Punta Norte Reserve and Caleta Valdés in Península Valdés

Full-day private service with hotel pick-up in Puerto Madryn and transport in a vehicle with driver to Península Valdés, a protected area that is a World Heritage Site. The route reaches the Punta Norte Reserve, about 170 km away, where a colony of single-haired sea lions is observed and, depending on the season, orcas from the shore; and Caleta Valdés, a breeding sector for southern elephant seals. Viewing is coastal, from authorised viewpoints and trails. The visit runs with guide included and admission to the protected area included. The distance involves several hours of road within the peninsula; the return to Puerto Madryn is coordinated at the close of the tour.

What's included

Península Valdés Protected Natural Area admission included

Private transfer from Puerto Madryn with vehicle and driver

Coastal wildlife viewing at Punta Norte Reserve and Caleta Valdés

Guide included

What's not included

Meals not specified in the programme

Tips for driver and guide

Personal expenses

Services not mentioned in this programme

Service information

Wildlife viewing subject to seasonality: orcas from the shore most likely between March and May; elephant seals in breeding season. Wildlife in the wild is not guaranteed. Full day with several hours of road within the peninsula. Guide included. Available languages to be coordinated at the time of booking. Groups of more than 3 passengers: SUV or Minivan.

Booking & policies

Are the prices shown net or retail?

Rates are net (wholesale) and reserved for travel agencies and tour operators, who sign in to see them and add their own margin. Public visitors see an indicative retail “from” price; the net rate is never shown outside the agency portal.

How is a booking confirmed?

Most bookings are confirmed immediately and the voucher is emailed within minutes. When a service shows “In process”, RUMBO LIBRE is confirming final availability with the receptive operator at destination — usually within 24 to 48 business hours.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations follow Clause 7 of the Terms: more than 30 days before the service, no penalty and a full refund; 15 to 30 days, 25%; 8 to 14 days, 50%; 3 to 7 days, 75%; less than 72 hours before commencement or a no-show, 100%. Certain destinations — Patagonia, the Amazon region and high-demand dates in peak season — apply stricter terms, stated in the quotation. The schedule above is indicative: the conditions that apply to each booking are those confirmed in the quotation, and may be stricter in high season, on public holidays or where a supplier applies its own policy.

Can dates or passenger names be changed after confirmation?

Amendment requests must reach RUMBO LIBRE at least 72 business hours before the service begins. Changes are managed with the receptive operator subject to availability, and any resulting rate difference applies. For private services, a name change may require re-issuing the booking at the current rate.