Punta Norte
A sea lion habitat at the northern tip of the peninsula, one of the few places in the world where you can see orcas charge onto the beach to hunt pup sea lions.
The coast at Punta Norte is home to large colonies of South American sea lions and some breeding elephant seals, and viewing paths are built along the cliffs. Each year from March to April, at high tide, orcas deliberately charge onto the beach to snatch young sea lions. It is a classic scene in wildlife documentaries, but it requires long waits and some luck. There is a small visitor center and a ranger station. Located in the north of the peninsula, about 75 km from Puerto Pirámides on gravel roads, day-tour groups usually stop here for about an hour. Going down to the beach is prohibited in the viewing area.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–20:00 (varies by season)
Nearby sights
- Caleta Valdés
- Península Valdés
- Punta Delgada Lighthouse
- Puerto Pirámides
- Istmo Carlos Ameghino Interpretation Center
- Cerro Avanzado
- Punta Loma Sea Lion Reserve
- El Doradillo