Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island
Overview
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6 hours
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Embark on an unforgettable Penguin Tour from Punta Arenas and immerse yourself in an exciting morning adventure to Magdalena and Marta Islands! Stroll alongside thousands of Magellanic penguins as they go about their day in their untouched natural habitat. Take in breathtaking coastal views as you sail to this stunning wildlife sanctuary. Along the way, an expert guide will share fascinating insights into penguin behaviors and ecology, and you’ll even have the chance to hike up to a historic lighthouse for panoramic views. If the weather cooperates, you’ll also visit Marta Island to marvel at sea lions and elephant seals in their element.
Unlike other boat tours, this one takes place on a small, fast boat and includes coffee served on board, entrance fees to the ‘Los Pingüinos’ Natural Monument, and convenient transportation from a central meeting point in Punta Arenas to the pier.
Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Punta Arenas
You’ll meet at 6:15 AM at the designated spot near Muelle Prat in the port area of Punta Arenas. The exact location will be shared in your reservation confirmation. Once you arrive, you’ll check in, and we’ll ensure you’re ready for an incredible experience. The moment you’ve been waiting for is here! From there, you’ll board a minibus that will transport you to Laredo pier. The journey from Punta Arenas to the pier takes roughly 35 minutes.
Isla Magdalena
From Laredo dock, you’ll climb aboard a speedboat and begin your adventure across the breathtaking Magellan Strait. The boat will take you to Magdalena Island, where you’ll step ashore and have an hour to wander and discover the charming Magellanic penguins that live there. You’ll absolutely adore these delightful little creatures! The speedboat trip from Laredo Bay to Magdalena Island lasts around 45 minutes.
What‘s Included
Boat tour to Magdalena and Marta Islands in small boat
Roundtrip transportation from Punta Arenas
Onboard coffee service
Entrance to the Natural Monument "Los Pingüinos".
Bilingual Guide (Spanish/English)
Other services not mentioned
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Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The penguins are so cute!...
Adriana B,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The penguins are so cute! We get to see the penguins and they do a good job making sure we do not impact them in any way<3
Not good organization, see description for alternatives
corinnaf957,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Unfortunately, the trip was cancelled at short notice, we were only informed about it at the office at 6:00 in the morning when it was supposed to start. The excursion is very dependent on the weather. I recommend more to Tabsa, there the boats are bigger and much cheaper. There is also a greater chance that the boats will leave when the wind blows.
Great experience....
Sufiyan C,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Location is central , started on time. Staff at the office was courteous.and bus ride was great. Our host at the boat, Sebastian, was a great person and tried to make experience good for everyone. Spoke English fluently. We were given hot chocolate/coffee after the tour (it was windy and chilly). Overall great experience.
Penguins galore
Y7139COpaulam,,Mar 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you love penguins this is a must. Penguins, sealions, seals and if you are lucky some dolphins. So much fun and lovely walk around the island
Poor. The check in was...
Susan L,,Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Poor. The check in was criwded with not much direction given. The island was uninteresting to visit and too many people at once
It seemed a little...
James S,,Feb 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It seemed a little disorganized, but ultimately we did almost exactly what was written in the description to the letter. I felt that the size of the group was unwieldy and detracted from the experience - breaking into smaller groups would've been useful - and we'd benefit from more interpretation on the island itself.
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