Puerto Madryn
Enjoy living nature in Patagonia Argentina
Puerto Madryn is an ideal starting point to explore Patagonia and its unique natural landscapes.
It is located on the Atlantic coast of the province of Chubut, in the northeast of it. It is located on the coast of Golfo Nuevo, a natural bay in the Atlantic Ocean, and is known for its beautiful beaches and rich marine life.
The city is visited by thousands of tourists who arrive year after year to witness whale watching. It also offers a variety of activities such as diving, sport fishing, kayaking and windsurfing.
From there you can take the opportunity to visit nearby cities such as Trelew, the provincial capital, or Rawson, where you can discover different paleontological museums with fossil remains from prehistoric times.
What can you do if you travel to Puerto Madryn?
Puerto Madryn is one of the best places in the world to watch whales. Between June and December, thousands of southern right whales migrate from Antarctica to the Argentine coast to mate and give birth to their calves. You can watch the show from the beach or take a boat tour to enjoy it up close.
Península Valdés is a natural reserve declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, located about 100 km from Puerto Madryn. Here you can find different species of marine fauna from penguins, sea lions and elephant seals to killer whales, as well as a wide variety of birds.
In the Peninsula area you can also visit the town of Puerto Pirámides, ideal for activities such as snorkeling, kayaking and cycling on the beach and around the town.
Puerto Madryn has several beautiful beaches, such as El Doradillo, Paraná beach, Las Canteras or Kaiser beach. They are ideal for enjoying the sun, the sea and water activities.
Puerto Madryn offers a unique diving experience, especially in El Doradillo Natural Protected Area, where you can swim with sea lions, dolphins and other marine species.
The city has a varied cultural offer. You can tour the Oceanographic Museum and the Provincial Museum of Natural Sciences or witness festivals such as the National Lamb Festival and the National Southern Right Whale Festival, depending on the time of the year you go. In addition, the local cuisine is very rich, with dishes based on fresh seafood and fish, worthy of savoring.