There are two penguin colonies in the surroundings of Punta Arenas: one at
Isla Magdalena and the other one at
Seno Otway. In both colonies you may observe
Magellanic penguins
(Spheniscus magellanicus).
The characteristics of both colonies:
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Seno Otway
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By minivan you travel through South Chilean Pampa and get the
chance to observe the Patagonian flora and fauna along the way:
discover Ñandus, sheep, Upland Geese and if you are lucky,
even the here native Patagonian Skunk.
- about 11,000 penguins
- Departure: daily, 4:00 p.m.
- Return: about 8:30 p.m.
- Price: USD 20.- + CLP 3,500 entrance fee
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Isla Magdalena
- arrive by boat, crossing the Strait of Magellan
- about 120,000 penguins
There are several possibilities to visit Isla Magdalena:
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The ferry "Melinka"
- Departure: 4:00 p.m., Tue., Thu., Sat.
- Return: about 9:00 p.m.
- Price: USD 30.- incl. entrance fee
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Zodiac motor boat
What an adventure! By Zodiac motor boat you cross the
legendary Strait of Magellan and with a bit of luck you may even spot some dolphins
frolicking in the ocean...
- Departure: 5:15 p.m., daily (depending on weather conditions)
- Return: around 9:30 p.m.
- Price: USD 44.- incl. entrance fee
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Islas Marta und Magdalena
Penguins, cormorants and sea lions: you can experience the natural habitat of
these animals in a combined half day trip: Visit the islands Magdalena and Marta by Zodiac!
- Departure: 7:15 a.m., daily (depending on weather conditions)
- Return: around 12:00 noon
- Price: USD 62.- incl. entrance fee
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Punta Arenas - Chile |
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Regular tours,
possible for everybody |
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Mid October - End of March |
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Learn more about
our activity levels
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Note:
Upon request we also organize individual departures to the penguins at
different times of the day.
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