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Otway Sound Penguin Reserve

📍 Otway Sound Penguin Reserve, Punta Arenas, Chile
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Introduction

The Otway Sound Penguin Reserve, about 60 km northwest of Punta Arenas, is one of Chile's main Magellanic penguin colonies. Boardwalks lead to the coastal nesting area, where penguins can be watched up close from October to March.

Highlights

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Magellanic penguins
Hundreds of breeding pairs nesting in burrows.
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Boardwalks
Walkways reach the colony for close viewing.
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Seasonal
October to March is the best watching season.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationAbout 60 km northwest of Punta Arenas, Magallanes, Chile
Time neededAbout 2 hours
AdmissionAround CLP 8,000 (confirm on site)

💡 Tips

Reach it by car or tour; the gravel road is bumpy.
Windy and cold — dress in windproof layers.
Stay on the boardwalks and never approach the penguins.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Otway Sound Penguin Reserve?

Reach it by car or tour; the gravel road is bumpy. Windy and cold — dress in windproof layers.