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Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

4.5(185)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 185 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Solo Expediciones
Magdalena Island

About this activity

Walk alongside penguins on Isla Magdalena and watch the diverse fauna of Isla Marta

Cruise the Strait of Magellan to the Magdalene and Marta Islands. Magdalene Island hosts one of the most important penguin colonies each year and Marta Island hosts more than 1,500 sea lions. We begin with this unique adventure, after checking in at our office, we head towards Bahia Laredo by transfer to embark on speedboats; for 45 minutes towards Magdalena Island, where we will disembark 1 hour with our guide to know the natural habitat of the Magellanic Penguins, in the largest colony in South America. We continue our journey to Marta Island to see Sea Lions (weather permitting), imperial cormorants and hundreds of southern seagulls. Then return to the pier and Punta Arenas. We will also have the opportunity if luck accompanies us to be able to see Southern Dolphins, Toninas Overas and Sei Whales.

What's included

  • ✓Entrance and transfer from the meeting point to the pier
  • ✓Restroom on board
  • ✓Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • ✕Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

  • The starting point is only two blocks from the main square (de armas) of Punta Arenas, in Solo Expediciones

Good to know

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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