Snorkel with wild South American sea lions at Punta Loma near Puerto Madryn, on the doorstep of Argentina's Península Valdés, where a colony of about 600 animals lets curious juveniles twirl around you. A short boat ride reaches the reserve, where in-water time is capped at around 40 minutes to protect the colony, and wetsuits keep you warm and afloat even if you cannot swim. Snorkelling runs year-round, best from September to April when the water is warmer and clearer.
Snorkel with wild South American sea lions at Punta Loma near Puerto Madryn, on the doorstep of Argentina's Península Valdés, where a colony of about 600 animals lets curious juveniles twirl around you. A short boat ride reaches the reserve, where in-water time is capped at around 40 minutes to protect the colony, and wetsuits keep you warm and afloat even if you cannot swim. Snorkelling runs year-round, best from September to April when the water is warmer and clearer.
Up to 90% sighting chance in Península Valdés (Patagonia, Argentina). Best months: January, December, February.
Yes, at the Punta Loma reserve near Puerto Madryn, on guided snorkel trips with a wild colony of around 600 South American sea lions; in-water time is limited to about 40 minutes.
Year-round, but September to April brings warmer water and better visibility, and spring sees juveniles come close to shore.
No, the thick wetsuits give positive buoyancy, so the trip suits non-swimmers aged about 6 and up under guide supervision.
About 17 km from Puerto Madryn, then a short boat ride to the diving and snorkelling area at Punta Loma.
