Peninsula Valdes Tour with Optional Whale Watching
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the amazing Peninsula Valdes, a world-heritage site, on this full-day tour from Puerto Madryn. The area is famous for unique animal species since it's a suitable place for them to live and breed. On this day out, you'll be accompanied by both bilingual guides and naturalists.
We highly recommend you to opt for a whale watching navigation, to observe whales in their natural habitat (from June to December).
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cruise Passengers are not allowed to take this tour
Entrance fees for the Valdes Peninsula are not included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Whale watching navigation (if option selected)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Whale Watching Navigation (if option selected)
Cruise Port pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Entry/Admission - Peninsula Valdes
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino
The first stop is the interpretive center Carlos Ameghino Isthmus, where you'll learn about the flora, fauna and geology of the peninsula. Also, you'll enjoy the panoramic lookout point of Golfo Nuevo, San Jose and the Island of Birds. Don't forget to bring your camera for unforgettable photo opportunities!
Puerto Piramides
Once in the town of Puerto Piramides, the ones who chose the whale watching navigation will get on the boat. You will be guided by our specialized and bilingual personnel, who will provide you with more information about the exclusive ecosystems of the coast and the sea, while you sail to meet the whales. Once you meet them, magic will start. The boat will stop the engines and silence will begin to reign, interrupted only by the sounds of the sea and the occasional bird. In this scenario, the whales will appear next to the boat and you will manage to live together in harmony in the same space for as long as they decide. It will be a unique moment where, if you are lucky, you will be able to see them very close.
Options
Full Day Tour & Whale Watching
This excursion starts in Puerto Madryn at 7:15 / 7:45 hs in Summer and 8 / 8.30 hs in Winter, picking up every passenger at the place they are staying. Includes tour by coach and a navigation.
Pickup included
Peninsula Valdes Full Day Tour
12 hr tour through the Valdes Peninsula, an important nature reserve which was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Pickup included
Reviews
73 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It's a great experience...
Yolanda M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It is a great experience but requires a lot of time to travel along the bad roads in the area. Still worth it.
It's worth it
Ricardo S,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour divided into 2. First the viewing of whales, which is a magnificent moment and then the walk through the peninsula of Valdes that was excellent. The guide was excellent
An Amazing Experience! 100% Would Recommend!
Kathleen K,
Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an incredible way to see a large expanse of land. Our tour guide was incredibly informational and gave us lots of background on the history, environment and animals in the reserve. We frequently stopped to get photos and observe the animals! We did the whale watching which was amazing. We got so close to so many of these beautiful animals. At first we were concerned about the lack of English translations while on the boat as not everything was being fully translated. However our tour guide came over and translated, as well as one of the guides on the boat. Everyone was extremely knowledgeable about the whales. They all took the time to educate us about the whales, the history of the ocean and Patagonia. I could not recommend the whale watching enough. All in all, this was a highlight of our time in Argentina. Everyone was communicative, engaged and made the trip!
All 👌
P6898AEkarinav,
Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is really beautiful!!! The Kai team excellent, very friendly and professional! We hope to come back soon!!!
Visit to Puerto Madryn
U2681KMluisp,
Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were recommended by friends to hire the tour with KAI TRAVEL. We were received and advised very kindly. We will be back to see whales in October!
Excellent
nicolaspL697FX,
Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My experience was excellent We take a lot of pictures and shoot fantastic videos The attention of the girls was excellent Super friendly We would re-engage your services Highly recommended
Fantastic Way to See Patagonian Wildlife
TexSteve,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On this tour we got to see so much wildlife. After we were picked up it took about an hour for Juan, our tour guide, to drive our group to the shore. The drive was largely through scrubland. Juan was very observant along the drive, stopping to point out guanacos, rheas, maras, and a rarely seen tinamou. He also answered questions we had along the way. When we arrived at Caleta Valdes we saw many elephant seals laying out on the beach and penguins along various parts of the beach and in the brushy areas. Juan scanned the shoreline with his binoculars and kept track on his phone with other people there to know where to go/look for orcas. Sure enough, we saw several orcas (killer whales) prowling along the shore looking for seals. It was amazing. Then we drove again and arrived at Puerto Piramides where we hopped on a large boat and found a few pairs of mother/baby Southern right whales. (The males had already migrated away by early November.) The whales were near our boat, swam around together, occasionally spouted, and also dove down and showed their flukes. The drive was very comfortable car-wise and temperature-wise. We also enjoyed getting to know the other tourists in the car on our drives. Juan was very focused on identifying as many animals as possible on our trip and his English was perfect.
MINI HOLIDAYS IN PUERTO MADRYN
sandraraquelp,
Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic!! Excellent accommodation, food (the nautical ) and excursions (whale watching, the doradillo, peninsula de valdes, pyramid port, Gaiman and lobster reserve in Punta Loma.
Wonderful.
Marialaura 12,
Oct 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Must-see experience! Beyond the walk and getting to know the wildlife in its natural habitat, enjoying the company of whales playing around the boat is simply wonderful.
Unique and amazing experience
rosbeba15,
Jun 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A unique experience. The closeness of the whales amazing!! The peace that comes to the boats... and the respect that is generated is admirable. Unforgettable.
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