Fly south to the city of Trelew, where your private guide will take you to Punta Tombo, the largest Magellanic Penguin colony in the world. Walk among the penguins as they make their way between their colony and the ocean. Afterward, drive north to your hotel in Puerto Madryn, a place with excellent views of the Golfo Nuevo and occasional sightings of the migrating Southern Right Whales (between June and December).

Enjoy a private ride to Peninsula Valdes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional marine life and fauna. From June to December you can board a zodiac boat and head out to observe one of the largest concentrations of Southern Right Whales in the world. Dolphins, orcas, sea lions, and other wildlife may also be viewed during your excursion. The animals migrate at different times of the year. Just let us know when you’d like to travel, and we’ll let you know what you can expect to see!

Take advantage of the many excursions offered by your estancia, including a hike to a nearby Elephant Seal colony. A wide variety of other wildlife also makes its home on the Peninsula Valdes and can be observed during your excursions, including guanacos, Patagonian hares, and rhea (ostrich-like birds).

Head back to Trelew in the morning, stopping en route at a traditional Welsh tea house. The Welsh have a long history in the area and have left their mark on the area’s culture and architecture. Afterward board your flight to El Calafate, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park in Argentine Patagonia. Head deep into the scenic countryside to your traditional estancia, a favorite among our travelers. Bordering the national park, this estancia offers a view into traditional Patagonian life and access to some rarely-visited and beautiful areas of Argentine Patagonia.

Enjoy a unique excursion to the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier. You won’t just view the glacier from a distance – you’ll take a catamaran ride to the front of the glacier and do a short hike on the ice itself. (Crampons will be provided; this is a non-technical and non-strenuous walking excursion. We can also arrange more challenging and strenuous treks on the glacier.) Afterward, visit the viewing areas for great views of the glacier before returning to your estancia for a traditional Patagonian asado dinner.

Enjoy a day to explore your estancia. This is an outstanding area for hiking and horseback riding, and the staff at Nibepo Aike will take you riding or help you find the best trails to hike. There are also typical ranching activities that vary by day, such as sheep-shearing.

Today you will say goodbye to your local guide and head to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.