Southern / Austral Patagonia
Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Sea Lions
Península Valdés — Golfo Nuevo, Puerto Pirámides, Chubut, Argentina
Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Sea Lions is a sailing, diving & snorkeling, and wildlife and birdwatching experience in Península Valdés — Golfo Nuevo, Puerto Pirámides, Chubut, Argentina, available in summer and autumn. It is offered by B K B S.A. - Tito Bottazzi, a member operator of the Asociación Argentina de Ecoturismo y Turismo Aventura (AAETAV). Includes boat tour.
About the experience
A roughly 2-hour boat trip from Puerto Pirámides to the sea lion colony, where you can watch births, nursing and fierce battles between males up close. Marine birds such as cormorants, terns and oystercatchers are spotted along the way, and dolphins may also appear. Snorkeling alongside the sea lions is available as an add-on.
The boat tour departs from Puerto Pirámides and heads to the sea lion colony, where in summer you can witness births, nursing sessions and clashes between alpha males competing for their harems.
During the cruise, marine birds such as cormorants, terns and oystercatchers are spotted, and dolphins may also appear.
Optional: snorkeling alongside the sea lions (booked and paid separately from the boat tour).
Approximate duration: 2 hours.
Season: summer, December to April.
What's included and what's not
Includes
- Boat tour
Not included
- Snorkeling equipment and activity (optional, paid separately)
Frequently asked questions
Where does Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Sea Lions take place?
It takes place in Península Valdés — Golfo Nuevo, Puerto Pirámides, Chubut, Argentina (Southern / Austral Patagonia region).
What activities does the experience include?
The activities are: boating, diving and snorkeling, wildlife watching and birdwatching.
In which season is it available?
It is available in summer and autumn.
What is included?
Included: Boat tour.
What is not included?
Not included: Snorkeling equipment and activity (optional, paid separately).
How can I check availability and rates?
Rates and availability are checked directly with B K B S.A. - Tito Bottazzi, an AAETAV member, via WhatsApp using the "More information" button.
Last updated: October 21, 2026
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