The 15 Best Tours from Punta Arenas

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Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

/ August 6, 2026

1.Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 611 reviews · 5 hours · from $150Our pick

Walk among Magellanic penguins and sea lions on Magdalena and Marta Islands near Punta Arenas, with guides, coffee, and wildlife.

“It was a wonderful experience! The tour was well organized and the staff was friendly and professional. The group was LARGE… about 100 people, but we were the only group on the island so it was manageable and people spread out on the walk. The boat is a pontoon boat that seats 100… Be advised that you float in the surge off of one of the islands to view the sea lions… and there are 30 minute large bus rides to and from the tour office to the boat launch… so if you get motion sickness, definitely take some meds before travel!”

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

/ August 6, 2026

2.Full-Day Whales, Penguins, and Glaciers Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 325 reviews · 14 hours · from $365

Whales, Magellanic penguins, and glaciers in one 14-hour day from Punta Arenas. Long boat ride, warm drinks, close-up ice.

“The ship was comfortable, and during the trip we observed humpback whales, seals, and Magellanic penguins. Glaciar Sarmiento de Gamboa made a great impression. Overall it was an amazing experience.”

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Whale and Glacier Watching from Punta Arenas Francisco Coloane Park

/ August 6, 2026

3.Whale and Glacier Watching from Punta Arenas Francisco Coloane Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 254 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $390Top rated

Whale and glacier day trip from Punta Arenas: humpback whales, Magellan penguins and fjords, plus Santa Inés glacier views. Meals included.

“Great day out, amazing things to see. Whales where marvelous to watch, include a glazier and water fall brill.”

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Punta Arenas: Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins

/ August 6, 2026

4.Full Day Tierra del Fuego & King Penguins

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 179 reviews · 15 hours · from $110

Full-day tour from Punta Arenas to Tierra del Fuego for South America’s only king penguin colony, plus Porvenir and ferry views.

“The trip was fantastic! We saw so much wildlife in addition to the penguins, and our guide was very knowledgeable about the indigenous culture and history of Tierra del Fuego.”

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Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta

/ August 6, 2026

5.Navigation Magdalena Island and Marta

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 164 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Early morning speedboat trip from Punta Arenas to Isla Magdalena and Isla Marta for Magellanic penguins, sea lions, and seabirds, plus hot drinks.

“Was a perfect day to see and walk with the pinguins. We were in ‘penguin heaven’. On the way back we saw dolphin and whale. The staff was very kind”

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Punta Arenas & Strait of Magellan Park Value Excursion

/ August 6, 2026

6.Punta Arenas & Strait of Magellan Park Value Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $227

Small-group Punta Arenas day trip to Fort Bulnes and the Strait of Magellan, plus the municipal cemetery and city viewpoints.

“Juan and the driver were knowledgeable and great to work with. Juan was fluent in English. We visited the fort and even saw a whale swimming by. Juan was well versed in the history of the area from past to present. We stopped by a little family owned restaurant where we sampled the empanadas made by proprietors of the restaurant. Viewed the local architecture, which was mid-century modern. We then went downtown to the look out area and got a panoramic view of the area. Lovely place to visit.”

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Punta Arenas: Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour

/ August 6, 2026

7.Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 131 reviews · 16 hours · from $106Best value

Full-day Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas: Milodon Cave, Grey Beach icebergs, Pehoé views, Salto Grande falls, Laguna Amarga.

“The trip was great, we really enjoyed it also so so many pretty thing! The only thing that was a little bit annoying is having to buy the tickets to the cave and Torres del Paine yourself and that it’s not included in the tour. Furthermore it was really easy to sleep in the van because it was so early. The guide was really nice and funny! The places were absolutely beautiful and you walk for a bit but it’s not a hike everyone could do it. I would really recommend this tour!”

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Full Day Torres del Paine

/ August 6, 2026

8.Full Day Torres del Paine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 16 hours (approx.) · from $136

Full-day Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas with Lake Sarmiento views, Grey Glacier ice floes, Milodon Cave, 5:00 am start.

“Nice one day excursion with lots of view points . You should know there is very little walking in the national park”

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Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

/ August 6, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Walk close to Magellanic penguins on Isla Magdalena, then circle Marta Island by speedboat for sea lions, seabirds, and possible dolphins.

“An early start. Coach then boat, an hour on the island, then boat/coach back. Welcome hot drink when we got back on the boat.”

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Shore Excursion: Magellan Penguins Natural Reserve in Magdalena Island from Punta Arenas

/ August 6, 2026

10.Shore Excursion: Magellan Penguins Natural Reserve in Magdalena Island from Punta Arenas

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 114 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $190

Walk on Magdalena Island to see Magellan penguins, cruise around Marta for sea lions and birds, plus hot drinks on a 5-hour shore trip.

“Very interesting outing to the Magdalena islands lots of Magellan penguins albatros and other birds We saw a few whales along the way ! Very worthwhile also visited Martha Island and the sea lions from the boat great pictures ! Sébastian was a great skipper !”

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Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas

/ August 6, 2026

11.Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 107 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

Early boat trip from Punta Arenas to Magdalena Island for Magellanic penguins, plus lighthouse exhibits and possible sea lion sightings at Isla Marta.

“It was a wonderful learning experience. Rodrigo shared his knowledge of Isla Magdalena and Magellanic penguins. The weather cooperated with no windy conditions and a smooth navigation to the island.”

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Private Torres del Paine & Milodon, departing from Punta Arenas

/ August 6, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $554

Private Torres del Paine and Milodon from Punta Arenas in an early, efficient day, with an English guide, Wi-Fi transport, and big scenery.

“Cannot recommend this experience highly enough, both for the park and our guide. Juan doesn’t deliver a scripted lecture like some tours, but rather a free flowing conversation filled with the history, geology, ecology and culture of the Magallanes region that adapted and customized to our interests and itinerary. My only regret is only scheduling a single day to visit Torres del Paine, and already planning a future trip back to Patagonia.”

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Punta Arenas: Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

/ August 6, 2026

13.Full Day Torres del Paine + Milodon Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 73 reviews · 14 hours · from $152

Full-day Torres del Paine plus Milodón Cave from Punta Arenas with hotel pickup, short walks, photo stops, and guided sightseeing for $152.

“Great guide and driver. A long day but got to see the key sights. Worth the money.”

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King Penguin Nature Reserve – Tierra del Fuego Island

/ August 6, 2026

14.King Penguin Nature Reserve – Tierra del Fuego Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 73 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $148

Day trip from Punta Arenas to King Penguin Nature Reserve on Tierra del Fuego, with ferry crossings, ranch history, and a 15 m seaside view.

“We loved our tour! It was amazing seeing the landscape and animals in the Patagonia on the drive. It is a long drive to get there, but it’s well worth it and the driver/guide made it fun! And the ferry breaks it up and it was a good experience. Penguins we’re a highlight! The park is amazing and the workers are so passionate and do incredible work. Stopped at a great place for lunch on the way back which was reasonably priced. Plenty of stops to stretch legs, see some of the oldest ranches in the region, and go to the bathroomz”

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Punta Arenas: Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk

/ August 6, 2026

15.Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 73 reviews · 5 hours · from $209

Punta Arenas boat trip to Magdalena Island for a guided walk at Los Pingüinos Natural Monument, with English narration.

“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 get there on time but no one was there to help us. Someone else told us what to do. The car ferry cost $50 the taxi costs $10 and we paid $230 for what????? Don't waste your money.”

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