Península Valdés
A peninsula jutting into the South Atlantic and a UNESCO World Heritage natural site, where southern right whales, elephant seals, sea lions, Magellanic penguins and orcas gather.
The peninsula covers about 3,600 square km and connects to the mainland through the narrow Carlos Ameghino Isthmus. It was added to the World Heritage List in 1999. The classic one-day loop is about 400 km: from the Isthmus visitor center to Puerto Pirámides for whale watching by boat, then to Caleta Valdés for elephant seals and penguins, and finally to Punta Norte for sea lions and orcas. Entry requires a protected area fee, about 15,000–20,000 pesos for foreigners, which is subject to change. Most of the peninsula’s roads are gravel, so it is best to join a tour or drive slowly. Gas stations are only in Puerto Pirámides. The coordinates are set at the center of the peninsula.
Opening hours
Reserve approx. 08:00–20:00 (seasonally adjusted)
Nearby sights
- Caleta Valdés
- Puerto Pirámides
- Punta Delgada Lighthouse
- Punta Norte
- Istmo Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center
- Cerro Avanzado
- Punta Loma Sea Lion Reserve
- El Doradillo