Valdes Peninsula Map / Location

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Valdes Penisula rests along the Argentina coast. The only major settlement on the peninsula is Puerte Piramides and a handful of ranches. As a result this area acts as a valuable nature preserve for 181 species of birds, rheas, guanacos, and a variety of sea animals like elephant seals and sea lions. Orcas and baleen whales migrate along the coast here for breeding and hunting.