Marine Life Watching: Tours, Prices & Schedules

Q: What type of boat is used for the Marine Life Watching?

This trip is done on an open, motorized speedboat with a technical capacity of 20–22 passengers plus crew, or on a Zodiac boat with capacity for 8 passengers, used when there are fewer travelers. As both vessels are open, we recommend bringing a windbreaker or rain jacket, hat, gloves, and sunscreen (yes, even on cloudy days). If conditions get rough, we adjust speed and seating to keep everyone safe.

Q: How to book Marine Life Watching?

You can book Marine Life Watching online through Nomades.com, the largest tour booking platform in Chile. Just go to the activity page, choose the date, number of passengers, and pay online by credit card, bank transfer, or using a 10% deposit to pay the rest at destination.

Q: How far in advance should I book Marine Life Watching?

The tour Marine Life Watching can be booked up to 1 days before the departure date. However, we recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.

Q: Is a minimum number of people required for Marine Life Watching to be confirmed?

Yes, the tour Marine Life Watching requires a minimum of 2 people to be confirmed. If the minimum is not reached, we will contact you to offer alternatives or a refund.

Take the Marine Life Watching and visit the Cabo San Isidro, where you will see southern dolphins, sea lions and black-browed albatrosses.

All year round Free cancellation Free rescheduling

Price per person

CLP$ 265.000

Duration

6 hours and a half

Schedules

7:00 am to 2:00 pm

Minimum passengers

From 2 people

Includes

Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
Shared transportation
Navigation
Food
Kokatat dry suit
Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)

Restrictions

Not allowed for pregnant women
Minimum age required of 14 years old

Weather

Subject to weather conditions

What to bring

Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Snack
Water
Change of clothes
Winter hat and gloves for the cold

Description

Embark on the Marine Wildlife Watching Tour from Punta Arenas and discover the natural richness of the Strait of Magellan, home to Peale’s dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds such as black-browed albatrosses.

The adventure begins with a transfer to Bahía Voces, where we will enjoy breakfast and prepare the necessary equipment for the Zodiac boat navigation.

During the journey around Cabo San Isidro, you will have the chance to watch playful Peale’s dolphins, swimming alongside the boat or making spectacular jumps just a few meters away.

Throughout the trip, you may also spot sea lions, petrels, albatrosses, and even penguins, while enjoying the majestic Patagonian seascapes before returning to Punta Arenas.

*While the probability of sighting is very high, please note that nature is unpredictable, so sightings are not 100% guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What type of boat is used for the Marine Life Watching?

How to book Marine Life Watching?

How far in advance should I book Marine Life Watching?

Is a minimum number of people required for Marine Life Watching to be confirmed?