Punta Norte, Argentina
Punta Norte is perched high above the ocean on the extreme northeastern tip of the peninsula. Here, one can observe sea lions and southern elephant seals. And it is one of the best places in Argentina to watch Orca whales from shore. Yet the journey across the peninsula affords a glimpse of more than just the sea and its life. View local steppe fauna including tinamous, armadillos, cuis, tucu-tucus, gatos del pajonal, southern gray fox, maras, and guanacos, as well as a variety of lizard and birds. A wildlife ranger station, information center and store selling drinks, snacks and souvenirs are located at Punta Norte.
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Getting there
From Puerto Pirámides, Punta Norte is a 72 km (45 mile) drive on the gravel track N3.
When to travel
The peak season for sea life viewing is from spring to early summer, September to December. Southern elephant seals and southern right whales frequent these waters in spring with top viewing in September and October. Dolphins - dusky, long-finned pilot, Commerson and Peale - are most frequently sighted in summer from December to March. Orca whales can be seen in October and November and from February to April. While sea lions frequent the coast year-round, viewing is best from December to April. Magellanic penguins nest in October and November and the young are active from December to March. Bird watching is best from September to February. In spring, the weather is usually mild and sunny but windy.
Things to keep in mind
Allow two full days to visit the peninsula; the complete tour is nearly 300 kilometers! If you rent a car, make sure to bring food and water as distances are great and roadside services are limited.
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