Cachagua Island Penguin Watching
Cachagua Island Penguin Watching
At 9 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Valparaíso and hit the road. We'll drive north through Viña del Mar, Reñaca, Concón and the mouth of the Aconcagua River.
After a 1-hour 30-minute drive along the Pacific coast, we'll arrive in Zapallar. In this beautiful town, located in the province of Petroca, we'll board a fishermen's boat. The boat will take us to Cachagua Island, where we'll find one of the main Chilean colonies of Humboldt penguins.
During the 1-hour boat trip, we'll see the penguins and other coastal birds that nest here up close, such as pelicans, seagulls and neotropic cormorants. You'll be surprised to hear how many different species have been catalogued here!
Once our boat trip has come to an end, we'll return to the dock in Zapallar. When we're back on dry land, we'll go to a local empanada place to try this delicious Chilean delicacy. We'll also have a drink, which will be a choice between soda or mineral water.
We'll then head back to your hotel in Valparaíso, where we'll arrive at 3 pm.
Animal Sightings
Cachagua Island is one of the best places on the Chilean coast to see Humboldt penguins. However, animals are unpredictable. The sighting of a greater or lesser number of penguins will depend on various factors. These range from the weather at the time to the breeding and rearing seasons of the different species.
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Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English, Spanish and French.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off.
Transport by minibus or coach.
Boat trip.
English speaking guide.
Empanada and a drink.
Not included
Additional food and drinks.
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Ecomapu Travel
Corporate name: Turismo Ecomapu Limitada
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - Your safety is our priority. Civitatis works with certified providers for reliable and safe adventures. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
