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.
Puerto Madryn Beach showing a sunset as well as a couple
Patagonia Region featuring tranquil scenes and a city
Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

4 out of 5
Boulevard Almirante Brown 637 Puerto Madryn Chubut
The price is ₹10,546 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹10,546
₹10,546 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (238 reviews)
Buena ubicación, staff amable, buen desayuno. Lo malo: la entrada son escaleras y no tienen rampa ni a personal pendiente que te ayude con el equipaje. También, los pasillos necesitan mantenimiento.

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn
Hotel Tolosa

Hotel Tolosa

3.5 out of 5
Roque Saenz Peña 253 Puerto Madryn
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Puerto Madryn Plaza and Calesita are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
The staff was super friendly from the moment we entered the door. Every time we asked for something different they complied.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

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Rayentray Grand Hotel

Rayentray Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Bv. Almte Brown 2889 Puerto Madryn Chubut
The price is ₹11,156 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
₹11,156
₹11,156 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (59 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

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Cabañas Las Brisas

Cabañas Las Brisas

3 out of 5
Aaron Jenkins 316 Puerto Madryn Chubut
Stay at this cabin in Puerto Madryn. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Puerto Madryn Beach and Project ...
Es tranquila y tiene todo lo que necesitas, bu n wifi, cable, cocina, etc.

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2023

Cabañas Las Brisas
EXPERIENCIA CQ MITRE

EXPERIENCIA 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 ...
8.2/10 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

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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
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Popular places to visit

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

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

EcoCentro

You can spend time studying the exhibits at EcoCentro during your travels in Puerto Madryn. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

EcoCentro

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

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