Explore Valdes Peninsula’s wildlife on a guided tour from Puerto Madryn. Discover unique species, stunning views, and optional whale watching.
Explore Valdes Peninsula’s wildlife on a guided tour from Puerto Madryn. Discover unique species, stunning views, and optional whale watching.
- Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino - The Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center serves as the entrance to the Valdes Peninsula. Here, visitors can explore thematic rooms to learn about the local wildlife and plant life. From the viewpoint tower, there is an opportunity to enjoy views of the New and San Jose Gulfs.
- Caleta Valdes - Traveling…
- Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino - The Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center serves as the entrance to the Valdes Peninsula. Here, visitors can explore thematic rooms to learn about the local wildlife and plant life. From the viewpoint tower, there is an opportunity to enjoy views of the New and San Jose Gulfs.
- Caleta Valdes - Traveling along the expansive gravel roads of the Peninsula, visitors can spot various animals such as guanacos, maras, choiques, and different bird species. At the eastern end, Caleta Valdés awaits. Visitors can explore its trails and observe southern elephant seals, sea lions, and possibly orcas. These majestic marine mammals choose this part of the continent for a unique hunting technique known as intentional stranding, allowing them to feed on these pinnipeds.
- Puerto Piramides - This is the only inhabited town within Peninsula Valdes. During whale season, from June to December, visitors can embark on boat tours to see the Southern Right Whale (additional cost applies). The town offers a delightful experience with its stunning cliffs and beaches.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional Tourist Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional Tourist Guide
- Ticket to booking Valdes Peninsula (30 USD) cash payment
- Ticket to booking Valdes Peninsula (30 USD) cash payment
Explore the Valdes Peninsula on a tour departing from Puerto Madryn. This Natural Heritage Site is celebrated for its diverse array of unique animal species, offering an unparalleled environment.
The journey begins at the Carlos Ameghino Isthmus Interpretation Center, where visitors can explore various rooms featuring infographics on geology, fauna, and…
Explore the Valdes Peninsula on a tour departing from Puerto Madryn. This Natural Heritage Site is celebrated for its diverse array of unique animal species, offering an unparalleled environment.
The journey begins at the Carlos Ameghino Isthmus Interpretation Center, where visitors can explore various rooms featuring infographics on geology, fauna, and local flora. From the panoramic viewpoint, there are stunning views of the New Gulf, San Jose, and Bird Island.
The next destination is the town of Puerto Pirámides, where, depending on the season, an optional whale watching excursion is available (additional charges apply).
Continuing to Caleta Valdes and Punta Cantor, visitors can observe elephant seals, penguins, and sea lions (season permitting).
Along the route, one can encounter guanacos, maras, choiques, and other endemic animals.
The tour concludes at sunset, with schedules coordinated for cruise passengers.
- Please note that admission to the reservation is paid in cash on site.
- Lunch for cruise passengers only. Check other options.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.