Peninsula Valdés Biosphere Reserve

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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 featuring a sunset as well as a couple
Patagonia Region featuring a city and tranquil scenes

Peninsula Valdés Biosphere Reserve is a great place to begin your sightseeing in Chubut Province. Naturally, there are loads more attractions worth adding to your must-do list nearby. Puerto Piramides Beach is also a favorite with tourists.

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

Dazzler by Wyndham Puerto Madryn

4 out of 5
Boulevard Almirante Brown 637 Puerto Madryn Chubut
$118 nightly
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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 Nov 29, 2025

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Hotel Tolosa

Hotel Tolosa

3.5 out of 5
Roque Saenz Peña 253 Puerto Madryn
$69 nightly
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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 Dec 23, 2025

Hotel Tolosa
Rayentray Grand Hotel

Rayentray Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Bv. Almte Brown 2889 Puerto Madryn Chubut
$140 nightly
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$140 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
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8.6/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)
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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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions EcoCentro and El Indio Statue are located ...
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EXPERIENCIA CQ MITRE

EXPERIENCIA CQ MITRE

4 out of 5
754 Bartolomé Mitre Puerto Madryn Chubut
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Reviewed on May 31, 2024

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Patagonia Apart Hotel

Patagonia Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Albarracin 45 Puerto Madryn Chubut
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