Enjoy marine wildlife at Bahia Bustamante

Navigation along this quite cove towards the Vernacci Islands, which are home to Sea Lions (4000 animals during breeding season), Magellan Penguins (100.000 – Season: October to March) and colorful Marine Bird colonies.

Important: Navigation can only be done during high tide and if weather conditions allow.

A 70 km Peninsula of sandy beaches, crystal clear water and reddish rocks. Biking, trekking or 4x4 are possible. If the tide is low, natural swimming pools are formed in the rocks, ideal to take a bath if the weather is good. The peninsula also houses an archeological site.

A 4x4 ride combined with trekking to the Petrified Forest, located 18 miles away from the Lodge within the limits of our land. Once there, we will travel 60 million years ago interpreting the different pieces. On foot, we arrive at “The Pyramid” where it is possible to listen to the Patagonian silence. During the visit, we will be able to observe all kinds of Steppe wildlife too (lesser rheas, guanacos, maras, and more).

Just 15 minutes away from the Lodge by 4x4, this island is home to a small colony of Magellan Penguins. During low tide we reach the island on foot, giving us the privilege of observing penguins and their nests closely. During the way we will also be able to observe all kinds of Steppe wildlife.

A 4x4 drive to reach Aristizabal Cape, an important rockery cape, which is characterized by its imposing landscape dominated by the sea &, the stone beaches. During the way we will also be able to observe all kinds of Steppe wildlife: lesser theas, maras, grey foxes, etc. Once we reach Aristizabal Lighthouse, we will trek to see Sea Lions, which usually rest here. This is also a nesting area for marine birds.

Beautiful trekking down the canyon following the path of a dry river until reaching the sea. Its 15 mts walls are formed by Jurassic rocks, from the Mesozoic era. During high tide it is possible to swim in the natural pools. We will also visit an aboriginal archeological site. The canyon has special weather conditions, which make it ideal for bird watching.

Walk around the Lodge to learn about its history, its founder, inhabitants, the buildings, everything! We will also visit the barns were the seaweed is processed & learn about the different species found in Bahia Bustamante, its uses & more.

We produce sustainable wool. At the ranch you will understand the production process of wool and meat, and according to the season, you may participate of a day’s work, visiting the corrals and learning about the different activities carried out: shearing, weaning, classification or marking of the sheep.

Self-guided trekking / biking around the Graviña Peninsula is also possible.

Activities with an extra cost: Horseback riding, navigation in private Zodiac.