Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn
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4.8/5
Based on 39 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn worth booking?
Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn is a 5-hour experience in Puerto Madryn, Argentina, from $120 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 39 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (39)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $120 per person
This excursion is designed especially for cruise passengers arriving at Puerto Madryn, such as the following: PLANCIUS, WORLD NAVIGATOR, VIKING JUPITER, AIDASOL, OOSTERDAM, ISLAND SKY, MAJESTIC PRINCESS, NORWEGIAN STAR,
What you get
About this experience
This excursion is designed especially for cruise passengers arriving at Puerto Madryn, such as the following: PLANCIUS, WORLD NAVIGATOR, VIKING JUPITER, AIDASOL, OOSTERDAM, ISLAND SKY, MAJESTIC PRINCESS, NORWEGIAN STAR, COSTA DELIZIOSA, ARTANIA, MSC MAGNIFICA, MARINA, VASCO DA GAMA, ODISSEY, SAPPHIRE PRINCESS, RIVIERA, QUEEN VICTORIA, CRYSTAL SERENITY, AZAMARA JOURNEY and AMERA. Because we love what we do, we offer tours trying to connect with the needs and tastes of passengers. If you have any special requirements, do not hesitate to contact us that we will evaluate your order. We are an integrated team for sale, administration, drivers and guides at your disposal. As soon as you hire we will provide you with whats app so that we are connected 24hrs. We work with all the tours available in our city, in this way we can organize your departures always taking into account factors such as tides, wind and weather in general looking for your experience to be beautiful
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- ENTRY TO THE RESERVATION
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino
Unmissable this interpretation center where we will be explained about the flora and fauna of this wonderful world heritage site called Península Valdés. Next, we have a tower to observe the island of the birds and understand the crush of the aviator and writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Was it a hat or a cobra that ate an elephant?
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Puerto Piramides
Puerto Pirámides is a small spa village located within the Valdés Peninsula Protected Natural Area, above the New Gulf, and is the only urban center within this UNESCO World Heritage-listed reserve. It is characterized by its pyramid-like cliffs, wide beaches and calm waters, and a strong orientation to nature tourism and outdoor activities.
180 minutes here
Later we continue our trip to Caleta Valdés where we can see an elephant and sea lion roost from the viewpoint walkways. Here we will be patient, hoping to be lucky enough to be surprised by the approach of orcas, since it is the best place in the world to see their intentional stranding technique for feeding. It has a hostel, toilets, and trails.
60 minutes here
Puerto Madryn
After the visit to the reserve we begin the return to Puerto Madryn where if time is enough we can take a city tour to present the most important points of our beautiful coastal city. We will adapt the tour by offering the Worry Free system, you enjoy that we will be responsible for the times, for this it is possible that we alter the itinerary or if necessary we do not do any of the points.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Animal Travel
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 39 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
39 verified traveler reviews for Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must ask for Mariana!!
Such a fantastic day! It was a small group tour to peninsula Valdez and Mariana was amazing. She speaks great English, is one of the most knowledgeable guides I’ve ever toured with, and has such a positive passionate vibe about her. She made the day so fun!
via Viator
Fantastic Tour
Fantastic Tour to Peninsular Valdès. Our guide Hugo and driver Nicolas were fantastic and spotted plenty of wild life for us to see, we even got to see some orcas which was truly amazing. I would highly recommend Animal Travel.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience in Península Valdés and that you were able to see orcas. It’s great to know that Hugo and Nicolás made the tour even more enjoyable.
via Tripadvisor
A must do tour highly recommend it
This was a great experience we were lucky to see plenty of wildlife and extremely fortunate to see 3 ocha’s Victor and Ugo were brilliant, Ugo was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the area and wildlife Thank you
via Viator
Just the tour to see an amazing range of animals and birds.
This was anexcellent tour Our guide Ugo was well organised and gave us a an interesting and informative commentary over the whole day. We left at 7.30 before the tour buses. Our mini bus was modern and clean. We saw almost every animal we had hoped to see including Guanacos, Patagonia Maras hares,Grey fox, Elephant seals, Sea Lions and of course the Magellanic penguins. We had plenty of bathroom stops and a nice packed lunch. We never felt rushed and stopped often for photos. We were back in town in time to do a tour of the town.We struck a beautiful fine sunny day which was the icing on the cake. An excellent tour and one we would definitely recommend.
via Viator
Excellent shore excursion
This was a very well organized shore excursion from Puerto Madryn. We were met at the pier where we paid the $35 per person national park fee in U.S. dollars. The tour revolved around seeing wildlife, and our tour guide, Jorge, was excellent at explaining all the animals at the viewing points. Our driver, Victor, also helped by stopping on the road when there was land animals in site, including guanacos, merino sheep, and rheas. We were served a box lunch and 3 bottles of water. We were returned to the pier in time to board our cruise ship. We truly enjoyed this tour!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 14
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Madryn.
How much does Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn cost?
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Prices start at $120 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puerto Madryn usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Puerto Madryn is not rushed.
Is Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 39 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Puerto Madryn, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn?
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Around 14 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Puerto Madryn can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Puerto Madryn and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Shore Tours Peninsula Valdes Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Puerto Madryn within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Puerto Madryn?
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On Outty we rank every Puerto Madryn experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best of Peninsula Valdés in one day, Shore Tours Punta Tombo Cruise Ship Passengers Puerto Madryn, Snorkeling with Sea Lions by Madryn Buceo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Madryn?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Puerto Madryn?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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