In this full-day tour, you can enjoy the wonderful wildlife that visits Puerto Madryn every year, making this area of the Patagonia, one of the most important for the reproduction and development of marine fauna. In addition, we will visit a typical Patagonian ranch, ideal to spend the day outdoors, where we will be delighted with a delicious barbecue of Patagonian lamb. The Full Day tour to the countryside and visit to the Penguins Colony "El Pedral" is the perfect excursion for those who want to get a closer encounter with the wildlife that visit the peninsula without traveling many kilometers outside the city.
Patagonia Ranch and El Pedral Penguin Colony Wildlife Adventure
$253
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About This Tour
Inclusions
Afternoon tea
Professional guide
Access to the pool
Tour to the Penguin Colony
Tour to Punta Ninfas Lighthouse
Round-trip shared transfer from a meeting point in downtown Puerto Madryn
Exclusions
Tour Plan
Puerto Madryn
We’ll kick our trip off by picking you up from the meeting point in our comfortable tour bus.
Punta Ninfas
We’ll then travel around 75km through the Patagonian outback until we get to the southern end of the Gulf Nuevo - Punta Ninfas - and its pretty lighthouse. From here, you’ll get to see elephant seals and sea lions breeding and going about their daily lives on the surrounding beaches and rocks.
Estancia El Pedral
We’ll then head on to El Pedral, an old, authentic Patagonian ranch which now serves as a local museum. Further on, we’ll reach the Magallanes penguin colony, taking a guided tour through their nests to see how these curious little creatures live. In 2009, 14 initial pairs of Magallanes penguins made their home on the beaches of El Pedral, and after less than 10 years the colony is over 6,000 members strong. During our exploring, the Asador (head of the barbeque) will be preparing some traditional Patagonian lamb for our lunch. This will be served along with homemade empanadas, a selection of salads, red wine, a fruit salad and plenty more. After lunch, you can hop in the pool and enjoy the beauty of the area, sit in the shade or simply relax in the sun with a tea or coffee and typical torta galesa (Welsh cake). We’ll bring our tour to a close by dropping you back in Puerto Madryn at around 5pm.
Meeting / Pickup
Meet on location: This experience has no pick-up service, customers have to make their way to our meeting point.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller / pram accessible
Please Note
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for cruise passengers.
- We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 4363-6000 (Mon to Sat from 9 to 18 Hs and Sundays from 10 to 19 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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3 Comments
4.4
Our family had a fantastic time during the adventure that took us from Puerto Madryn to the charming El Pedral Penguin Colony. The scenic drive was enjoyable, and the wildlife sightings along the way kept us engaged and excited. While the ranch visit was lovely, we felt a bit rushed and would have appreciated more time to soak in the beauty of the surroundings.
4.2
We ventured out to witness the captivating penguin colony, and watching these charming birds waddle about was truly a highlight of our day. The ranch experience added a unique layer, as we interacted with the local wildlife and absorbed the rugged beauty of the surroundings. One minor drawback was the long drive to reach the colony, which felt a bit tedious after a busy week of work. However, the stunning landscapes along the way made it worthwhile. Overall, it was a refreshing break from our routine, filled with memorable moments and delightful encounters.
4.6
Exploring the rolling landscapes and vibrant wildlife felt like stepping into a postcard, especially when we encountered the playful penguins at the colony. The ranch had a rustic charm that added to the experience, though the lunch options were a bit limited for vegetarians like us. Nevertheless, the day flew by as we soaked in the stunning views and enjoyed the company of our knowledgeable guide.