Price per person:
CLP$ 100.000 per person.
Magdalena Island Navigation
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Operative tour
October to March
If you cancel your reservation up to 5 days before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 5 days before the beginning of the activiity.
Visit Magdalena Island, the second largest Magellan penguins’ colony in South America, and take the track to walk beside them.
Times:
Duration:
4 hours and 50 minutes.
Minimum of passengers
Departure from 10 passengers.
Meeting Point:
Muelle Prat, Av. Costanera del Estrecho de Magallanes 1398, Punta Arenas.
Included:
navigation, bilingual guide (Spanish and English), entrance fee to park, snack (only Plus cabin) and pick up at your accommodation (urban area) only for Plus cabin.
What to bring:
warm clothing.
Weather:
In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.
subject to weather conditions.
Cancellation and rescheduling policy:
5 days.
If you cancel your reservation up to 5 days before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
Price
- Tourist cabin:
- Adult: CLP$ 100.000 per person.
- Child (age 5 to 12): CLP$ 55.000 per person.
- Child (age 0 to 4): for free.
- Plus cabin:
- Adult: CLP$ 130.000 per person.
- Child (age 5 to 12): CLP$ 80.000 per person.
- Child (age 0 to 4): for free.
We will meet in the meeting point to start the activity. After arriving to the pier where we will board the vessel that will take us to the Magdalena Island in a 1 and a half hour trip. We will disembark and stay there for about 1 hour. There, we will walk by a track of 800 m long, until reaching an old lighthouse, from where we will enjoy a spectacular view of the Strait of Magellan. During the whole walking, we will be able to see the Magellan penguins. Finally, we will board our vessel to return to the pier in a trip of 1 and a half hour, where the tour ends.
Cabins
- Tourist cabin: 120 seats and outdoor cabin. Start and end in Pier Prat.
- Plus Cabin: 48 seats, outdoor cabin, and snack. Start in accommodations and end in accommodation.
FAQ
- In what period of the year the navigation is made?
The Magellan penguins are migratory birds and are in the island from the beginning of October to the beginning of April, period in which the navigation is made.
- Which time of the year is it possible to see a bigger number of penguins?
The larger number of penguins is seen in December and January, months in which the colony is formed by about 15,000 specimens.
- How far can I see the penguins during the walking in the Magdalena Island?
The penguin colony in the island is big. As this is a small island, it is possible to see penguins with a less than a meter distance during the walking. It is common that the penguins enter to the track while you are walking. However, it is strictly forbidden touching the birds.
- What type of boat is used for the navigation?
The navigation is made in a catamaran. It has 2 bathrooms and 2 decks, so you can go out to take pictures and see the landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to book Magdalena Island Navigation?
To book Magdalena Island Navigation, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.How far in advance should I book Magdalena Island Navigation?
We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.Is there a minimum number of people required?
A minimum of 10 people is required to confirm the service. If this number is not met, we will offer you the closest available dates or a full refund. The earlier you book, the more time we have to add passengers and confirm the departure.
CLP$ 100.000