Tickets & tours
All visits require booking a boat from Punta Arenas. Compare speedboat and catamaran options below.
Most bookedSail through the Magellan Strait to Isla Magdalena, Natural Monument Los Pinguinos, which protects more than 120,000 penguins and also a small colony of sea...
Best valueWalk alongside penguins on Isla Magdalena and watch the diverse fauna of Isla Marta Cruise the Strait of Magellan to the Magdalene and Marta Islands. Magdalene Island...
Experience your own ‘March of the Penguins’ on Magdalena Island during a morning tour by boat from Punta Arenas. After cruising across the Strait of Magellan, land on...
Top ratedSail through one of the world’s most legendary sea passages and experience an authentic encounter with the wildlife of Chilean Patagonia. Stroll among thousands of...
Navigate the Strait of Magellan and visit one of Patagonia’s most iconic landmarks: Isla Magdalena, home to a large colony of Magellanic penguins. This catamaran...
What makes this tour truly special is the opportunity to explore one of Patagonia’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Sail through the legendary Strait of Magellan,...
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Compare available boat operators from Punta Arenas.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shore excursion from punta arenas | 5 h | $195 | Compare | 3.4 (118) | cruise ship passengers |
| magdalena and marta islands | 5 h | $144 | Compare | 4.5 (177) | wildlife enthusiasts and families |
| magdalena boat tour | 5 h 30 min | $168 | Compare | 4.2 (112) | a classic morning excursion |
| penguin tour with optional marta | 4 h to 5 h | $192 | Compare | 4.8 (10) | flexible and authentic encounters |
| catamaran tour | 5 h | $140 | Compare | n/a | comfortable catamaran cruising |
| am or pm boat tour | 4 h 30 min | $170 | Compare | 5.0 (3) | flexible morning or afternoon scheduling |
Tours typically cost between $100 and $140 USD. This covers round-trip boat transport from Punta Arenas and the CONAF entrance fee to the natural monument.
Yes. Pre-booking is essential during the high season from October to March. Boat capacity is limited, and tours frequently sell out.
Yes, most ferries and catamarans have basic restrooms on board. There are no public restrooms available on the island itself.
From Viator
118 reviews of the shore excursion from punta arenas on Viator
We had a great time viewing penguins and sea lions. The crew was very helpful and friendly. The ships were comfortable and well suited to the excursion and seas. Note: If you are on a cruise ship make sure the ship does not leave port near the estimated tour return time. We had a people on our tour that had a ship departing at 3:30 pm when the tour was scheduled to get back around the same time. Not smart.
This trip was awesome! Great boat ride out to Marta Island to see the thousands of sea lions and then another boat ride to see the penguins and lighthouse on Magdelina Island. There we were able to get out and walk among the many baby penguins! It was so cool to see! On the boat they gave us hot chocolate and cookies! Everyone was so nice, knowledgeable and accommodating.
What a wonderful experience! The team were attentive, informative and undeniably passionate about their work. It was a privilege to see the Magellanic penguins and sea lions, made better by the team’s own respect and awe of the wildlife.
