Full-Day Trip to Valdes Peninsula from Puerto Madryn

Valdes Peninsula Day Trip

Penguins in Puerto Madryn

Elephant seals in Puerto Madryn

Whale watching in Puerto Madryn

Join us on a day trip from Puerto Madryn along the Valdés Peninsula to spot different species of animals native to this area of Patagonia - it'll be an unforgettable journey in the spectacular Argentine province of Chubut!

Details

Duration

10 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide

Not included

Food and drinks
Entrance to the Península Valdés Reserve: 50000ARS per non–national adult, 25000ARS per non–national child aged 6–11, 20000ARS per Argentinean adult, 10000ARS per Argentinean child aged 6–11, and free for children under 6
Boat trip in Puerto Pirámides with whale watching: 150000ARS per adult, 75000ARS per child aged 4–12, and free for children under 4

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Most areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation. Information in easy-to-read format. Accessible toilets.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the day of the activity. If you cancel 48 hours before the activity starts, we will refund you 50%. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Valdes Peninsula Day Trip + Whale Watching

Free cancellation

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Reviews of our customers

9.5

Exceptional 314 Travelers·38 reviews

October 8, 2026
María Rosa Rey Lázaro-carrasco
Toledo, Spain
It was great! Cecilia and Rene clearly love their work, you could tell by the interest they showed throughout the entire excursion! We looked for whal...
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August 31, 2026
Fabiana Haydee Subies
Buenos Aires, Argentina
We had a great time. Everything was perfect. Nestor, our guide, was an open book, and Diego, the driver and teacher.
With friends
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November 10, 2025
Emma
Barcelona, Spain
We had booked the tour to the Valdés Peninsula without whale watching, but the guide recommended it, and it was like a dream. It was impossible to cou...
As a couple
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January 5, 2026
Victor
Barcelona, Spain
The tour was fantastic! We had Facundo as our guide, a huge wildlife enthusiast. It was truly spectacular; he was incredibly attentive, and his explan...
As a couple
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January 13, 2024
Martina
Prague, Czechia
Our guide, Hugo Andrés, was very helpful, knew everything there is to know about the peninsula fauna, always looking for animals to show us, very good...
As a couple
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November 17, 2023
Ana
Zaragoza, Spain
This place is unique in the world. We were very lucky and saw whales, orcas, elephants and sea lions, penguins and several land species. Everything is...
As a couple
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March 29, 2025
Paloma
Spain
Our guide, René, made the excursion a top-notch experience, providing excellent knowledge and explanations of the area. He was very pleasant and alway...
Is this useful?
February 13, 2025
Everton Sequeira
Aurora, United States
It was well conducted by the tour guide Facundo. We saw everything we set out to see.
As a couple
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January 22, 2025
Sara
Spain
Perfect, the guide and the driver are wonderful company and they adapted to the requests we made.
With friends
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December 17, 2024
David Cattaneo
Treviso, Italy
The guide Ugo is excellent, very cultured and friendly. The places he showed us were excellent, and we saw a lot of animals!
Traveling solo
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Day Trip Details

After picking you up at the scheduled time at your hotel in Puerto Madryn, we'll head to the Valdes Peninsula nature conservation area.

First, we'll make a stop so that you can pay the entrance fee to enter the reserve. Then, we'll continue to the Carlos Ameghino isthmus visitor center: the narrow strip of land (barely 6 kilometers/3.7 miles wide) that joins the continental territory of the Argentine province of Chubut and the Valdés Peninsula. After this first stop, which will give us a first glimpse of the local plant and wildlife, we'll move on to the village of Puerto Pirámides. Here, between June 15 and December 15, you can take an optional boat trip to go whale watching.

Those who do not opt for the boat ride will have free time in Puerto Pirámides. Next, we'll go to Caleta Valdés, where, depending on the season, we'll make up to three stops. The first will take place in the cove itself, where we'll see how the sea traces the entrance of the Valdés Peninsula inlet. The second will be at Punta Cantor, where we'll get to see elephant seals and sea lions throughout the year. The third will be at the penguin colony, where from September to April we'll be able to see the Magellanic penguins. There is also the possibility, if the weather is favorable, that we'll see killer whales.

Then the tour will take us to a place where we can observe guanacos, choiques, maras, hares, foxes, and armadillos as we move to Punta Norte. Here, from September to December, we will see elephant seals. From December to May, we'll observe a colony of sea lions. We'll also be able to see killer whales if conditions are favorable.

Finally, you'll be able to have lunch on your own in the area before we return to Puerto Madryn. Arrival at your hotel is scheduled 10 hours after pickup.

Important Info

The wildlife that inhabits the Valdes Peninsula is unpredictable. The possibility of seeing a greater or lesser number of species will depend on sea currents, wind direction, and other factors.
At this link, you'll be able to check the calendar of the ideal seasons for observing different species on the Valdes Peninsula.
If you wish to see whales in this area, we recommend checking out this whale-watching tour in Península Valdés.
The local tour company may have to modify the day, schedule, route, or duration of the excursion if the weather is bad.

Entrance Fees to Visit the Valdes Peninsula

The day trip does not include the entrance fee to the reserve. This amount (which varies depending on the origin) must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.

Package Deal

If you wish, you might be interested in checking out this Peninsula Valdes Excursion + Whale Watching package to combine both activities.

9.5

Exceptional 314 Travelers·38 reviews

October 8, 2026
María Rosa Rey Lázaro-carrasco
Toledo, Spain
It was great! Cecilia and Rene clearly love their work, you could tell by the interest they showed throughout the entire excursion! We looked for whal...
With friends
Is this useful?
August 31, 2026
Fabiana Haydee Subies
Buenos Aires, Argentina
We had a great time. Everything was perfect. Nestor, our guide, was an open book, and Diego, the driver and teacher.
With friends
Is this useful?
November 10, 2025
Emma
Barcelona, Spain
We had booked the tour to the Valdés Peninsula without whale watching, but the guide recommended it, and it was like a dream. It was impossible to cou...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 5, 2026
Victor
Barcelona, Spain
The tour was fantastic! We had Facundo as our guide, a huge wildlife enthusiast. It was truly spectacular; he was incredibly attentive, and his explan...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 13, 2024
Martina
Prague, Czechia
Our guide, Hugo Andrés, was very helpful, knew everything there is to know about the peninsula fauna, always looking for animals to show us, very good...
As a couple
Is this useful?
November 17, 2023
Ana
Zaragoza, Spain
This place is unique in the world. We were very lucky and saw whales, orcas, elephants and sea lions, penguins and several land species. Everything is...
As a couple
Is this useful?
March 29, 2025
Paloma
Spain
Our guide, René, made the excursion a top-notch experience, providing excellent knowledge and explanations of the area. He was very pleasant and alway...
Is this useful?
February 13, 2025
Everton Sequeira
Aurora, United States
It was well conducted by the tour guide Facundo. We saw everything we set out to see.
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 22, 2025
Sara
Spain
Perfect, the guide and the driver are wonderful company and they adapted to the requests we made.
With friends
Is this useful?
December 17, 2024
David Cattaneo
Treviso, Italy
The guide Ugo is excellent, very cultured and friendly. The places he showed us were excellent, and we saw a lot of animals!
Traveling solo
Is this useful?

Show all reviews

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Day Trip Details

After picking you up at the scheduled time at your hotel in Puerto Madryn, we'll head to the Valdes Peninsula nature conservation area.

Finally, you'll be able to have lunch on your own in the area before we return to Puerto Madryn. Arrival at your hotel is scheduled 10 hours after pickup.

Important Info

The wildlife that inhabits the Valdes Peninsula is unpredictable. The possibility of seeing a greater or lesser number of species will depend on sea currents, wind direction, and other factors.
At this link, you'll be able to check the calendar of the ideal seasons for observing different species on the Valdes Peninsula.
If you wish to see whales in this area, we recommend checking out this whale-watching tour in Península Valdés.
The local tour company may have to modify the day, schedule, route, or duration of the excursion if the weather is bad.

Entrance Fees to Visit the Valdes Peninsula

The day trip does not include the entrance fee to the reserve. This amount (which varies depending on the origin) must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.

Package Deal

If you wish, you might be interested in checking out this Peninsula Valdes Excursion + Whale Watching package to combine both activities.

Valdes Peninsula Day Trip