“Fantastic excursion! Magnificent sunrise. The dolphins were there.”
Chloe · Canada
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk
On GetYourGuide: “Punta Arenas: Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk”
- Not stated by the operatorfrom Muelle Prat, city centre
- 6:00 AM · 12:30 PMdepartures
- 5 hoursin all · 1 hour ashore
- Magdalena only, no Marta
Quick answer
This Magdalena-only boat tour leaves Muelle Prat at 6:00 AM or 12:30 PM with guides on board and park entry included; at $190 it is the most expensive of the main tours.
- Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 78 reviews; guide 4.7, value for money 4.1.
- Sunrise sailing at 6:00 AM, or 12:30 PM.
- No Marta Island circuit.
- Reviewers mention a "fast ferry" and some motion in the waves.
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk — Book It If
Book it for the sunrise sailing from the city pier; otherwise the cheaper tours give more.
Book it if
- you want a 6:00 AM sunrise crossing from the city
- you want a 12:30 PM option
- guides on board matter to you
Book something else if
- you want the best valuethe speedboat at $160
- you want sea lions on Marta Islandthe speedboat with the Marta circuit
- you'd sail even laterthe catamaran at 1:30 PM
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk — the Day
Tap a stop to see it on the map
The operator doesn't state the crossing time, so this day isn't drawn to scale.
What Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk Includes
- Boat trip to Magdalena Island
- Bilingual guides on board
- Port taxes
- Los Pingüinos Natural Monument entrance fee
- Food
- Drinks
- Tips
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk Reviews
4.478 reviews
GetYourGuide · 12 Oct 2026
GetYourGuide · 12 Oct 2026
“We got very close to the penguins and their young.”
Sven
“If you get seasick easily, the ferry's movement in the waves could be an issue.”
Andrea
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk Meeting Point
Muelle Prat (Arturo Prat Pier) on the Punta Arenas waterfront for the 6:00 AM and 12:30 PM sailings. The listing also names Terminal Tres Puentes for a 10:00 AM sailing that wasn't offered on the date we checked.
Punta Arenas Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk FAQ
How much is the Magdalena Island Navigation and Penguin Walk?
It cost $190 per adult for 20 October 2026 — the listing shows $200 with 5% off. That makes it the most expensive of the four main tours; the speedboat tour is $160. Check live dates.
What time does it leave?
6:00 AM or 12:30 PM from Muelle Prat on the date we checked. The listing also describes a 10:00 AM sailing from Terminal Tres Puentes, which wasn't offered that day.
Does it include Marta Island?
No, this tour visits Magdalena Island only. For sea lions on Marta Island, the speedboat tour circles it by boat.
Is the park entrance fee included?
Yes, along with port taxes and bilingual guides on board. Food, drinks and tips are extra.
Is it rough on the boat?
Reviewers mention motion in the waves; take seasickness tablets before boarding if you are prone to it.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free cancellation up to 24 hours before through GetYourGuide.
Is it worth the higher price?
Its value-for-money score (4.1) is the lowest of the main tours. Book it for the 6:00 AM sunrise sailing or the 12:30 PM slot; otherwise the $160 tours offer as much or more. Check live dates.
Where does it start?
Muelle Prat, the main pier on the Punta Arenas waterfront.