PENINSULA VALDES NORTH WITH SAN LORENZO FARMHOUSE AND WHALE WATCHING

We begin the day picking you up from your accommodations in Puerto Madryn, ready to experience a journey that combines unique landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and Patagonian traditions on the incomparable Valdés Peninsula, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site (reserve entrance not included). After an hour’s drive, we arrive at Puerto Pirámides, where we have the opportunity to take the traditional boat-based whale watching excursion (included). Depending on the time of year, we are treated to sightings of the southern right whale or colonies of sea lions and cormorants, in a natural setting that never ceases to amaze.

We continue to the traditional Estancia San Lorenzo (entrance included), a typical Patagonian ranch that invites us to connect with the history and culture of the region. Here we have time for lunch (optional, not included), with the classic spit-roasted lamb as a highlight, as well as the opportunity to visit one of the largest and most important Magellanic penguin colonies in the world. In the afternoon, we head to Punta Norte, a privileged setting for marine wildlife watching. Depending on the season, we may observe sea lions, elephant seals, and even orcas, the stars of some of nature’s most fascinating behaviors. Before heading back, we visit the Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center, where we gain a deeper understanding of the richness of this ecosystem. Throughout the day, land wildlife also accompanies us: guanacos, rheas, and foxes roam freely, adding unique moments to the experience. We live a full, diverse, and authentic day, where Patagonia expresses itself in all its magnitude.

Main Attractions: Regular whale watching tour, Lamb barbecue, the world’s largest Magellanic Penguin Colony, Southern Sea lions, Southern Elephant seals, and local wildlife.

Season: Early September – Late March

Estimated duration: 11 hours

Journey: 400 km/250 Miles (paved & gravel roads)

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