Peninsula Valdés Biosphere Reserve Travel Guide

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Spotted a mother southern right whale and her calf in gulfo nuevo near Puerto Madryn, Argentina. Timed the photo perfectly to capture a double rainbow from the blowhole spray. It was crazy how close the whale got to our boat. Ended up getting covered in whale mucus. #LifeAtExpedia
Spotted a mother southern right whale and her calf in gulfo nuevo near Puerto Madryn, Argentina. Timed the photo perfectly to capture a double rainbow from the blowhole spray. It was crazy how close the whale got to our boat. Ended up getting covered in whale mucus. #LifeAtExpedia
Puerto Madryn is protected by the Golfo Nuevo, which is formed by the Península Valdés and the Punta Ninfas. It is an important centre for tourists visiting the natural attractions of the Península Valdés and the coast. The coastline is inhabited by marine mammals, like sea lions, elephant seals and fur seals. Southern right whales can be found in Golfo Nuevo and Golfo San José, protected bodies of water located between the peninsula and the Patagonian mainland. These baleen whales come here between May and December, for mating and giving birth, because the water in the gulf is quieter and warmer than in the open sea. Orcas can be found off the coast, in the open sea off the peninsula. In this area, they are known to beach themselves on shore to capture sea lions and elephant seals. The inner part of the peninsula is inhabited by rheas, guanacos and maras. A high diversity and range of birds live in the peninsula as well; at least 181 bird species, 66 of which migratory, live in the area, including the Antarctic pigeon.
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Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

4 out of 5
Boulevard Almirante Brown 637 Puerto Madryn Chubut
The price is AU$166 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$166
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Calesita and Puerto Madryn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)
Excellent location, very clean, great staff! The breakfast every day has a large selection of food to choose from!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn
Hotel Territorio

Hotel Territorio

4 out of 5
Boulevard Alte G Brown 3251 Puerto Madryn Chubut
The price is AU$155 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
AU$155
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Centro de Interpretacion de Gales and El Indio ...
9/10 Wonderful! (144 reviews)
Thank you for a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hotel Territorio
Rayentray Grand Hotel

Rayentray Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Bv. Almte Brown 2889 Puerto Madryn Chubut
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$183
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Puerto Madryn Beach and Centro de Interpretacion ...
Rayentray Grand Hotel
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Departamentos Santa Monica

Departamentos Santa Monica

3 out of 5
307 Marcos A. Zar Puerto Madryn Chubut
Stay at this apartment in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Puerto Madryn Plaza and Calesita are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Departamento Santa Mónica
Excelente ubicación. Buen trato con los clientes. Buena disposición para consultas y atención.

Reviewed on 13 July 2021

Departamentos Santa Monica
Complejo 21 de Enero - Luz y Fuerza

Complejo 21 de Enero - Luz y Fuerza

3 out of 5
3750 Julio Verne Puerto Madryn Chubut
Stay at this cottage in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions EcoCentro and El Indio Statue are located ...
Complejo 21 de Enero - Luz y Fuerza
Ramada Residences by Wyndham Puerto Madryn CQ Mitre

Ramada Residences by Wyndham Puerto Madryn CQ Mitre

4 out of 5
754 Bartolomé Mitre Puerto Madryn Chubut
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Calesita and Puerto Madryn Plaza ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
We had to change our flight and would arrive a day later than planned. We attempted to reach out the hotel to coordinate but got no answer. When we finally arrived, no one was there and we were informed through Expedia that the hotel considered us late and cancelled our reservation. So we were stuck ...

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Ramada Residences by Wyndham Puerto Madryn CQ Mitre
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Puerto Madryn Beach showing a sunset as well as a couple

Puerto Madryn Beach

Enjoy long walks, beautiful panoramic views of the Golfo Nuevo, picturesque sunrises and wildlife-spotting opportunities at this sweeping urban beach.

Puerto Madryn Beach

El Doradillo Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Doradillo Beach during your travels in Puerto Madryn? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

El Doradillo Beach

Puerto Madryn Plaza

Find out about the history of Puerto Madryn when you take a trip to Puerto Madryn Plaza. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Puerto Madryn Plaza

Puerto Piramides Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Puerto Piramides Beach during your travels in Puerto Pirámides? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Puerto Piramides Beach

Provincial Museum of Natural Science and Oceanography

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Provincial Museum of Natural Science and Oceanography during your trip to Puerto Madryn. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Provincial Museum of Natural Science and Oceanography

Gems Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Gems Museum during your trip to Puerto Madryn. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Gems Museum

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