El Doradillo Beach in Puerto Madryn is a lesser-known protected area where visitors have the chance to watch southern right whales from the coast. Depending on weather, season, and tides, these majestic creatures can be spotted approaching just a few meters from the land. It's an exotic and peaceful spot that offers a relaxing experience for nature enthusiasts.
Why you should go
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Witness Southern Right Whales giving birth and teaching their young to swim just meters away from the shore
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Enjoy exotic and peaceful surroundings at El Doradillo Beach
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Explore natural reefs and shipwrecks through scuba diving in Golfo Nuevo
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If you want to go whale watching here by bike, and tourist agencies tell you that the road is closed for bikes as well - don't believe them. Go to a bike rental and they will give you all directions, since the road is closed for cars and tours therefore, but with bikes it's accessible. To rent a bike I can recommend "Hi Patagónia Rental Cars & bikes" with great service and helpful tips
Wrong Location that makes people confuse about Playa Doradillo, and is not the place, most of the review alude to this magical place that is 12km from town.
Exotic and peaceful and relaxing
If you want to go whale watching here by bike, and tourist agencies tell you that the road is closed for bikes as well - don't believe them. Go to a bike rental and they will give you all directions, since the road is closed for cars and tours therefore, but with bikes it's accessible. To rent a bike I can recommend "Hi Patagónia Rental Cars & bikes" with great service and helpful tips
Wrong Location that makes people confuse about Playa Doradillo, and is not the place, most of the review alude to this magical place that is 12km from town.
Rent a bike from 'Hi Patagónia Rental Cars & bikes' to access the closed road for cars and tours at El Doradillo
Visit Playa Las Canteras for a quiet day by the beach with chemical bathrooms available
Plan your visit during whale season (June to December) for increased chances of spotting these majestic creatures up close
Reviews
El Doradillo in Puerto Madryn is a magical and peaceful place where visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature. Despite confusion with Playa Doradillo, this spot offers a serene atmosphere with stunning views. Visitors recommend visiting Playa Las Canteras for a tranquil day by the beach, even if whale sightings are not guaranteed. The experience is described as simply amazing, surpassing traditional whale-watching boat trips.
If you want to go whale watching here by bike, and tourist agencies tell you that the road is closed for bikes as well - don't believe them. Go to a bike rental and they will give you all directions, since the road is closed for cars and tours therefore, but with bikes it's accessible. To rent a bike I can recommend "Hi Patagónia Rental Cars & bikes" with great service and helpful tips
Wrong Location that makes people confuse about Playa Doradillo, and is not the place, most of the review alude to this magical place that is 12km from town.