Kayaking with Whales in the Marine Park Fco. Coloane - Full Day


What is it about?

Embark on a unique and unparalleled experience in the heart of Patagonia! Our adventure begins in Punta Arenas, where you'll travel to km 50 south to set sail from Bahía Carrera. You'll sail through the spectacular Francisco Coloane Marine Park, home to incredible biodiversity: humpback whales, sea lions, cormorants, skuas, petrels, and albatrosses, all framed by a stunning landscape of mountains and forests. But the most exciting part of this journey occurs at Shag Pass, where you'll have the opportunity to climb aboard a kayak and paddle alongside the whales in a close and fascinating encounter with nature. We are the creators of this experience and have been making it possible for over 15 years, guaranteeing quality service and an authentic connection with Patagonia. Safety is our priority; you'll have specialized guides who will accompany you at all times and a support boat that will always be nearby, ready to assist you and provide peace of mind. Thanks to our experience, we've perfected every detail so you can enjoy this adventure safely and enrichingly. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Patagonia like never before. Book now and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience, where nature will envelop you in its purest and wildest form.


Duration

Full-day tour, duration approximately 13 to 14 hours.

Includes

  • Pick-up at accommodation
  • Drop-off at accommodation
  • Transfer in shared van
  • The activity
  • Guidance in Spanish or English on board.
  • Breakfast or snack
  • Lunch
  • Insurance
  • Online or in-person briefing
  • Kayaking guide
  • Induction and kayak safety talk.
  • Dry suit.
  • Support boat and logistics security.

Itinerary

  • 3:45 Check-in at the hotel. Transfer to the travel agency.
  • 4:05 Check-in at the agency.
  • 4:20 Transfer to the embarkation point, 50 km south of Punta Arenas.
  • 5:00 Boarding at Carrera Bay.
  • 5:15 Sailing begins, passing various attractions.

Fort Bulnes
San Isidro Lighthouse
Mount Tarn
Indio Bay
Cape Froward
Cape Holland
Shag Pass

  • 8:00 Entrance to the Marine Park
  • 8:30 Penguin watching from the deck of the boat.
  • 9:00 Sail from Rupert Island to Charles Islands and Shag Pass.
  • 10:00 Disembarkation from the catamaran to the zodiac boat for kayaking with whales. (duration approximately 3 hours)
  • 1:00 PM Boarding the zodiac boats to the catamaran.
  • 2:00 PM Lunch.
  • 5:00 PM Disembarkation from the catamaran and transfer to Punta Arenas.
  • 6:00 PM Arrival in Punta Arenas.

What do I need to bring?

  • You should pack warm clothing, including base, base, and base layers, gloves, a hat, a buff, a jogging suit, a waterproof jacket, and sturdy shoes.
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen.
  • Bring extra clothing if needed.
  • A change of clothing, if needed, for passengers kayaking with whales.
  • We provide a drysuit that goes over your clothes for passengers kayaking with whales.

Prices

$795 USD per person

Departure calendar

December 2025

Tuesdays: 16, 23, 30

Thursdays: 18

Saturdays: 20, 27

Sundays: 21, 28

 

January 2026

Tuesdays: 6, 13, 20, 27

Thursdays: 8, 15, 22, 29

Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Sundays: 4, 11, 18, 25

 

February 2026

Tuesdays: 3, 10, 17, 24

Thursdays: 5, 12, 19, 26

Saturdays: 7, 14, 21, 28

Sundays: 1, 8, 15, 22

 

March 2026

Tuesdays: 3, 10, 17, 24

Thursdays: 5, 12, 19, 26

Saturdays: 7, 14, 21, 28

Sundays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29