The port of Puerto Madryn was founded in 1865 by Welsh settlers. Nearby, The City of Pensula Valdés is a sanctuary for wild animals. It is possible to admire whales, penguins, elephant seals. The city as such has very little to offer visitors.
Puerto Madryn Argentina
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Tips
A 10% tip will be appreciated in restaurants. US$5 will be appreciated for taxi rides from the airport to the centre of the city.
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Currency
ARSArgentine peso - The Argentine peso is very volatile. It is therefore not possible to exchange them in Canada before (and after) your trip. Some ATMs will allow you to make withdrawals. Fees can be high. Alternatively, you can bring U.S. dollars and exchange them at the bank. The U.S. dollar is also accepted by many shops.
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Time difference
UTC: -4
from New York: +1h
from San Francisco: +3h
from London: -4h
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Weather
| Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
|---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
| January | 1457 2068 2781 | 492.00 |
| February | 1356 1967 2780 | 532.00 |
| March | 1152 1763 2476 | 542.25 |
| April | 847 1458 2169 | 562.25 |
| May | 541 1051 1661 | 632.50 |
| June | 337 846 1355 | 662.50 |
| July | 236 745 1355 | 632.50 |
| August | 337 947 1558 | 592.25 |
| September | 540 1151 1763 | 582.25 |
| October | 744 1356 2068 | 592.25 |
| November | 1049 1661 2475 | 512.00 |
| December | 1254 1865 2679 | 482.00 |
Where is located the Port of Puerto Madryn Cruise Terminal
Puerto Madryn has two piers. One is located directly in the centre of the city and the other is located just over 6 KM from the city in a deep golf course. Generally, you will dock at the Alte Storni pier. A shuttle will transport you from the ship to the entrance to the port.Travelling around the Puerto Madryn Cruise Port
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The center of the city is within walking distance from the Luis Piedrabuena wharf.
From the Almirante Storni wharf, it is not advisable to try to walk to the centre of the city as the area between the port and the centre of the city is not safe.
local_taxiTaxis are available at the port. To get to the centre of the city, it will cost about US$5 from Almirante Storni Wharf. It is possible to negotiate a taxi tour in order to visit the tourist attractions of the region.
If you choose to rent a car, compare prices and save with rentalcars.com.
Activities in Puerto Madryn
Nature
Valdès Peninsula
Protected nature reserve. You will see many animal species throughout the year.
- The visitor centre presents an exhibition on the park, its fauna and flora.
- Caleta Valdés: colony of elephant seals (165km from Puerto Madryn)
- Puerto Pirumides: the only village in the peninsula. Watch sea lions and whales. (92km from Puerto Madryn)
- Estancia San Lorenzo as Magellan Penguin colony
- Punta Norte: a colony of elephant seals, seabirds and orcas. 160km from Puerto Madryn)
Punta Tombo
The largest nesting site for Magellanic penguins in mainland South America. Nearly 500,000 penguins can be found there between November and March. (174km from Puerto Madryn)
Punta Loma Natural Reserve
A watchtower allows you to observe a colony of sea lions. Cormorants, guanacos, armadillos and foxes can also be observed. (15km from Puerto Madryn)
Activities
Gaiman Village
80km from Puerto Madryn, this village is still steeped in the heritage of Welsh settlers. Tea rooms, red brick houses and museums that trace their history are the attractions of this village.
Excursions in Puerto Madryn
- Museum of Paleontology
- Kayaking with sea lions
- Observation of Toninas (dolphins)
