Penguins At Estancia San Lorenzo In Peninsula Valdés
Duración: 3 Horas
The Estancia San Lorenzo Natural Reserve is situated within the Peninsula Valdés Protected Natural Area, approximately 160 kilometers from Puerto Madryn city in Patagonia, Argentina.
This location is home to a colony of over 600,000 Magellanic penguins, marking it as the largest continental colony globally.
Besides the opportunity to observe these incredible creatures in their natural setting, the area also features marine fossils that are visible in the cliffs and ravines leading down to the sea.
The Magellan penguin colony at San Lorenzo Ranch has experienced steady growth since it was established nearly 50 years ago, with an annual increase of over 20% on average since 1995. The penguins make their appearance each year in early September and depart the reserve by late April.
Thanks to the variety of attractions available, visitors can select from different trails that vary according to the area and the level of difficulty.
While on your trip to Puerto Madryn, a visit to the Penguin Colony and Estancia San Lorenzo in Punta Norte is a must!
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Descripción del Tour:
The trails and activities can be tailored based on your schedule. You can choose from the following options:
*Penguin Experience, the classic tour
This trail takes you through a nesting area with constant penguin activity. Midway, you'll encounter a coastal stretch offering spectacular views of the vast San Matías Gulf and the beach where penguins frequently enter and exit the water, as well as rest. At the conclusion of the tour, you'll find the remnants of the old sea lion oil factory. The tour lasts 1.30 hrs with departures scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
We also recommend the Sunset Experience, which mirrors the Penguin Experience but takes place in the afternoon at 6 p.m., providing the perfect opportunity to capture the best photos alongside the highest concentration of penguins.
*Land of Penguins, mini-trekking and wildlife watching
This excursion involves mini trekking through an area with the densest population of animals, a section exclusively accessed by Researchers and Park Rangers. Tours are conducted in small groups with the guidance of a Park Ranger from the San Lorenzo Ranch.
We explore the "La Colmena" area, named for its high density of nests, and the Pingüinera Canyon, a vital passage for penguins accessing various nesting sites.
One of the most picturesque areas is the cliff zone, also chosen by penguins for nesting.
On the return journey, we traverse the upper coastal path to arrive back at the starting point. The tour duration is 2.40 hours, with departures at 10 a.m.
Lo que SI incluye:
- Entrance to the Reserve - Guided trail (according to selected option) - Park Ranger Guides - Self-guided trails
Lo que NO incluye:
- Transfers to or from the Estancia - Food or Drinks
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