Argentina · Wildlife

5-Hour Punta Ninfas Wildlife Excursion from Puerto Madryn

5 Hours Round trip from Puerto Madryn Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See sea elephants in their natural habitat at Punta Ninfas
  • 02 Take in the solitude of the Punta Ninfas lighthouse
  • 03 Experience the immensity of the Patagonian steppe
  • 04 Descend a 70-metre cliff to reach the beach
  • 05 Travel to the entrance of Golfo Nuevo, a passage for ships and whales

Sign up for this exciting excursion to explore the majestic highlights of Punta Ninfas and feel the thrill of a close encounter with Patagonia's unique wildlife. Travel to the entrance of Golfo Nuevo, where the solitude of the lighthouse and the immensity of the Patagonian steppe create a striking setting. Descend the cliff to the beach and enjoy the opportunity to interact with sea elephants in one of the region's most natural environments.

On the beach, you will have the opportunity to interact with sea elephants in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Puerto Madryn
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Punta Ninfas Lighthouse and Sea Elephants Excursion

  • Depart from Puerto Madryn at approximately 8:00 AM for Punta Ninfas, located 80 km southeast of Puerto Madryn. The journey follows a gravel road and lasts about one hour.
  • Arrive at the entrance to Golfo Nuevo, an obligatory passage for ships and whales. Here, you can enjoy the solitude of the lighthouse and the immensity of the Patagonian steppe.
  • After interpreting fossils, begin the descent of an approximately 70-metre cliff of medium difficulty.
  • On the beach, you will have the opportunity to interact with sea elephants in their natural habitat. This is an expedition in one of the region's most natural environments.
  • Later, return to your drop-off location to conclude the tour.
Punta Ninfas lighthouse, Patagonian steppe, Golfo Nuevo, sea elephants

Where this trip takes you

Punta Ninfas lighthouse, Patagonian steppe, Golfo Nuevo, sea elephants

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Puerto Madryn 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transfer and minibus to the park
  • Tour guide in English
  • Hotel pick-up service
  • Cruise pick-up service
  • Assistance throughout the excursion

What's Not Included

  • Entrance to parks and museums
  • Lunches

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Mineral water
  • Comfortable warm clothes for trekking

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
We pick up each passenger from their hotel or accommodation in Puerto Madryn.
Tour start
Puerto Madryn, Chubut Province, Argentina
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Puerto Madryn.

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