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10 Best Punta Arenas Tours In Chile

The pick of the region.

Chile's 10 most-booked punta arenas tours, with the real story on each one and what it costs to go.

10 Best Punta Arenas Tours In Chile

Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island - Magdalena Island walk: the hour that makes this tour special

1.Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

Most Popular★ 4.6

Walk beside Magellanic penguins on Magdalena Island, then watch Patagonian sea lions on Marta Island from Punta Arenas by boat.

“The trip was a great experience. We got to see the penguins from wery close, we also saw many sea lions from the boat on Isla Marta. The guides were kind and knowledgeable and answered all the questions. It was an unforgettable experience for us!”

611 reviews5 hoursFrom $150by Solo Expediciones

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Punta Arenas: Full-Day Whales, Penguins, and Glaciers Tour

Punta Arenas: Full-Day Whales, Penguins, and Glaciers Tour - Strait of Magellan wildlife time: Francisco Coloane Marine Park does the heavy lifting

2.Punta Arenas: Full-Day Whales, Penguins, and Glaciers Tour

★ 4.9

One full day from Punta Arenas to Cape Froward for wild humpback whales, Magellanic penguins, and close glacier views on a warm boat.

“Worth every penny! Best tour ever, which even exceeded our expectations – unforgettable flora and fauna – whales, penguins, and glaciers up close. And the guides were fantastic, a really great and attentive team. Highly recommend it!”

325 reviews14 hoursFrom $365by Solo Expediciones

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Punta Arenas: Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins

Punta Arenas: Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins - Porvenir (and Cerro Sombrero) Lets the Day Make Sense

Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta

Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta - Isla Magdalena: your guided penguin hour on land

4.Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta

★ 4.0

Early speedboat day trip from Punta Arenas to Isla Magdalena and Isla Marta for penguins, sea lions, cormorants, and seabirds.

“Penguins were amazing to see! The tour size was 3 bus full but it was nice because the boat was huge and covered from the elements. Had ample time to walk around and see the penguins. Snacks and coffee/hot chocolate provided on the boat. Guides were friendly and knowledgeable.”

164 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $140.00by Solo Expediciones

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Punta Arenas: Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour

Punta Arenas: Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour - The Route Before the Park: Puerto Natales Photo Stop and Ultima Esperanza

Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island - Marta Island circumnavigation: what you can expect from the boat

6.Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

★ 4.5

Walk among Magellanic penguins on Isla Magdalena, then cruise Marta Island for sea lions, seabirds, and possible dolphin sightings.

“We loveed visiting the Magdalenda island and walking between penguins. You get to see them very close, it’a definitely worth paying a visit. Also, observing sealions and seals from the distance was very cool, plus our tour guides were also spectacular. Hot drink in the middle was a nice surprise! 10/10 would go again!”

116 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $140.00by Solo Expediciones

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Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas

Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas - Catamaran crossing of the Strait of Magellan (about 45 minutes)

7.Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas

★ 4.0

A cold-morning boat trip from Punta Arenas to Isla Magdalena to walk a penguin trail, learn the breeding cycle, and spot sea lions.

“Wow!!! this is one of the best tours that we had where we were able to encounter nature and animal so up close. We walked along with Penguins in wild. That is magical. We saw them walking to ocean, bringing fishes for their cubs. It was so much fun.”

107 reviews5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $160.00by Gray Line Chile

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Private Torres del Paine & Milodon, departing from Punta Arenas

Private Torres del Paine & Milodon, departing from Punta Arenas - Torres del Paine National Park Entry: Early Hours, Best Chance

8.Private Torres del Paine & Milodon, departing from Punta Arenas

★ 5.0

Private day trip from Punta Arenas to Milodon Cave and Torres del Paine with an English-speaking guide, AC transport, Wi-Fi, and lunch.

“Dress prepared and just go with the flow! The views are stunning! Our guide Gerardo was excellent and made the trip tailored to our needs and was very informative! We really enjoyed having him as a guide!”

76 reviews12 to 14 hours (approx.)From $554.17by Amigos Patagonia

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Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave - Torres del Paine sectors: how you see both Torres and Cuernos in one pass

9.Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

★ 4.6

Full-day Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas plus Milodón Cave fossil site, with small-group pickup, short walks, and big Patagonian views.

“There was so much to see. Do not be intimidated by the length of the excursion. It was worth every minute. The national park is beautiful and well maintained. There are several sites to see and experience. Take this trip!”

73 reviews14 hoursFrom $152by Torres del Paine Adventure

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Punta Arenas: Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk

Punta Arenas: Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk - Meeting points and timing in Punta Arenas (Muelle Prat vs Terminal Tres Puentes)

10.Punta Arenas: Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk

★ 4.2

5-hour boat trip from Punta Arenas to Magdalena Island for a guided penguin walk in Los Pingüinos Natural Monument.

“The island and the penguins were great but the trip was terrible. First off since it was advertised as shore excursion we assumed that we would have transportation. Nope After having their information translated by a taxi man we found out that we needed to take a taxi to the car ferry port We did…”

73 reviews5 hoursFrom $209by Torres del Paine Adventure

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