Madryn Bike Tours. Punta Loma: sea lions, shipwrecks, and cliffs

Tours Outdoor activities Nature & adventure Sightseeing on wheels Outdoor sports Bike tours

Come and cycle in nature, we'll see shipwrecks and cliffs. We'll also visit a nature reserve where a permanent colony of South American sea lions lives.

Highlights

  • Stop in front of the hull of the fishing boat Folias, which ran aground in 1980 300m from the coast
  • Visit the permanent colony of South American sea lions and black-necked cormorants
  • Paraná Beach, Punta Este lighthouse, and sand dunes

Description

Total distance: 25 km · Medium difficulty · Duration: 5 hours with stops 1. Heading south: We'll set off from Alpataco along the coastal Rambla and the quiet southern neighborhoods. On the left, you'll see CENPAT-CONICET and San Juan Bosco University, our city's science hubs. At CENPAT, there's a mural worth stopping for; on the right, the Atlantic sets our course. 2. Plateau trails: The pavement's behind us. We pedal among molles, jarillas, and coirones; if it rained the day before, the air smells of jarilla. 3. Playa Paraná & the Folias shipwreck: First break. In front of us is the hull of the fishing boat Folias, which ran aground in 1980 just 300 m from the coast; at low tide, its structure emerges completely. Perfect for photos and a mate by the sea. 4. Punta Loma Seal Sanctuary: After 5 km more of gravel, we'll reach the first protected area of Chubut. We'll leave the bikes and, from the viewpoint, we'll contemplate the permanent colony of fur seals: howls, dips, and black-necked cormorants in low flight. Interpretation talk + Patagonian snack. 5. Coastal return: We'll head back via Playa Paraná (lower area) to see the shipwreck in a different light and, with the slope in our favor, we'll pedal straight to Puerto Madryn. Perfect ending with a view of the gulf and a feeling of mission accomplished. Ready to pedal to Puerto Madryn's most iconic wildlife? Book your spot today with Alpataco.

Includes

Insurance Your guide First aid kit Communication device Equipment Mountain bike Snack Taxes

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