“Incredible day and incredible experience walking with penguins and then seeing some seals, even an elephant seal!”
Joseph · Canada
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island from Punta Arenas
On GetYourGuide: “Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island”
- 45–50 min each wayfrom Laredo Bay pier (check-in at José Nogueira 1255)
- 6:30 AM onlydepartures
- 5 hoursin all · 1 hour ashore
- Marta circuit, ~30 min by boat
Quick answer
This is the most-booked Magdalena Island tour: a 45–50 minute speedboat crossing, one hour among the penguins and a 30-minute boat circuit of Marta Island for sea lions, for $160.
- 699 reviews, rated 4.6 out of 5; guide 4.7, value for money 4.3.
- The only main tour that circles Marta Island.
- 6:30 AM start only; back in the city around 11:30 AM.
- Coffee and park entry included; hotel pickup is not.
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island — Book It If
The best all-round choice unless you need an afternoon sailing or hotel pickup.
Book it if
- you want the shortest time at sea
- you want to see sea lions as well as penguins
- you value hundreds of reviews over a new listing
Book something else if
- you can't make a 6:30 AM startthe catamaran at 1:30 PM
- you want hotel pickupthe new pier tour, Plus option
- you get badly seasick on small boatsthe larger catamaran
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island — the Day
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By roadOn the waterOn the islandMarta, by boat
- 1Office · José Nogueira 1255
- 2Laredo Bay pier
- 3Magdalena Island
- 4Marta Island circuit by boat
- 5Plaza de Armas
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Source: itinerary on the GetYourGuide listing, checked 12 Oct 2026.
Check the next 6:30 AM sailingWhat Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island Includes
- Boat to Magdalena and Marta islands
- Coffee service
- Bilingual guide (English, Spanish)
- Park entrance fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food
- Tips
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments or heart problems, or wheelchair users. Bring your passport or ID.
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island Reviews
4.6699 reviews
GetYourGuide · 12 Oct 2026
GetYourGuide · 12 Oct 2026
“Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable guides made the experience special”
Nick
“Sunny day, not so windy. Perfect for walking and take pictures.”
Swami
GetYourGuide's review summary mentions smoother check-in and clearer advance updates as the main wishes.
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island Meeting Point
Meet at the local partner's office, José Nogueira 1255, Punta Arenas, 10 minutes before 6:30 AM. The tour ends at Plaza de Armas, a short walk from most central hotels.
Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island FAQ
How much is the Walk with Penguins on Magdalena and Marta Island tour?
It cost $160 per adult at checkout for 20 October 2026, though the listing showed "from $152" with the $160 price struck through. The price includes the boat, a bilingual guide, coffee and the park entrance fee. Check the live calendar for your date. Check live dates.
Do you land on Marta Island?
No. The boat circles Marta Island for about 30 minutes so you can watch sea lions and cormorants from the water; CONAF prohibits landing there.
What time does the tour start and finish?
Check-in is at 6:30 AM at José Nogueira 1255, and the tour lasts about five hours, ending at Plaza de Armas around late morning. There is no afternoon departure.
Is there hotel pickup?
No. You walk to the office on José Nogueira, which is central; a bus then takes the group to Laredo Bay port.
Is the speedboat ride rough?
It can be, especially on the way back. Reviewers describe the crossing as "a bit rocky" but safe. Take seasickness tablets before boarding if you are prone to it.
What happens if the weather cancels the tour?
The tour depends on weather. You can cancel free up to 24 hours before; if the operator cancels, you are offered another date or a refund through GetYourGuide.
Is this tour good for children?
Children who can sit through a 50-minute boat ride and walk 1.4 km do well. It isn't suitable for wheelchair users or people with heart problems.
What should I bring?
Your passport or ID, comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus warm, windproof layers for the boat.