Where Are We? How to Get to the Reserve
Choose your departure city to find the best route to King Penguin Nature Reserve.
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What Will You Find at the Reserve?
Our Visitor Centre has been designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and respectful experience while protecting the surrounding natural environment. Facilities include:
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Accessible restrooms
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Easy walking trails on natural terrain
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Wildlife observation areas equipped with panoramic binoculars
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Clear interpretive signage throughout the visitor route
To make the experience accessible to everyone, we also offer an all-terrain wheelchair designed for natural surfaces, available free of charge for visitors who require it during their visit.
Opening Hours & Visitor Information
- October – November: Thursday to Sunday
- December – March: Tuesday to Sunday
- April – May: Thursday to Sunday
- Closed on: January 1, May 1, December 25
- Seasonal closure: June through October
- Spring and Summer: 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM and 4 PM.
- Autumn: 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM and 4 PM.
- Adults (18-59 years): $18.000
- Chilean Seniors (60+): $14.000
- Youth (11-17 years): $14.000
- Chilean Residents of Tierra del Fuego: $6.000
- Children (up to 10 years) & Visitors with Disabilities: Free Admission
The Hotel Estancia Caleta Josefina is located 10 km away, and Camping Los Pioneros is 35 km away.
Tips for your visit
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Dress warmly, even during spring and summer, as weather in Tierra del Fuego can be cold and windy
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Wear comfortable, closed-toe footwear suitable for walking on natural trails
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Always respect the designated viewing distance from wildlife. Drones are strictly prohibited
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Bring a reusable water bottle
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Smoking and pets are not permitted within the Reserve
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Remember that you are visiting a protected conservation area. Your responsible behaviour helps preserve one of the most extraordinary habitats for penguins in Chile.
Nearby Services
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THE RESERVE IS LOCATED IN A NATURAL AND REMOTE SETTING, SO THERE ARE NO RESTAURANTS OR ACCOMMODATION ON-SITE.
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IN THE CITY OF PORVENIR (APPROX. 120–145 KM AWAY) AND IN CERRO SOMBRERO (93 KM AWAY), YOU WILL FIND ACCOMMODATION, SERVICE STATIONS, MEDICAL CENTRES, SUPERMARKETS AND DINING OPTIONS
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WE RECOMMEND ORGANISING YOUR ACCOMMODATION AND MEAL LOGISTICS BEFORE YOUR VISIT, AS THERE ARE NO SERVICES AVAILABLE IN THE AREA
Do you have any questions?
We’ve gathered the most frequently asked questions in our FAQ section, where you’ll find detailed information about opening hours, accessibility, visitor recommendations, and everything you need to know before exploring penguins in chile at King Penguin Nature Reserve.
If you still need assistance after reading the FAQs, our team will be happy to help through the Contact page.