The coastline of Peninsula Valdez is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife although inland the landscape is rather flat and featureless. Each year, Southern right whales come between June and December to breed, particularly in October and November, joining elephant seals, sea lions and Magellanic penguins. There are large numbers of seabirds such as petrels, albatrosses, cormorants and skuas, while inland armadillos, rheas, foxes, guanacos, burrowing owls and the Patagonian cavy are all relatively common. Killer whales are also among the visitors, and can occasionally be seen powering through the shallows to snatch an unsuspecting sea lion pup from the shore. All this incredible wildlife can be admired during boat trips or walking excursions. Peninsula Valdes is an ideal extension for wildlife enthusiasts when visiting Argentina. We recommend a 3 night stay.