Puerto Madryn Travel

Founded in 1865 by a group of Welsh immigrants, Puerto Madryn serves as a gateway to the abundant marine life of Argentina’s Patagonian coast.

It’s best to plan your visit to Puerto Madryn around the wildlife. While different species are present at any given time of the year, September through March offers the most abundant sightings.

Southern right whale breaching before sandstone cliffs, Peninsula Valdés Argentina

Why visit Puerto Madryn?

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    The area’s star attraction is whale watching: orcas beach themselves to hunt for sea lion pups, and southern right whales venture remarkably close to shore.

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    There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.

  • Sketch of a diver wearing a snorkel.

    We go deep

    We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.

  • Sketch of a flashlight held in a person's hand.

    We keep it honest

    Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.

  • Sketch of an umbrella with decorative fringe.

    We’ve got it covered

    Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.

  • Sketch of a telescope pointed at the stars.

    We know it’s personal

    There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.