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Tour Isla Damas & Avistaje De Pinguinos: Explore The Natural Wonders And Wildlife Of La Serena, Chile

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Let`s embark together on a magical journey to Damas Island, where biodiversity is intertwined with impressive landscapes. Let`s find out today unique wildlife, frompenguins to bird colonies, in this natural refuge. A day dedicated only to Enjoy the fauna and serenity of nature.

 

The Adventure starts traveling together towards the north, until reaching the populated by  Punta de Choros, Coquimbo region. We start a tour navigation to Choros Island, where the largest number of Humboldt Penguins of the entire reserve are concentrated National.

 

Also on Choros Island We will have the opportunity to see different types of cormorants, pelicans, boobies, sea lions, chungungos or otters marine, and most importantly, the largest population of Humboldt Penguins.

 

In this area there are possible dolphin sightings bottle nose, unique in the South Pacific, and if we have a little luckily we will also be able to spot whales from November to mid-May approximately.

 

Then navigation will take us to Isla Damas. There is some days without disembarkation, these days we skirt and we will know from the boat this wonderful island. And for the days when there is disembarkation we can walk along its paths, rest in the sand and drink Photographs. Back on the continent we will have lunch in a typical restaurant of the area.

 

Get dressed comfortable, bring protector, water, your camera and whatever you need to enjoy fully enjoy the experience under the Pacific sun. Let`s embrace the wonder of wildlife and let`s maintain an adventurous spirit to make the most of this experience only.

 

Let`s dive into the beauty of Isla Damas and create unforgettable memories!

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We invite you today to embark together on a magical journey towards Damas Island, where biodiversity is intertwined with landscapes impressive. Let`s discover the unique wildlife today, from penguins to bird colonies, in this natural refuge.

 

Today we will begin our day early in the morning, leaving at approximately 07.00 am from our hotel in La Serena to begin this adventure, we will go towards the north entering the region of Coquimbo, until we reach the picturesque town of Punta de Choros, which It will be our starting point for this marine adventure.

 

At 9:00 a.m. approximately we will embark on this exciting journey to Isla Choros. We will begin the navigation until reach the home of the largest concentration of Penguins of Humboldt in the National Reserve. We will also closely observe cormorants, pelicans, boobies, sea lions, chungungos and sea otters. We promise you this is an experience unique for lovers of marine and natural life.

 

At 11:30 a.m. approximately nature will surprise us with possible sightings of bottlenose dolphins, a species unique in the South Pacific. Also from November to mid-May approximately, we could also have the whale watching fortune, further enriching our experience navy.

 

Approximately around 1:00 p.m. we headed to Damas Island, skirting it from the boat to admire its beauty from the sea On the permitted days we could make landings to explore its trails, rest in the sand and capture unforgettable moments with our cameras. Swimming will not be allowed.

 

Now back from Return to the mainland at approximately 3:30 p.m., we will enjoy a delicious lunch in a typical restaurant of the area. Local gastronomy offers us authentic flavors to complement our day. Finally, we will visit a production plant of olive oil to know the process in detail.

 

With full hearts of amazement and vivid memories, we conclude our day in Punta de Choros. Every moment shared with wildlife and Nature will become part of our unforgettable expedition. We will begin our return to La Serena at 5:30 p.m.  hours approximately.

 

Today dress with clothes Comfortable and bring sunscreen to fully enjoy this experience under the Pacific sun. If you have a waterproof camera, now is the time. perfect to use it and capture the marine magic without worries.

 

Let`s embrace the wonder of wildlife and maintain an adventurous spirit to take advantage make the most of this unique experience.

Reserve your place and join us on this tour that fuses the excitement of marine sighting with the serenity of nature in Punta de Choros and Isla Damas.

 

Discover life wild Pacific with us!

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Included
- Transfer from La Serena (Round Trip).
- Bilingual guide on tour.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Navigation ticket (shared boat service, only in Spanish).
Not Included
- Unspecified drinks or meals.
- Extras not specified.
- Tips.
- Insurance.
Included Menu
- Seafood, fish, garnish, salad. (Subject to change without notice).
Payment Methods
All credit cards accepted. International Bank Wires.
Starts
LA SERENA (CL)
Pick Up: Selected Central Hotels in La Serena.
Time: 06.00 Hours Approx. Subject to reconfirmation.
Ends
Drop Off: Selected Central Hotels in La Serena.
Time: 5:00 p.m. Approximately.
Duration
10 Hours
Frequency
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Physical Reqs.
- No previous experience required.
Difficulty
Low
What To Bring?
- Comfortable and warm clothing (Navigation on the high seas)
- Comfortable shoes.
- Hat or Jockey.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Water.
Destinations
Other
- Minimum of 6 passengers for its operation. If the minimum is not met, prior notice may be cancelled.
- Subject to weather conditions, navigation, wind and waves. It is not recommended to take it on the last day.
- The pick up time is reconfirmed 24 hours before the tour.
- In case of cancellation due to weather, the money will be refunded.
- If you have any dietary restrictions, inform in advance.
- On Choros Island there is no landing, it is only observation of marine birds where the largest population of Humboldt Penguins and all the fauna of the reserve live.
- During the winter months of May, June, July until mid-August, the fauna enters the period of nesting and bird migration, which means that the fauna is seen in smaller quantities.
- In addition, after the bird flu that affected the beginning of 2023, there is less fauna in the area.

- On Damas Island there is a landing.
• In December, January and February the descent is from Wednesday to Sunday.
• From March to November it is from Thursday to Sunday.
• The "Additional" value to disembark is: Chilean Passengers $ 4,500. Foreign Passengers $10,000. There are limited spaces, subject to availability at the time of booking. These values can be modified from one moment to the next by Conaf.
• Restrictions on the descent from Damas Island may change without prior notice by Conaf. Some of the restrictions that may exist are: Maritime Condition, Loco Extraction, Dock Maintenance, Island Trail Maintenance, Pandemic, Avian Flu, or other.
• For the days when there is NO disembarkation, we will be able to do the tour, the Choros and Damas Islands will be visited, and they will be known from the boat.
• Bathing is not allowed on Damas Island.

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If you are looking for what to do in Coquimbo, you should consider booking the tour . It´ll be an experience you won´t forget!

Reviewed by Aug 18 2019 11:17AM - 02/09/2019

Great experience in Coquimbo

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If you are visiting Coquimbo, consider the tour . We had a really great time!

Reviewed by Aug 11 2019 11:17AM - 26/08/2019

Rates and Prices for Damas Island Tour Penguin Watching in La Serena

Shared Service Option

- Regular service leaves 06.00 am approx. - Minimum of 6 people to operate. If the minimum is not met, prior notice may be cancelled.

Starts: 06:00 Hs
Duration: 10 HS
Operates: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Offered in: Español

From: USD $90

Price for 1 adult: USD $179

Private Option Without Disembarkation

- Private service leaves 08.00 am approx. Does not include landing on Damas Island. Navigation skirts the island.

Starts: 08:00 Hs
Duration: 10 HS
Operates: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Offered in: Español

From: USD $264

Price for 1 adult: USD $465

Private Option WITH Disembarkation

- Private service leaves 06.30 am approx. Includes landing on Damas Island.

Starts: 06:30 Hs
Duration: 10 HS
Operates: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Offered in: Español

From: USD $285

Price for 1 adult: USD $486
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