Puerto Madryn

A gateway to the whales, penguins, the Valdes Peninsula and Welsh traditions,
Puerto Madryn amazes the tourist right at the very first sight. It is one of the most vibrant cities in Patagonia, with a beautiful coastal avenue overlooking the huge natural amphitheater of Nuevo Gulf.

It was founded on the 28th. of July of 1865, date of arrival of 150 Welsh immigrants aboard the “Mimosa” that called this natural harbor “Puerto Madryn” after Loves Jones Parry, who was the Baron of Madryn in the country of Wales.

The settlement became effective when Welsh, Italian and Spanish immigrants built the railroad from Madryn to Trelew.

Punta Tombo: More than a million Magellan Penguins in Patagonia

Punta Tombo is the most important Magellan Penguins colony within continental Patagonia. More than a million of them arrive at this place every year in order to breed. Learn how can you make the most of your visit to the...

Southern Whale N.M.

Due to their slow motion, and the fact that they float when they die, these cetaceans have suffered the worst pressure during the commercial exploitation that took place between the 17 th and the 20 th centuries. The International Convention...

How to arrive in Puerto Madryn?

You can get to Puerto Madryn by plane, bus or car. In any case there are some indications to take into account. For air transportation, the city of Trelew (60 Km. from Madryn) has got a modern international airport, with regular flights from several companies in Argentina. The...

Weather conditions in Puerto Madryn (average)

A wide temperature range and the almost constant winds characterize the weather in Puerto Madryn. Weather in Puerto Madryn In summer it is hot during the day, it can reach 40 º C, but always cool at night. Winter temperatures are low but there is no snow. Note that in Puerto Madryn latitude the ozone...

Fauna Seasons at Valdes Peninsula

To organize your visit to Puerto Madryn it is important to know the seasons of wildlife watching Whales: May to December. The highest gathering is during October. Sea Elephants: All year long. The breeding season is between December and March. Sea Lions: All year...

What to pack?

When packing you must not forget that Puerto Madryn is a maritime city. In summer you must have beach clothing, something light and sandals to wear during the day and warm clothes for the fresh nights. In winter the best recommendation is to wear...

What to eat in Puerto Madryn?

The food you have to taste at Puerto Madryn is the great variety of fresh fish and shellfish. There are many restaurants on the coastal avenue, but we recommend looking for a port bar in the fishing port. You will find very fresh fish and authentic atmosphere! You can...

What to buy in Puerto Madryn?

Welsh cake is the most typical souvenir from this region, a creation of Welsh immigrants when they first arrived to these lands. There are also good loom-woven clothes, with handmade wool and dyed with seaweed and bush dyes. Another option is...

Where to travel during summer in Argentina?

In summer, Argentina, offers many and varied options to enjoy. Its extensive territory contains a great wealth of landscapes, climates and emotions to experience. Today we offer a short list of emblematic destinations that you can combine according to the...

Scuba diving in Puerto Madryn

In Puerto Madryn you will find everything you need for an excellent diving experience: guides, equipment, boats, safety ... and the essential: a sea full of surprises like only Patagonia can offer Puerto Madryn, by tradition, by project and effort,...

Orcas’ Hunting Method

The orcas’ population in the Argentine Atlantic Patagonia consists of only 32 specimens; however, they are not of little importance, as they have arisen scientific interest due to their heterodox hunting method -  intentional stranding. These cetaceans intentionally strand on...

Penguin Interpretation Center of Punta Tombo

The Penguin Interpretation Center of Punta Tombo, nestled in the  wildlife reserve, was built without altering either nature or landscape. To get to Punta Tombo, the largest continental reserve of Magellanic penguins it is necessary to travel about 120 km....

Welsh History Is Still Alive in Patagonia

There always is a pretext in order to submerge ourselves into the tradition of the welsh colonies in the south of Argentina, and the discovery of the remains of a 1850 ship is a more than sufficient reason to dedicate...

Whales in the Bay

Vida Silvestre Foundation (a partner of WWF) introduces the Whales in the Bay Project, created to prevent whales and vessels from colliding in the Nueva Bay located in the Valdés peninsula. By the end of 1999, Valdés Peninsulawas listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO,...

Scuba diving in Patagonia

Patagonia allows you to practice scuba diving in the waters of the Atlantic, in the Beagle Channel, the heart of the "End of the world", or in the blue depths of Nahuel Huapi, in the region of the Andean lakes....

Trelew

Even if your final destination is the renowned Peninsula de Valdés, you cannot bypass the traditions and attractions that you will find in the city of Trelew. This is the neuralgic center of the area. Most bus companies and airline...

NatGeo: Patagonia is the best place for Whale Watching

This is the conclusion reached by the experts at National Geographic. After conducting a survey about the best whale watching places in the world to spot these huge cetaceans, Argentina charted at the top according to NatGeo. The list also...

Southern Whales and Commerson’s Dolphins

Southern Right Whales and Commerson's dolphins share the habitat in the area of ?? Valdés Peninsula. Know them in detail and enjoy your visit to this natural sanctuary. The Southern Whale Whales are mammals perfectly adapted to sea life. They...

Curiosities on the Whales

Did you know that the whales don't form couples but mating groups? Why are the whales the species with the biggest testicles in the animal kingdom? Why can it be said that whales are giant water filtering machines? What are...

Biggest Dinosaur on Earth found in Patagonia

Remains of a dinosaur were found in Chubut territory. It is the biggest in the world. Researchers at the Museo Egidio Feruglio (MEF ), Trelew, found the nearly complete remains of the largest dinosaur skeleton found so far in the World with...

Welsh Tea and Memories of Lady Di in Gaiman

Very close to Puerto Madryn and the whales there is an exotic and special corner of Patagonia: Gaiman, land of the Welsh, full of traditions, old and new, as those arising out from the visit of Lady Di, Princess of Wales. This article will inform you of...

Getting to know the Magellan Penguins

The Magellan Penguins are migratory sea birds that arrive during Spring at the Patagonian coasts During the cold months they travel more than 3000 Km. up to the Brazilian coasts in search of warmer waters. They build their nests near...

Whale Watching in Patagonia Argentina

Whale watching season in  Patagonia extends from May to early December, being September and October the best months Reproduction rituals are the powerful force that summons the whales. This wonderful show of nature  grows every year, thanks to the protection...

Orca Project

Orca Project is a program of observation and study of killer whales (Orcas) behaviour in their natural state. It was begun in Puerto Madryn, Patagonia Argentina, in 1975. Among other activities, this project has identified, named and coded each Orca that it...

Gaiman, the Welsh town in Patagonia

Gaiman, a small village located at the Lower Valley of Chubut River, is the symbol of Welsh colonization in Patagonia. The first settlers arrived in 1865, aboard the Mimosa sailboat. They were looking for a virgin territory to be able to...