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Frieda Lange & Co. Heritage Tours
Ollie #1 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: La mejor forma de descubrir Punta Arenas, Capital Histórica de la Patagonia. Paseos Patrimoniales todos los días. Mesón de información turística...... more » Owner description: La mejor forma de descubrir Punta Arenas, Capital Histórica de la Patagonia. Paseos Patrimoniales todos los días. Mesón de información turística abierto diariamente. Contáctanos para saber nuestros nuevos horarios para el Otoño & Invierno 2011! The best way to discover Punta Arenas, Historical Capital of Patagonia. Heritage tours on a daily & regular basis. City-Info Desk opens everyday. Contact us to learn about our new hours and schedule for our 2011 Atumn and Winter Season! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Kayak Agua Fresca
Ollie #2 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Welcome to Kayak Agua FrescaKayak Agua Fresca is a kayak company based in Punta Arenas City, by the Magellan Strait. We coordinate kayak trips for...... more » Owner description: Welcome to Kayak Agua FrescaKayak Agua Fresca is a kayak company based in Punta Arenas City, by the Magellan Strait. We coordinate kayak trips for different paddling skill levels; we give logistical support and organize expedition to several places in Patagonia, like Cape San Isidro, Cape Froward (southern most point in American continent), and Francisco Coloane Marine Park (Humpback Whales sanctuary).We offer guided half day kayak excursions in Agua Fresca, 27 kilometers south of Punta Arenas, which is a good place to do bird watching, and marine mammals watching as well, with some dolphins and sea lions around, this place gives the opportunities to start in a calm small river as well as the Magellan Strait. We have all the necessary equipment to enjoy a safe and comfortable experience, within the Southern Patagonia weather conditions. We’ll be looking forward for you! « less
Attraction type  Water Sports
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Isla Magdalena y Marta
Ollie #3 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 54 reviews
Owner description: FEEL PATAGONIA is a company who navigates with RIBS trought the straight of Magellan and take the visitors to places that they can´t get terrestrial...... more » Owner description: FEEL PATAGONIA is a company who navigates with RIBS trought the straight of Magellan and take the visitors to places that they can´t get terrestrial way. This way you can really feel patagonia.Also we offer excursions all over Chilean Patagonia, such as Torres Del Paine, Tierra del Fuego & punta Arenas and its Sourroding. « less
Attraction type  Reservations
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
Nao Victoria Museo
Ollie #4 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
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Cementerio Municipal
Ollie #5 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
Otway Sound & Penguin Reserve
Ollie #6 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Club Andino Centro de Ski
Ollie #7 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
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Fort Bulnes
Ollie #8 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
This fort represents the first Chilean settlement in the southern part of the country and includes a jail, water well, post office and stables.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Whalesound Turismo
Ollie #9 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: We are located in Punta Arenas - Chile ,Since its beginning in 1999, Whalesound has given logistic support (encampment, boat among others) to various...... more » Owner description: We are located in Punta Arenas - Chile ,Since its beginning in 1999, Whalesound has given logistic support (encampment, boat among others) to various scientists. Scientific research has covered different subject, but has mainly centered in humpback whales. Particularly about genetic identity and conduct; and to establish the migratory route. Whalewatching- DECEMBER - APRIL each year -Regular program, 3,5days/ 3nigthsIt is our main program, aimed at who look for whale watching and wildlife sighting, and fully enjoy the contact with nature. Since the beginning of the trip, there is the company wide variety of birds and marine mammals. Then, we can see ecosystems fjords and channels, with their sub-antarctic forests, glaciers and lush landscapes. After crossing the Strait of Magellan, that it frequented by aboriginal people and the first european explorers, you get to the island Carlos III, where each summer come to humpback whales. « less
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
Cabo Froward
Ollie #10 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Centro Cultural Braun-Menendez
Ollie #11 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
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Munoz Gamero Square
Ollie #12 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
The central plaza of Punta Arenas, where local vendors sell homemade crafts.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Museo Regional De Magallanes
Ollie #13 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Ruta 9
Ollie #14 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: We have a help desk located in the arrival sector of Punta Arenas main airport, We provide free shuttle to the downtown area of Punta Arenas, we...... more » Owner description: We have a help desk located in the arrival sector of Punta Arenas main airport, We provide free shuttle to the downtown area of Punta Arenas, we provide tourist information, Hotel, Hostels accommodations, local excursions, transfer to Puerto Natales and the National park Torres Del Paine « less
Attraction type  Public Transportation Systems
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Mount Tarn
Ollie #15 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  71.2 km from city centre
Terres Oubliees - Day Tours
Ollie #16 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Tours
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Reserva nacional Magallanes
Ollie #17 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Distance  4.9 km from city centre
Solo Expediciones
Ollie #18 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Turismo Aonikenk - Day Tours
Ollie #19 of 19 attractions in Punta Arenas
1.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
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