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  • Outside Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica

Grey Glacier

Mylodon Cave Natural Monument

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Laguna Amarga

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Nordenskjöld Lake

Cerro de la Cruz, Punta Arenas

Museo Nao Victoria

Nearby destinations

Santa Cruz Province tours

Tierra del Fuego tours

Los Glaciares National Park tours

Torres del Paine tours

Nearby sights

Beagle ChannelAttraction in Ushuaia Department, Argentina

Torres del Paine National ParkAttraction in Puerto Natales, Chile

Perito Moreno GlacierAttraction in Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina

Tierra del Fuego National ParkAttraction in Ushuaia Department, Argentina

Lago ArgentinoAttraction in Lago Argentino Department, Argentina

Isla MartilloAttraction in Ushuaia Department, Argentina

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Punta Arenas: Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins

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4.3939395 out of 5 stars
66 reviews
Punta Arenas: Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins
4.3939395 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.3939395 out of 5 stars
66 reviews

Explore Tierra del Fuego and see the only King Penguin colony in South America. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride and guided tour.

About this activity

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Duration 13 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
Passengers are picked up at their accommodation in Punta Arenas and taken to the Tres Puentes terminal, where they board the ferry to Tierra del Fuego. The ferry crossing of the Strait of Magellan takes approximately 2 hours.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Cristian Mercado – Costa Rica

Atma was a friendly guide who provided lots of information about the area. We managed to see lots of wildlife in this trip, including whales!

H
Harald – Austria

Thanks for the Tour to See the Pinguins. IT was a great day

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    Punta Arenas

  • Strait of MagellanFerry

    (2 hours)

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    Strait of Magellan

    Walk (0 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Porvenir

    Visit (0 hour)

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pinguino Rey Natural Reserve

    Visit (1 hour)

  • Van

    (2 hours)

  • Cerro Sombrero

    Break time

  • Ferry

    (30 minutes)

  • Van

    (1 hour)

  • Estancia San Gregorio

    Photo stop

  • Arrive back at:

    Punta Arenas

Main sites passed
Other sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience the only King Penguin colony in South America
  • Enjoy a scenic 2-hour ferry ride across the Strait of Magellan
  • Explore the historic city of Porvenir and its surroundings
  • Discover the diverse landscapes of Tierra del Fuego
  • Create unforgettable memories with stunning views and wildlife

Full description

Embark on a full-day adventure to Tierra del Fuego, home to the only colony of King Penguins in South America. This unique destination is known for its diverse climate, geology, and history, making it a must-visit location in the region.

The island spans 22,593 km², featuring a northern steppe zone with cattle ranches and a southern area with lush forests, lakes, mountains, and glaciers. Your journey begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Punta Arenas. From there, you will travel to the Strait of Magellan for a 2-hour ferry ride to Bahía Chilota. Upon arrival, you will visit the city of Porvenir, founded in 1894 to support the local cattle ranches.

The tour continues with a visit to the King Penguin Park, where you can observe these majestic birds in their natural habitat. The itinerary includes a stop for lunch in Porvenir or Cerro Sombrero, where you can enjoy local cuisine (please bring cash as card payments may not always be available due to poor internet signal).

After lunch, the tour proceeds to explore the southern part of the island, showcasing its stunning landscapes and rich history. The tour concludes with a return ferry ride and transportation back to your accommodation in Punta Arenas. Please note that the schedule and itinerary may change due to weather conditions and ferry schedules.

Includes

  • Transportation from your accommodation
  • Guide during the program
  • Ferry ticket
  • Transportation to your accommodation
  • Meals
  • Entrance to King Penguin Park
  • Entrance to the Porvenir museum

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Warm clothing
  • Camera
  • Cash
  • Charged Smartphone

From $107 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 66 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Cristian Mercado – Costa RicaApril 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Atma was a friendly guide who provided lots of information about the area. We managed to see lots of wildlife in this trip, including whales!
H
Harald – AustriaMarch 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Thanks for the Tour to See the Pinguins. IT was a great day
J
Jacek – PolandFebruary 17, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a very nice and calm trip. Penguins were very, very close to us, and it was fabulous. During the whole trip the guide told us some interesting stories about the land. Definitely worth it.

Product ID: 859660

Activity provider:Go Patagonia
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