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Southern Right Whale Watching is one of the most iconic excursions in Peninsula Valdes and a unique opportunity to observe one of the world's most impressive marine mammals up close. This one-and-a-half-hour boat tour aboard semi-rigid boats departs from Puerto Piramides and sails through the waters of Golfo Nuevo, where from June to December, Southern Right Whales arrive each season to breed and raise their calves, offering unforgettable encounters in their natural habitat.
Price
Adult13+ years
$ 195,000ARS
Child4 to 12 years
$ 97,500ARS
Infant0 to 3 years
Free
StartEnd
9:15 am11:00 am
StartEnd
2:15 pm4:00 pm
Semi-rigid boat navigation on Golfo Nuevo
Guide throughout the navigation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start
Access ticket to Peninsula Valdes Protected Area
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Optionals
Transfer from your hotel
$ 171,000ARS
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Description
The Southern Right Whale Watching excursion begins in Puerto Piramides, the only location in Peninsula Valdes where whale watching navigations depart. Aboard a semi-rigid boat specially designed for this activity, you will embark on an approximately 1.5-hour boat tour across the waters of Golfo Nuevo in search of the whales that return to the region each season to breed and care for their calves.
An optional round-trip transfer from your accommodation in Puerto Madryn is available, turning the experience into a full-day excursion. The land tour also includes visits to some of Peninsula Valdes main attractions, such as the Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center, the Sea Lion Colony, Bird Island and, when tidal conditions allow, El Doradillo Beach, renowned for its exceptional opportunities to observe whales from the shore.
During the navigation off the coast of Puerto Piramides, Southern Right Whales are the undisputed stars of the experience. Depending on their location, the boat navigates within an approximate ten-mile radius from Puerto Piramides, allowing passengers to admire their characteristic blows, breaches and graceful movements at the surface while a bilingual guide shares fascinating information about their behavior and the surrounding marine ecosystem.
In addition to whale watching, the boat tour also offers the opportunity to spot sea lions and a variety of Patagonian coastal bird species, especially during spring, while enjoying the spectacular coastal landscapes that make Golfo Nuevo one of Patagonia's finest natural settings.
Southern Right Whale Watching is a must-do excursion for anyone visiting Puerto Madryn during whale season and wishing to experience an unforgettable encounter with these gentle giants in one of the world's premier whale watching destinations.
An optional round-trip transfer from your accommodation in Puerto Madryn is available, turning the experience into a full-day excursion. The land tour also includes visits to some of Peninsula Valdes main attractions, such as the Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center, the Sea Lion Colony, Bird Island and, when tidal conditions allow, El Doradillo Beach, renowned for its exceptional opportunities to observe whales from the shore.
During the navigation off the coast of Puerto Piramides, Southern Right Whales are the undisputed stars of the experience. Depending on their location, the boat navigates within an approximate ten-mile radius from Puerto Piramides, allowing passengers to admire their characteristic blows, breaches and graceful movements at the surface while a bilingual guide shares fascinating information about their behavior and the surrounding marine ecosystem.
In addition to whale watching, the boat tour also offers the opportunity to spot sea lions and a variety of Patagonian coastal bird species, especially during spring, while enjoying the spectacular coastal landscapes that make Golfo Nuevo one of Patagonia's finest natural settings.
Southern Right Whale Watching is a must-do excursion for anyone visiting Puerto Madryn during whale season and wishing to experience an unforgettable encounter with these gentle giants in one of the world's premier whale watching destinations.
Itinerary
7:30
Pick-up at hotel
Bus tour
Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center
Isthmus viewpoint
Visit to Punta Piramides
Sea lion and seabird watching
Arrival at Puerto Piramides
Navigation on Golfo Nuevo
Visit to El Doradillo Beach
Whale watching from the shore
17:30
Return to the hotel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Discover the questions other travelers also had before booking.What should I wear for the excursion?
As wind and temperatures can vary throughout the day, we recommend dressing in layers and wearing:
- Comfortable, warm clothing.
- Winter hat.
- Gloves.
- Scarf.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Comfortable footwear.
What is the best time of year to see whales?
The Southern Right Whale season runs from June through December, with September and October generally offering the highest number of whales and the most active sightings.
How long is the boat trip?
The boat trip lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, although the duration may vary depending on the whales' location and sea conditions.
Are whale sightings guaranteed?
Although the chances of seeing whales during the season are very high, sightings cannot be guaranteed, as these are wild animals in their natural habitat.
Which places are visited if I book the transfer from Puerto Madryn?
In addition to Puerto Pirámides and the whale watching cruise, the excursion includes stops at the Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center, Istmo Ameghino, El Doradillo Beach, and, depending on the tide conditions, the Punta Pirámides sea lion colony.
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