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Almost all of our tours are done in small groups. All of them have english speaking guides.
The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest of the 18 species of penguins in the world. It is a migratory bird that moves in search of food, from its breeding areas in sub-Antarctic islands to the Antarctic circumpolar waters.
Centuries ago, the king penguin shared its habitat with the indigenous peoples who inhabited the island of Tierra del Fuego, a connection revealed by the discovery of bone remains of this species in Selk’nam occupation areas.
Over the years, various visits of king penguins to Magallanes and Tierra del Fuego have been recorded. In 2010, breeding of this species was observed in Bahía Inútil, a phenomenon that has been repeated since then. Several seasons passed without success until 2015 when the first chick, already as a juvenile, went to sea. Currently, continuous monitoring allows checking the status of the colony and detecting the threats it faces, such as introduced predators, climate change, and humans entering the colony. As a reserve, our task is to protect this penguin settlement, which is, due to the challenges it faces and its cultural legacy, a unique place in the world.
To protect biodiversity and archaeological remains, our visits are guided and have a limited capacity of visitors per day, which allows us to reduce the impact on the environment. Therefore, remember to reserve in advance.
| Type: | Adventure, Navigation, Traditional |
|---|---|
| Duration: | AM or PM |
| Cancellation Policy: | 72 hs before your tour |
| Availability: | From OCT 1 to MARCH 31 |
| Starting Time: | 7 am or 1 pm |
| Finishing Time: | 11.30 am or 4.30 pm |
| Pick Up: | Meeting Point |
| Drop Off: | Meeting Point |
| Language: | English, Spanish |
| Minimum Booking: | 1 |
No, the tour only runs from OCT 1 to MARCH 31, during penguin season
The tour takes 5-6 hours depending the weather conditions.
No, meals are not included.
According to the “General Regulation for the Observation of Marine Mammals, Reptiles, and Hydrobiological Birds, and the Registry of Cetacean Sightings,” the minimum distance to observe penguins is 50 meters, in order to not interfere with their habitat and behavior.
The reserve’s habitat is their home, where they naturally and freely develop their life cycle. Their location depends on their reproductive status and the weather conditions, meaning that some days they may be closer and others farther away from our observation shelters.
Our trail is on natural terrain and has uneven sections. We constantly maintain it to prevent accidents. Additionally, we have an all-terrain wheelchair available to navigate the trail without any hindrance. If you need it, please contact us so that it is ready before your arrival.
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If you’ve reserved an activity for the next day, there’s no need to worry. We’ll ensure that you receive the voucher before your activity begins.
No, printing is not necessary. You can simply show your voucher on your mobile device, and it will be sufficient for check-in or participation in the activity.
Certain activities may impose age or health restrictions for the safety of participants.
These restrictions will be clearly outlined in the activity details. We encourage you to review this information before making a booking. If you have any concerns or require clarification, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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