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15 Argentina Shore Excursions You Can Do Before All-Aboard

24 tours  ·  from $50 a head

A ship gives you one day and takes it back at five. These 15 argentina shore excursions justify the hours, priced and timed so you can decide over breakfast.

Shore Excursion - National Park Tierra del Fuego - Lake Roca and the first look at the park
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Shore Excursion – National Park Tierra del Fuego

1.Shore Excursion – National Park Tierra del Fuego

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 169 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $60Our pick

From Ushuaia’s cruise pier, visit Tierra del Fuego National Park, Lake Roca, Zaratiegui Cove, and Bahia Lapataia. Expect a four to five-hour outing with a local guide, air-conditioned transport, and park admission included. Confirm the group size, since some departures use a bus larger than 15 people.

“The description on Viator said maximum 15 people but it was a bus of 26. We do not appreciate being lied to. We would not have booked this if we had known it would be a bus load:”

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Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion - Getting from the port to the southern forest
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Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion

2.Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about five hours touring Tierra del Fuego National Park and Ushuaia in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect easy walks, mountain and lake views, the End of the World sign, a snack stop, and photo stops around Argentina’s southernmost city.

“Great tour— lots of information and you really get to see the park! Good at keeping things moving but plenty of time at each stop!”

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Cruise Shore Excursion Peninsula Valdes - Pto Madryn - Patagonia - Argentina - El Desempeño interpretation center
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Cruise Shore Excursion Peninsula Valdes – Pto Madryn – Patagonia – Argentina

3.Cruise Shore Excursion Peninsula Valdes – Pto Madryn – Patagonia – Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 111 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Puerto Madryn into Peninsula Valdes with an English-speaking guide such as Nora, Mary, Carolina, or Santiago. Expect long drives, wild guanacos, elephant seals, sea lions, and possible penguins. A box lunch, air-conditioned vehicle, park access, and port pickup are included, but the $32 park fee is extra.

“Nora, the guide was excellent, friendly and a wealth of knowledge. We had a fun 7 hours. She entertained us the entire time especially on the long ride to and fro with our excellent driver.”

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Cruise Shore Excursion Punta Tombo with Boxlunch from Pto Madryn - Walking the 1.5-kilometer penguin route
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Cruise Shore Excursion Punta Tombo with Boxlunch from Pto Madryn

4.Cruise Shore Excursion Punta Tombo with Boxlunch from Pto Madryn

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $120Top rated

Ride from Puerto Madryn’s cruise pier to Punta Tombo, South America’s largest Magellanic penguin reserve. You’ll walk a 1.5-kilometer route among nests and coastal wildlife, with about two hours at the colony. Guides such as Mariana, Roy, Pitu, and Marcela have led past departures.

“This was a very well organized tour, they were efficient and great in communicating thru Whatsapp on the time and meeting place. This tour started early and we got there before all the big buses showed up. Our tour guide Marcela was very good and very enthusiastic, armed with a wealth of information about the wild animals in the area. She was great in spotting and pointing out animals we encountered. We saw an armadillo!! She was a bit hard to understand sometimes, but she more than make up this deficiency with all the pluses. We did come late for this tour (March), all the penguin chicks were gone. U…”

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Ushuaia Shore Excursions Tierra del Fuego National Park - A small vehicle instead of a bus convoy
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Ushuaia Shore Excursions Tierra del Fuego National Park

5.Ushuaia Shore Excursions Tierra del Fuego National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Ushuaia port into Tierra del Fuego National Park with a guide such as Federico, Maru, or Guillermo. Visit Lapataia Bay, Lake Acigami, Ensenada Zaratiegui, and Cañadon del Toro, with a mate, coffee, alfajores, and a small-group ride.

“Very average experience, little to nothing unusual to see. To be completely honest, the various stops were made solely so that those sho needed it could use the porta potties.”

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Shore Excursion Punta Tombo cruise passengers Puerto Madryn - Walking among Magellanic penguins
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Shore Excursion Punta Tombo cruise passengers Puerto Madryn

6.Shore Excursion Punta Tombo cruise passengers Puerto Madryn

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $125

Travel from Puerto Madryn to Punta Tombo in a small, air-conditioned vehicle with an English and Spanish guide. You’ll walk among Magellanic penguins, watch for guanacos and Patagonian hares, enjoy a boxed lunch, and possibly stop at a giant dinosaur replica and in town.

“Trip to Punta Tombo to see the Megellanic penguins with a stop at dinosaur sculpture. While the drive was long, the tour guide Marianna made the trip enjoyable with information about the area, its history and and animal life.”

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Transfer Buenos Aires Downtown Hotel to Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal - Reaching the cruise terminal with your bags
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Transfer Buenos Aires Downtown Hotel to Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal

7.Transfer Buenos Aires Downtown Hotel to Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 15 to 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private, door-to-door ride from your downtown Buenos Aires hotel to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery or the cruise terminal. The service runs 24/7 for up to two people, includes luggage assistance, and uses Spanish-speaking drivers. Eduardo is one driver frequently praised for prompt, friendly service.

“We were picked up at our hotel very promptly. It was lunch rush hour but our driver maneuvered the traffic well and got us to the cruise terminal in plenty of time an in comfort.”

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Cruise Shore Excursion Ea San Lorenzo Peninsula Valdes - Patagonia - Argentina - Estancia San Lorenzo: sheep farm and penguin rookery
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Cruise Shore Excursion Ea San Lorenzo Peninsula Valdes – Patagonia – Argentina

8.Cruise Shore Excursion Ea San Lorenzo Peninsula Valdes – Patagonia – Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $159

From Puerto Madryn, travel into Peninsula Valdés with a guide such as Beto, Fernando, or Martin. Walk near a huge Magellanic penguin colony at Estancia San Lorenzo, visit sea lions and elephant seals at Punta Norte, and enjoy a Patagonian box lunch. Expect long drives, gravel roads, and extra entrance fees.

“This experience was a shore excursion in Puerto Madryn. It is important to note that the port city of Puerto Madryn is a considerable distance from any of the wildlife experiences available in this area. Be prepared for a long ride no matter where you choose to go on this trip. This is not something the tour operators have control over. Martin our guide for this trip was incredibly knowledgable about the geography, the fauna and flora of the area. He knew the science and was able to explain clearly the various factors affecting the animals and people who live in this area of Patagonia. Our tour happened just a…”

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Transfer Buenos Aires Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal to Downtown Hotel - From Aeroparque AEP to Your Downtown Hotel
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Transfer Buenos Aires Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal to Downtown Hotel

9.Transfer Buenos Aires Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal to Downtown Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 15 to 30 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private ride from Buenos Aires’ Aeroparque domestic airport or cruise terminal to your downtown hotel. A Spanish-speaking driver meets you, helps with luggage, and provides a direct 15 to 30-minute transfer. Drivers such as Eduardo, Daniel, and Pedro have been praised for punctual, friendly service.

“We had to change airline reservations at the last moment. This meant not only changing the time but the pickup airport. This change was handled without issue or complaint. Pedro, our driver was helpful and courteous. I highly recommend this service”

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Buenos Aires City Tour with Pickup at Cruise Port - Palermo begins with a flower and a rose garden
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Buenos Aires City Tour with Pickup at Cruise Port

10.Buenos Aires City Tour with Pickup at Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $300

This 7 to 8 hour private Buenos Aires tour links the cruise port with an airport or hotel transfer, so you can see Recoleta, La Boca, Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, and Palermo without dragging your luggage around. Guides such as Pablo, Paula, Patrick, and Flavia tailor the day to your schedule.

“Great way to see the city during a 12-hour break between cruise arrival and flight departure. Paula was a very knowledgeable guide and attended to all our needs. Louis was a superb driver as well. Great adaptation of the tour to meet our expectations despite the challenges of Memory Day celebrations.”

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Tierra del Fuego Park & Train Tour for Cruisers (no tickets) - Riding the End of the World Train
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Tierra del Fuego Park & Train Tour for Cruisers (no tickets)

11.Tierra del Fuego Park & Train Tour for Cruisers (no tickets)

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 35 reviews · 5 hours · from $120

Meet Yellow Penguin at Ushuaia Port for a five-hour trip by train and minibus through Tierra del Fuego National Park. You’ll visit Lapataia Bay, Laguna Verde, Lake Roca, Macarena Falls, and Zaratiegui Cove. English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides are available, but park entry and train tickets cost extra.

“Enjoyed the guide’s commentary and history. Enjoyed the train ride. Stunning scenery. Enjoyed the beach hike and lake walks.”

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Puerto Madryn: Punta Tombo Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests - The two-hour ride south from Puerto Madryn
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Puerto Madryn: Punta Tombo Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests

12.Puerto Madryn: Punta Tombo Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 6 hours · from $90

From Piedrabuena Pier, ride 180 km south to Punta Tombo, Argentina’s famous Magellanic penguin reserve. You’ll have about 1.5 hours on foot among penguins, with an English or Spanish guide, before returning to the ship. Admission, meals, and tips cost extra.

“We had a great time in Punto Tombo, it was really nice to see the Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat! Our guide/driver was also very good. The only downside was the car itself; four adults spent four hours in a Dacia Duster, which was really uncomfortable. Otherwise, it was a great day.”

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Punta Tombo Cruise Shore Excursion - Walk among penguins - Meeting your group at Puerto Madryn pier
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Punta Tombo Cruise Shore Excursion – Walk among penguins

13.Punta Tombo Cruise Shore Excursion – Walk among penguins

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 24 reviews · 6 hours · from $120

From Puerto Madryn, travel 170 km across Patagonia to Punta Tombo with an English or Spanish guide. Walk a 1.5-kilometer trail among Magellanic penguins, visit the interpretation center, and watch nesting birds near the coast. Cruise-day groups have fewer than 22 people, lunch, and water.

“Our guide Mariana Z and driver Roy were both superb. Mariana is an expert on everything for Patagonia, it's history, culture and the wildlife. She provided one of the best commentaries during the travel that I've ever heard from any guide in the world. Wonderful personality and excellent English. Roy's driving was perfect. He was very kind to the other guests. A truly great day!”

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Puerto Madryn: Punta Loma Shore Excursion - Watching sea lions and cubs from the main viewpoint
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Puerto Madryn: Punta Loma Shore Excursion

14.Puerto Madryn: Punta Loma Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 22 reviews · 3 hours · from $50Best value

Meet your bilingual guide outside Piedrabuena Pier for a three-hour tour of Puerto Madryn and Punta Loma. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, walk short reserve trails, and watch sea lions, cubs, cormorants, and coastal views before returning to the pier.

“The main theme of the tour is to see sea lions, but we can see the sea lions even at the pier”

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From Puerto Madryn: Peninsula Valdés Shore Excursion - From Puerto Madryn port to the Carlos Ameghino center
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From Puerto Madryn: Peninsula Valdés Shore Excursion

15.From Puerto Madryn: Peninsula Valdés Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 19 reviews · 7 hours · from $112

Meet Yellow Penguin at Puerto Madryn port for a seven-hour guided trip into Peninsula Valdés. With guides such as Mariano or David, you’ll visit wildlife viewpoints, the Carlos Ameghino center, and seasonal sites for penguins, seals, sea lions, guanacos, and maras.

“Getting back to the ship was the highlight. 90 min via a derelict visitors centre to stop number one. Penguins of which there were 3. Reason given that the whole colony was out at sea fishing. Second stop the seal colony which numbered 20, these also at sea fishing. Stop at a dodgy restaurant for an hour. Basically this company knew there were no penguins, no seals and that the visitors centre was closed. It was very difficult to understand the guide who was unable to answer questions. So we spent 5 hours on a comfortable van, for no reason as the seal and Penguin colony were empty and they…”

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