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This half-day excursion offers a unique opportunity to experience Patagonia’s wildlife through a scenic navigation across the Strait of Magellan. Traveling by ferry from Punta Arenas, visitors reach Magdalena Island, a protected natural area that hosts one of the largest colonies of Magellanic penguins in the region.
The tour combines maritime landscapes, environmental interpretation, and direct contact with nature, always following strict conservation guidelines. With a guided walk along designated paths, travelers can observe penguins during their breeding season while learning about the ecological importance of the island and its role in regional biodiversity.
Designed as a shared experience with professional guidance, this tour is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic wildlife encounter close to Punta Arenas, without requiring a full-day commitment.
PeritoMorenoGlacier.com, a site by RipioTurismo, celebrates South America as the vibrant garden of our world, rich in colorful landscapes, cultural heritage, gastronomy, and warm hospitality. With +20 years of expertise, we craft custom trips across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Our carefully selected hotels and local partners ensure the best service possible. We cater to FITs, groups, adventure seekers, and the 50+ age group with luxury tours.
The experience begins at the designated meeting point in Punta Arenas, where passengers board the ferry for a scenic crossing of the Strait of Magellan. During navigation, the guide provides information about the region’s maritime routes, wildlife, and historical relevance.
Upon arrival at Magdalena Island, guests disembark and follow clearly marked paths through the Natural Monument. The walk allows close observation of thousands of Magellanic penguins during their nesting season, always respecting conservation guidelines. The island’s lighthouse and panoramic coastal views add historical and visual interest to the visit.
After free time for photography and exploration under guide supervision, passengers return to the ferry for the journey back to Punta Arenas. The tour concludes at the original departure point.
| Type: | Adventure, Amazing Views, Navigation |
|---|---|
| Duration: | AM |
| Cancellation Policy: | 72 Hours Cancellation Policy |
| Availability: | November 14th to February 28th |
| Starting Time: | 9:30 AM |
| Finishing Time: | 3:30 PM |
| Pick Up: | From Your Hotel |
| Drop Off: | At Your Hotel |
| Language: | English, Spanish |
| Maximum Group Size: | 15 |
| Minimum Booking: | 1 |
If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.
In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:
a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.
Availability on holidays depends on operational schedules and weather conditions. Contact us for information.
There are no specific age restrictions. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
No. The island visit involves walking on uneven terrain and does not offer full accessibility infrastructure.
Cancellations made up to 72 hours prior to the activity will access a full refund.
Warm, windproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended due to variable Patagonian weather.
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Certain activities may impose age or health restrictions for the safety of participants.
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