Day 13: A Magical Encounter with Penguins on Magdalena Island

On our way to our final destination, Punta Arenas, we made a stop at Magdalena Island, home to a massive colony of Magellanic penguins. A s we stepped onto the island, we were greeted by the sight of hundreds of penguins scattered across the landscape—they were everywhere!

It was such a joy to observe these adorable creatures in their natural habitat. Some appeared to be paired off, walking side by side as if hand in hand, or gently nuzzling each other like they were sharing a tender kiss. We even saw a father penguin seemingly calling out, perhaps trying to locate his family, adding a heartwarming touch to the experience.

Witnessing so many penguins at once was awe-inspiring, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see such a vibrant and active colony up close.

After this unforgettable stop, we continued on to Punta Arenas, where we finally disembarked, bringing our Australis adventure to a close.