King Penguin and Tierra del Fuego Full Day Tour

In Punta Arenas

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King Penguin and Tierra del Fuego Full Day Tour
The tour from Puerto Natales to King Penguin Park and Tierra del Fuego is special because it offers the unique opportunity to observe the only king penguin colony in South America. Combined with the adventure of crossing the historic Strait of Magellan and exploring the vast, remote landscapes of Tierra del Fuego, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience with breathtaking wildlife and stunning views of Patagonia.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Payment of Ferry crossing Primera Angostura - Punta Arenas
  • Bilingual guide in Spanish/English.
  • Payment of the crossing from Punta Arenas - Ferry
  • Transportation from Punta Arenas hotels

What's not included

  • Food
  • Tips / Gratuities
  • Entrance fee to King Penguin Park (USD 15)

Itinerary

  1. Pick up time for the tour starts between 07:00hs where passengers are picked up. At 08:00 am we go to the Tres Puentes terminal to take the ferry and cross the Strait of Magellan, the navigation has a duration of 2 hours. (3h 0min) Admission included
  2. Arriving around 11:30 a.m. at Chilota Bay, where you disembark and 20 minutes away is located one of the southernmost cities of Patagonia, called Porvenir, where you will visit the Selknam Square, then stop for lunch and rest in a local and economic restaurant where you can pay with cash or credit card. (2h 0min) Admission included
  3. We continue our trip to the King Penguin Park, a colony located in Bahía Inútil, where you can appreciate and enjoy their beauty. (3h 0min)
  4. We continued on our way to Cerro Sombrero, which is a town that has the necessary services and was created for the employees of the National Petroleum Company to live in when this was at its peak. (2h 0min)
  5. Finally, we will cross Primera Angostura, sailing for 20 minutes and then make our last stop at Estancia San Gregorio, arriving at Punta Arenas around 21:00 hrs. Arriving at the last stop, we will start the drop off at the passengers' hotels. (3h 0min) Admission included

Practical information

Operated by
ParaViajantes Tours
Max group size
30 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
pt, en, es
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Important notes

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINIANS OR ARGENTINIAN MEANS OF PAYMENT! The price of the tour, in pesos does NOT include taxes! Then in your payment method, you will be charged extra. TripAdvisor/viator/Associates are foreign websites. They invoice in USD. As any purchase in foreign currency.

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 14 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.