Price per person:
CLP$ 99.000 per person.
Likely to sell out
Tierra del Fuego Full Day: King Penguin
4.8 / 5+100 reviews
Operative tour
October to May
If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours 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 24 hours before the beginning of the activiity.
We will sail through the Strait of Magellan, to visit a beautiful colony of King Penguins, unique in the Americas.
Times:
Duration:
14 hours.
Included:
pickup at your accommodation (urban area), shared transportation, bilingual guide (Spanish and English) and ferry ticket.
What to bring:
warm clothing.
Weather:
In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.
subject to weather conditions.
Not included:
lunch and entrance fee Reserva Natural Pingüino Rey (CLP$ 17.000 per person, payment at the place, with debit or credit card).
Cancellation and rescheduling policy:
24 hours.
If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours 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 book this tour if you don’t have your flight to leave Punta Arnas the same night of the tour or until 12:00 pm the next day, due to the return navigation might be delayed because of weather conditions.
Price
- Adult: CLP$ 99.000 per person.
- Child (age 4 to 12): CLP$ 55.000 per person.
- Infant (age 0 to 3): for free.
You will cross the Strait of Magellan on a scenic navigation to reach Tierra del Fuego. At the King Penguin Natural Reserve, you will follow designated trails with a local guide who will share fascinating insights about the species. From specific viewpoints, you will observe the King Penguins, the second-largest penguin species in the world, while respecting their environment. Depending on the day’s schedule, you may also visit Porvenir, explore its highlights, and enjoy lunch (not included). On the way, you will stop at the historic San Gregorio Ranch, established in 1878, where old structures still remain.
We will finish the experience by returning across the Strait of Magellan to Punta Arenas, leaving you with the memory of a truly unique Patagonian adventure.
Itinerary
The crossing to Tierra del Fuego Island could be through Tres Puentes or Punta Delgada, depending on the day you take the tour, the weather conditions, and the time visit informed by the park:
- Route 1, outbound trip via Tres Puentes and returning through Punta Delgada:
- Departure at 7:00 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Departure at 7:30 am on Saturday and Sunday.
- Return around 10:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Return around 11:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
- Visit to Porvenir included.
- Route 2, outbound trip via Punta Delgada and returning through Tres Puentes:
- Departure at 7:00 am on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Return around at 11:00 am on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Visit to Porvenir included.
- Route 3, round trip through Punta Delgada:
- Departure at 6:00 am.
- Return around at 9:00 pm.
- Visit to Porvenir not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
In what period of the year the tour is made?
The tour is made from September to May.
How far can I see the penguins during the visit to the Pingüino Rey Park?
You can see the penguins from the tracks of the park, to a 50 meters (164 ft.) distance, approximately.
Which kind of vessels are used for the navigations?
The Primera Angostura crossing is made in vessels with capacity for 250 or 184 people, depending on which one is available at the momento of your trip. The Tres Puentes crossing is made in a vessel with capacity for 360 people.
How can I pay the entrance fee to the park?
You can pay the entrance fee the same day of the tour when entering to the park, only with credit or debit card.
How much does lunch cost?
During the tour we will stop in a restaurant so you can buy lunch. There are different options according to the day that vary between CLP$7.000 and CLP$12.000 per person (in cash). In addition, we recommend you taking a snack with you from Punta Arenas, because it is a long tour where there are no more places to buy food.
How to book Tierra del Fuego Full Day: King Penguin?
To book Tierra del Fuego Full Day: King Penguin, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.How far in advance should I book Tierra del Fuego Full Day: King Penguin?
We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
Customer opinions about Tierra del Fuego Full Day: King Penguin
4.8/5
Overall rating
224
Total reviews
Diego🇨🇱
02 March, 2025
Excelente guía
Marisol🇨🇱
13 February, 2025
Hermosa experiencia, a pesar de tener que esperar para cruzar el estrecho de vuelta.
Marcos🇧🇷
04 February, 2025
Excelente.
Toby
28 January, 2025
Fantastic. Our guide was exceptional and full of information and the penguin experience is wonderful.
Ana🇨🇱
28 January, 2025
Buen guía y cumplieron con todo
CLP$ 99.000