Location: Puerto Madryn
Top Things to do in Puerto Madryn
Things to do in Puerto Madryn, Patagonia: The Best Multi-day Tours
Puerto Madryn is protected by the Golfo Nuevo, which is formed by Península Valdés and Punta Ninfas, and is one of the most sheltered places on the Patagonian coast. With five kilometers of beaches bordering the city, Puerto Madryn is the gateway to many other attractions in Argentina. Top among them is Valdes Peninsula Nature Reserve, a UNESCO heritage site since 1999.
Restaurants in Puerto Madryn
1. 3-Day Atlantic Patagonia Wild Nature Experience at Bahia Bustamante Lodge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Bahia Bustamante is a seaside Lodge surrounded by 360° of wild nature in Patagonia. Only a few places in the world house such an amount and diversity of seabirds and marine mammals, which is why it has been included in the National Park "Patagonia Austral". Remote and exclusive, with the philosophy of sustainability and preserving the natural habitat, it is ideal for nature lovers. Activities include bird (penguins and more) and sea lion watching, visit to the petrified forest, to the seaweed industry, and to a typical Patagonian ranch with more than 20.000 sheep, panoramic treks, horseback riding and mountain bike. Relaxing and enjoying the most exclusive sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, surrounded by huge red rocks is also possible.
Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation in 1 Sea View House: Each house has 2 bedrooms, living room, and fully equipped bathroom. Mini bar & ocean front view terrace. The program includes full board (fixed menu - beverages are not included) and 2 half day activities, which are coordinated the night before and are subject to weather conditions & tide tables. Bicycles at disposal., Possible activities: Navigation to see marine wildlife, 4x4 or trekking around Graviña Peninsula, Penguin Island, Petrified Forest, historic tour around the town, Aristizabal Cape visit, trekking around the Canyon. Activities are shared with the rest of our guests and are not done in private. It is not a "menu" of activities, these are coordinated by our staff and scheduled the night before., Local guide
Exclusions: Drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off (available with an extra cost)
Reviewed By Say_Hueque_Argentina
This small town is a unique, peaceful coastal paradise in Patagonia. It has pristine beaches (cold to swimm but just perfect to relax), traditional sheep ranch and incredible marine life including penguins, whales and sea lions, as well as hundreds of species of birds. The town, about 40 people inhabitants, lives today of tourism and seaweed production. I really think is a perfet spot for a romantic getaway, full of nature and tranquil ambience. Also paradise for birdwatchers.
2. 4-Day Tour to Puerto Madryn by Air from Buenos Aires
Fly from Buenos Aires to Trelew for a 3-night Puerto Madryn adventure! Just 2 hours away by air, you will departure at Trelew and then have a transfer to Puerto Madryn. The est coastal city provides easy access to Valdés Peninsula and Punta Tombo. Visit both places during two days of tours, marveling at interesting geographic accidents and native fauna such as penguins, elephant seals, southern sea lions, marine birds, among others.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights in a 3-star or 4-star accommodation (Standard with breakfast), Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer from Trelew airport and Puerto Madryn hotels, Round-trip flights between Buenos Aires and Trelew
Exclusions: Food & Drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fee to Valdes Peninsula on Day 2, Entrance fee to Punta Tombo on Day 3
Reviewed By alenag745
I Do not recommend this company I did a pre-planned day trip of Argentina. It was arranged they pick me up from nearby hotel. I msg to confirm and they changed the plans and I had to meet there which wasn’t Easy to find. I attempted many times to contact them via the phone numbers they provided and concierge also attempted, but they never responded. Then I only got half the tour. Try other more reliable and reputable companies.
3. Peninsula Valdes: 2-day tour Peninsula Valdes and Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve
A full day visit to the incredible Peninsula Valdes Reserve, to enjoy local fauna, and Patagonian Landscapes. We will visit Puerto Piramides and Caleta Valdes, Istmo Ameghino and Punta Delgada. Then, the following day we will visit Punta Tombo Penguin Reserve, the most important continental colony of penguins in South America. Please note, you need two days to enjoy this combinated option.
Inclusions: Local guide
Exclusions: Tips, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Cheryl B
Go with a good appetite, so many variety of meats, take just a little so you can make it to the end! Loved the lamb, filet mignon, garlic beef the best. Even saved room for dessert and left feeling very satisfied
4. Tour to Authentic Patagonia 17 days
On this trip you will immerse yourself in the heart of the Atlantic, Andean and Austral Patagonia, its infinite lakes, steppes, and glaciers. You will discover the flora, fauna, and the rural traditions of local communities, the local gastronomy, and the natural parks of the south of Argentina. A highlight of this trip will be the cultural exchange experience with a community of natives in Bariloche and the whale watching in Península Valdés.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 15 nights accommodation (category: standard) , 1 homestay in full board, Breakfasts in all accommodations., Tickets to National Parks., Transfers to the airport (in private service when mentioned), Meals when "included" , Excursions mentioned on the itinerary (group tours)
Exclusions: Air transport (optional)., Excursions indicated as "optional "., Personal meals and extras not mentioned.
Reviewed By mfsungoddess
My group of 14 people visited with the local family for a great dinner and empanada cooking session. everyone enjoyed the opportunity to try many of the local dishes and to even make one. the hosts were fantastic. as this was our first day in Argentina and it set the tone for the reminder of the trip.
5. Family trip: wildlife and landscapes of Patagonia
The Patagonia Family Vacation in 2 weeks has been specially designed to travel to Argentina with children. On this tour, you will get to know the Atlantic Patagonia, with its abundant marine and terrestrial fauna and its flora. The trip begins towards the Peninsula Valdes. You will fly to the South to discover the route of the Atlantic Patagonia, from Trelew to Península Valdés, passing through Puerto Madryn and Punta Pirámides. With a rental car, you will descend to the Bahia Bustamante Ecolodge, where you explore the wildlife and amazing landscapes of this unique site. You will enjoy 3 days in this private wildlife sanctuary, set in remote Patagonia by the sea. Prices are in US dollars per person (including 2 adults and 2 children in a quadruple room).
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, 7 nights accommodation (category: standard, quadruple room for 2 adults and 2 children) , Transfer airport – hotel - airport (private service) , Meals when "included" are mentioned., Excursions mentioned on the itinerary (group tours) , Entrance to all National Parks., Rental car from Puerto Madryn to Comodoro Rivadavia Airport (Chevrolet Prisma or similar)
Exclusions: Air transport (optional)., Excursions indicated as "optional"., Meals and personal extras not mentioned., Activities in Bahia Bustamante. You can book them in place, according to weather conditions.
Reviewed By mfsungoddess
My group of 14 people visited with the local family for a great dinner and empanada cooking session. everyone enjoyed the opportunity to try many of the local dishes and to even make one. the hosts were fantastic. as this was our first day in Argentina and it set the tone for the reminder of the trip.
6. Welsh Patagonia - The real picture
Because its the best tour of Welsh Patagonia and because it is being led by Jeremy Wood, the best guide in Patagonia
Inclusions: Private transportation
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7. Puerto Madryn: 3 days 2 nights: Penguin colony and whale watching
Day 1 in Puerto Madryn -Reception of the pax at Trelew airport - flight schedules to be confirmed - and transfer to your hotel in Puerto Madryn -In the afternoon, at times to be confirmed, we look for passengers at their hotel to begin the excursion in 4X4, 3 hours long, in LAND ROVER vehicles, Day 2 - 07.45 HS We are looking for passengers at their hotel for the full-day excursion to Peninsula Valdes. This excursion is regular, that is, with more passengers (maximum 7 pax) and guide. Whale watching Day 3 - 07.45 HS We are looking for passengers at their hotel to make the excursion to Punta Tombo full day. This excursion is regular, that is, with more passengers (maximum 7 pax) and guide. -At around 5:00 p.m. we will drop off passengers at Trelew airport to take their scheduled flight.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Aereos Buenos Aires- Puerto Madryn, Transfer in / out Buenos Aires Hotel / Buenos Aires Airport, Reception of the pax at Trelew airport and transfer to your hotel in Puerto Madryn, Accommodation 2 nights - 3 days with breakfast in Puerto Madryn - double room, Transfers in / out to the hotel for all tours that include the 3-day stay, Excursion in 4X4 vehicles. This excursion is regular, with more passengers (maximum 7) and guide., Full-day Peninsula Valdes excursion (not private) - regular service maximum 7 people, Whale Watching (only from June to December), Full day excursion to Punta Tombo - regular service 7 passengers maximum (not in private), you can taste the traditional, tasty and typical Te Wales recognized worldwide, Lunch at Peninsula Valdes, Around 5:00 p.m. we will leave the passengers at the airport to take their scheduled flight.
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Reviewed By silviapoli
Not worth it, I'm afraid. Too expensive to get to see just one of the glaciers, the Spegazzini one. (The Upsala glacier can only be seen from afar, as it's deemed too risky to approach). The journey was too long and quite uncomfortable (the ferry I took was the Quo Vadis). Too many people travelling. The ferry was 80% full in Covid times, which I found unsensible and irresponsible. We could not choose where to sit or change seats afterwards. The Spegazzini refuge is partly open. You can take a (rather short) walk in the woods, but the café/restaurant/toilet area is (still) closed and looks quite derelict. I've taken other tours in the area (Perito Moreno Glacier/ Canal Beagle/Full day at Chalten) and they were less expensive, better organised and far more enjoyable than this one.
8. Discover Patagonia
This package has been designed for those seeking to discover the nature and beauty of Patagonia as well experiencing the vibrant cities of Buenos Aires & Santiago. From Buenos Aires, you will be taken to Puerto Madryn where you will visit the Punta Tombo Penguin Colony and the wild Valdes Peninsula, home to wildlife such as the Southern Right Whale, sea lions, sea elephants and the mighty Orca. On to Ushuaia, the southern most city of the world where you will get to walk with native Magellanic penguins and discover Tierra Del Fuego National Park. We discover the sheer-sided peak of Mount Fitzroy and the immense Perito Moreno Glacier, where chunks of ice are often seen cracking into the water. At Torres del Paine, experience the rugged snow-capped mountains stand imposingly, fringed by huge icy lakes and windswept grasslands. Finish up in Santiago to catch your breath and take stock of your Patagonian discovery.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Transfers, Tours & activities as listed, 24 hr emergency service
Exclusions: internal flights, Entrance fee to National Parks, insurance
Reviewed By CC0913
We did a 12 day customized trip in 2018. Found this company through Zicasso, Kieran was great arranging it all and communication was easy. Our trip started in Buenos Aires where we did a cooking class at the Argentine Experience and took a tango lesson. Our dance instructors took us out to a milongo afterwards and we ended up staying out until 2am. It was great! We felt completely immersed in the culture. We then flew to Iguazu and toured the jungle, got blasted by the falls in a boat ride and saw all the incredible creatures that live there. Our last 5 days were spent hiking in Patagonia where we trekked the Perito Moreno Glacier, visited a ranch, and then drove to El Chalten for the final days. All of our transportation was provided, all internal flights booked by Kieran, and everything was just wonderful. To this day, it’s one of my favorite vacations!
9. 10-Day Iguazu & Patagonia Tour From Buenos Aires
Travel for 10 days through the magnificent city of Buenos Aires, the impressive Iguazú Falls, the nature of the Peninsula Valdés and be amazed in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier. In Buenos Aires, you will get to know its beautiful architecture, its most important tourist spots and you will be delighted with a Tango dinner show. You will fly to Iguazu to visit one of the Seven natural wonders of the World, the beautiful Iguazu Falls, before continuing this wonderful journey to Patagonia. In Puerto Madryn, be amazed by the rich fauna of the Peninsula Valdés, where you will be able to observe sea lions, birds and eventually penguins and wales regarding the season. In El Calafate you will admire another wonder, the famous Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most impressive glaciers in the world. This package includes accommodation, excursions and transfers.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation, Excursions and transfers detailed in the program
Exclusions: Domestic and international flights, Entrance fees to National Parks, Meals and services not indicated in the itinerary, Optional tours
Reviewed By alenag745
I Do not recommend this company I did a pre-planned day trip of Argentina. It was arranged they pick me up from nearby hotel. I msg to confirm and they changed the plans and I had to meet there which wasn’t Easy to find. I attempted many times to contact them via the phone numbers they provided and concierge also attempted, but they never responded. Then I only got half the tour. Try other more reliable and reputable companies.
10. 4 days in Peninsula Valdes - Whales, Penguins & Sea Lions watching
Discover Peninsula Valdes on this 4-day tour to the most important wildlife reserve in the south of Argentina! Venture into Peninsula Valdes and get to know seal elephants and sea lions, it will be sure to impress you. Then, be prepared to sail with the Southern Right Whale and its calves, getting up close with them and keeping your camera ready for a stunning tail flip or a breaching whale. To further add to your adventure, experience wild Patagonia walking among hundreds of Magellanic Penguins at Punta Tombo, and get to know more about their habits. This tour makes it easy for you to explore Puerto Madryn natural surroundings with all accommodation and activities included, plus airport transfers and breakfast every day. If you enjoy outdoors and wild animals this tour is for you!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Accommodation for 3 nights in Puerto Madryn, Round-trip shared airport transfers, Tours mentioned in the itinerary (Shared service), Bilingual guide on tours
Exclusions: Optional tours & Gratuities, Entrance fees to Protected Areas and museums (Península Valdés, Punta Tombo, Trelew Museums), Travel / Medical Insurance, International or Domestic Flights or buses, Unmentioned food and drink
Reviewed By veronicalV2974LP
Do you love Nature? Do you prefer cold season adventures? Puerto Madryn is the best place to visit! During autumn season, you'll be able to see arrive our outstanding visitor. Its scientific's name Eubalaena Australis, proclaimed as a nature patrimony for mankind by The UNESCO on 1999, and a national symbol that you find on our cash, the Ballena franca Austral. Believe me, you don't need to book a expensive ticket aboard on the sailboat. In the cooling season of june, you can see the whales on the coast, doing their mating ceremony. Thanks to the geographical position and the temperature of the coast, our gulf called "Golfo nuevo", provides a nice amount of food and a safe place to this magnificent specimen. Until december, the time when the whales leave the gulf with their whale calves. Such a fantastic experience that you'll enjoy alone, with friends, with your partner or why not? With Your family.
