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
$265
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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.
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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.
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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.