Get an up-close look at penguins in their natural habitat. This wonderful extension crosses the Magellan Strait to visit Magdalena Island, where a massive penguin colony lives. You can encounter playful sea lions and other marine life while taking in the stunning views of the world's end.
Departing early from our Punta Arenas hotel, we'll briefly stop to meet fellow travelers at the main office before boarding the boat.
Our guide will cover safety, weather, and the itinerary as we set sail towards Magdalena Island, spotting austral dolphins, whales, and enjoying views of Tierra del Fuego islands. On Isla Magdalena, we'll marvel at over 150,000 penguins in their natural setting.
After spending a bit of time on the island, it's time to board the boat again and continue our journey back to Punta Arenas. Once we arrive at the dock, we'll be driven back to our hotel in Punta Arenas.
Important Notes
Regular departures are available every day from November to March.
This trip starts and ends at your hotel in Punta Arenas.
This trip suits those not prone to seasickness and are able to walk gently over flat terrain (Magdalena Island). It is not physically demanding.
Group size is normally 30-65 clients.
In Torres del Paine and throughout Patagonia transport is in vans that normally seat from 8 to 14 people.
The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the winds that circle the Antarctic landmass, making the weather hard to predict. Fine weather may deteriorate almost without warning; even in summer (December to March), you should come prepared to find strong cold winds (up to 130km/hr) and rainfall. Summer’s average temperature is 11ºC (52ºF), ranging between 2 to 24ºC (35 to 75ºF).
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Updated October 4th, 2022
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