Fully Booked
8 nights
07 August, 2027 - 15 August, 2027
7.666 $ per person
Southern Right Whales Southern right whales migrate to the coastal waters of Argentina, particularly in the Peninsula Valdés area, to breed and calve. These massive marine mammals are known for their distinctive V-shaped blow and playful behavior, often seen breaching and slapping their fins on the water's surface. Under a special government permit we will have 5 days of snorkel action with these gentle giants.
Photography Trip 📸 The permits to dive with Southern Right whales are only handed to groups that come to portray and capture the Southern Right Whales through underwater photo or videography. This trip is therefore led by Timon Koch, our BTM Travel UW photographer and all round photo beast. We'll be discussing light, photography techniques, approaches, presets and much more!
Small Group Travel👪🏿 One of the main pillars of our travels is the guarantee that we will be diving in a small circle. No big group harassing these pristine animals, but only 3 divers to ensure an authentic for everyone involved.
Peninsula Valdes, located on the Atlantic coast of Argentina, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich biodiversity and unique geological features. Stretching over 3,600 square kilometers, this rugged peninsula juts out into the ocean, forming a sheltered haven for a diverse array of marine life. One of its most famous inhabitants is the southern right whale, which migrates here annually to breed and calve in the calm waters of Golfo Nuevo. Visitors flock to Peninsula Valdes for the chance to witness these majestic creatures up close, either from the shore or on guided boat tours.
Apart from its significance as a breeding ground for marine mammals, Peninsula Valdes also boasts diverse terrestrial habitats, including grasslands, scrubland, and salt flats. These environments provide crucial habitats for numerous species of birds, mammals, and reptiles, making it a hotspot for wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike.
Additionally, the peninsula is home to important conservation efforts aimed at protecting endangered species such as the southern elephant seal and the Magellanic penguin. With its stunning natural beauty and ecological importance, Peninsula Valdes stands as a testament to the importance of preserving and protecting our planet’s biodiversity.
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11.499 $
07 August 2027
15 August 2027
Guests are picked up at Trelew airport, which has direct flights from Buenos Aires. To make the best use of our 6-day permit, we stay 8 nights at the hotel and shift our planning according to the weather. The whale days start with breakfast at the hotel, then we drive to the harbour of Puerto Pirámides, board our boat and go and find the whales. We come back in the late afternoon. Snorkelling with the whales happens in groups of 2. Important: no pictures with both people and whales in the same frame are allowed. On the land day we drive around the Península Valdés to spot wildlife: maras, elephant seals, penguins, guanacos, armadillos and many more. Wildlife encounters are never guaranteed.
Del Nómade Hostería Ecológica
Our accommodation is an eco lodge with a family atmosphere. Del Nómade has 8 double rooms, 4 on the ground floor with a small private terrace, and a breakfast and community space on each floor. The lodge uses solar energy for heating and hot water and recycles its water.
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Our main Group Trip guide. A true adventurer with an unbreakable energy, born to dive, and a great eye for cinematic UW and topside shots. A man that lives for food, genuine interactions and raw exploration.
