Peninsula Valdes whale watching tour in Patagonia
A short tailor made tour to Argentina’s Valdes Peninsula, where you’ll watch these magnificent creatures up close and also see penguins, elephant seals and sea lions.
Puerto Madryn Valdes Peninsula sea elephant colony at Caleta Valdes Puerto Piramides Golfo Nuevo bay Penguins in Punta Tombo
Price
US $1080ToUS $1195 excluding flights
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Duration
4 Days
Countries
Argentina, Patagonia
Type
Tailor made
CO2
131.7kg
More info
Prices per person, based on double occupancy.
Valid until September 2027 (not for Christmas-New Year).
Single rates and upgrades are available on request, Flights can also be arranged upon request. Whale season is from June to Middle of December.
Valid until September 2027 (not for Christmas-New Year).
Single rates and upgrades are available on request, Flights can also be arranged upon request. Whale season is from June to Middle of December.
Description of Peninsula Valdes whale watching tour in Patagonia
This whale watching tour in Argentina takes you to the Valdes Peninsula. Based in the town of Puerto Madryn, you’ll spend two days experiencing the incredible local marine wildlife in beautiful surroundings.
On the first day you’ll take a full day's tour of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Valdes Peninsula, where you’ll see a colony of sea elephants at Caleta Valdes and then take a boat trip around the Golfo Nuevo bay where, from June to December, you’ll be able to see majestic southern right whales swim past you.
The next day you’ll drive south to Punta Tombo to see the largest colony of Magellan penguins in South America, which reaches 500,000 birds during peak season. You could even choose to walk amongst them to witness their habits up close.
Price information
US $1080ToUS $1195 excluding flights
Convert currency:
Prices per person, based on double occupancy.
Valid until September 2027 (not for Christmas-New Year).
Single rates and upgrades are available on request, Flights can also be arranged upon request. Whale season is from June to Middle of December.
Valid until September 2027 (not for Christmas-New Year).
Single rates and upgrades are available on request, Flights can also be arranged upon request. Whale season is from June to Middle of December.
Departure information
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel guides
With whales in every corner of the ocean, and so many species, how do you begin to plan a trip?
Patagonia: a triangle of land at the end of the world, with calving glaciers, shattered fjords and jagged mountains.
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) holiday so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your holiday to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
As a local Argentina B Corp Travel Company, we hold a deep appreciation for the Earth's natural wonders and understand the importance of their preservation. However, we believe that sustainability alone is insufficient. Travel, in our view, is a potent instrument for creating a positive impact on the destinations we explore.CARBON REDUCTION
-Focused Exploration of a Single Ecosystem
The journey centers on Puerto Madryn and Península Valdés, minimizing long-distance travel while allowing deep immersion in one of Patagonia’s most extraordinary coastal environments.
-Nature-First Experiences
Activities such as the full-day Península Valdés tour, whale watching in Golfo Nuevo, and penguin reserve visit in Punta Tombo prioritize time in nature over fast-paced travel.
-Say Bosque Regeneration Commitment
Through Say Bosque initiative, each journey contributes directly to native forest restoration projects in Patagonia, embedding carbon reduction and regeneration into the cost of travel itself. In collaboration with ReforestArg, we plant ten trees for every traveler to contribute to the cherished landscapes we adore.
Twice a year, we journey to Cholila, Chubut – Argentine Patagonia – to plant these trees, playing our part in preserving native forests, bolstering the local community, and giving back to Mother Earth.
ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
-Protection of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visits to Península Valdés (UNESCO) directly support the conservation of a globally important marine and coastal ecosystem.
-Responsible Wildlife Encounters
Boat navigation in Puerto Pirámides allows close observation of southern right whales during the season, while land-based visits reveal sea elephants, sea lions, and Magellanic penguins under strict protection guidelines.
People
LOCAL ECONOMY-Support for Small Coastal Communities
Overnight stays and excursions based in Puerto Madryn and Puerto Pirámides sustain local hotels, guides, drivers, and boat crews.
-Local Wildlife Specialists
Whale watching and peninsula tours are led by trained local guides with deep knowledge of marine biology and regional ecology.
EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
-Sustained Employment Through Conservation Tourism
Wildlife tourism supports year-round and seasonal employment for guides, captains, conservation staff, and hospitality workers.
-Accessible Nature Experiences
Activities such as peninsula drives, boat-based whale watching, and walks among penguins are designed to be accessible to a wide range of travelers.
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