Gable Island Hike, Penguin Watching & Historic Harberton

This tour is not available on December 25th or January 1st

The minimum age for this tour is 4 years old.

Yes. A full Patagonian lunch with drinks is included.

The activity involves a moderate difficulty level, with two hiking route options on Gable Island:

• Option 1: Moderate intensity – 4.5 km (2.8 miles), 2.5 hours, with a 90 m (295 ft) accumulated elevation gain.

• Option 2: Low to moderate intensity – 2.5 km (1.5 miles), 2.15 hours, with a 37 m (120 ft) accumulated elevation gain.

Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and spending time outdoors.

It’s recommended to wear appropriate trekking footwear, a waterproof jacket, and warm clothing to stay comfortable and protected throughout the excursion.

You will have the opportunity to see penguins in their natural habitat on Martillo Island, but walking among the penguins is not included in the tour.

No. Wildlife is observed in its natural habitat, so location, behavior and visibility vary. The excursion is designed around the best known viewing areas, but responsible operators never guarantee a specific sighting.

Penguins at Martillo Island are viewed from the boat on this itinerary. It does not include walking among that colony. Follow the crew’s wildlife-viewing instructions.

Use zoom rather than approaching animals, keep movements slow, avoid flash when prohibited and follow the guide’s instructions. Patience usually produces better photographs than trying to get too close.

Yes. Binoculars can significantly improve the experience, especially for birds, marine mammals or animals that remain at a respectful distance.

It can affect visibility and animal behavior, but cloudy or windy conditions do not automatically mean poor sightings. Local guides adapt the excursion to current conditions whenever possible.

The day includes navigation and an approximately two-hour hike on Gable Island. Confirm route and participation requirements for children.

Feeding changes natural behavior, can harm animal health and increases unsafe interactions with people. Responsible wildlife tourism depends on keeping animals wild.

Most guided wildlife experiences include information about species, habitat, migration or breeding behavior. The depth of interpretation varies by product and guide.

That is normal in responsible wildlife tourism. Viewing points and routes are chosen for good opportunities, but animals decide where to move. A longer lens or binoculars can help.

By using regulated viewing areas, respecting distance rules and relying on local guides, visitors can enjoy wildlife while minimizing disturbance and supporting nature-based tourism.