Snorkeling with Sea Lions in Puerto Madryn
Why we love it?
The Snorkeling with Sea Lions tour in Puerto Madryn offers a unique opportunity to interact with playful sea lions in their natural habitat. Over the course of three hours, participants will snorkel in the Punta Loma Protected Natural Area, guided by a professional instructor who ensures safety and provides insights into the local marine ecosystem. This experience is ideal for both novice and experienced snorkelers seeking an unforgettable adventure in Argentina's stunning coastal waters. Included in the tour are all necessary snorkeling equipment and light snacks, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience without any logistical concerns.
Inclusions
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Professional instructor
- Snacks
Exclusions
- Transportation to the meeting point
Itinerary
Puerto Madryn
The tour begins when we meet our guides and instructors at a meeting point in the city center of Puerto Madryn. From here, we will cross to the beach where we will board the boat that will take us to the point where we will find the colony of Sea Lions.
Punta Loma Protected Natural Area
During navigation, we will be able to enjoy the incredible views of the beach, the cliffs and the city of Puerto Madryn. In the 25 minute trip we can also see numerous types of sea birds and even, depending on the season, whales and dolphins.
We will disembark on a small beach in the Punta Loma Protected Natural Area where we will receive a theoretical instruction on the snorkeling technique, handling and behavior within the protected area, buoyancy (it is important to understand that with the neoprene suit you do not need an extra flotation device since with this we will float), and our behavior within the area, to understand that we are visitors in the animal's habitat.
Snorkeling
Even before entering the sea, the sea lions will surprise us with their heads very close to the boat, expectant, seeking to discover who will be the first person to enter the water to play with them.
Once we are all fully equipped, we will begin to enter the water and little by little, the sea lions will begin to approach us, almost without fear and with great curiosity. Although we will not be able to touch them, we will be able to observe that they will quickly continue with their habitual life around us and including us in their movements. The snorkeling activity will last approximately 45 minutes.
We will return to the coast in the same boat, arriving in the city of Puerto Madryn.
Please Note
- Not recommended for people with back problems / pregnant travelers / people with heart conditions
- A wetsuit will be given to you for the activity. If you wish to have a drysuit, please advise your guide at the beginning of the tour, a supplement will be charged.
- We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: ([ ] (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: ([ ] (After office hours)
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
