Puerto Natales kayaking on the Última Esperanza fjord
Puerto Natales kayaking takes place on three different waters: the bay in front of town, the Eberhard Fjord and Sofía Lagoon. All three outings are guided and include a picnic, so the choice comes down to start point, length and price. Calm wind suits paddling on Seno Última Esperanza, and Patagonian weather changes quickly, which is why the outing is best placed on a flexible day of your stay.
For other ways to spend a day, see all Puerto Natales tours.
Kayak outings from Puerto Natales
Pick the bay paddle for a short outing near town, the Eberhard Fjord for a fjord setting, or the Sofía Lagoon for a 5.5-hour outing with pickup.
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Eberhard Fjord kayak outing
- Experienced certified guide
- Full kayak equipment with dry suit
- Picnic on a hill with a view
You paddle in the Eberhard Fjord and eat the picnic on a hill above the water.
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- Certified kayaking guide
- Dry suit, neoprene boots and life jacket
- First aid kit and picnic
The route pauses on a peninsula, and the picnic is at the foot of Cerro Benítez.
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Kayak outing with picnic
- Certified guides
- Full equipment
- Scenic picnic
A four-hour guided kayak outing from the town waterfront with a picnic.
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Compare the bay paddle with picnic, the Eberhard Fjord outing and the Sofía Lagoon day by start point, length and what each includes.
Three kayak outings from Puerto Natales
The Puerto Natales bay kayak outing lasts 4 hours and starts at Avenida Pedro Montt 26 in Puerto Natales, at 210 USD per person. Certified guides, full equipment and a scenic picnic are included. You arrange your own way to the start, which makes it the simplest choice for a morning or afternoon next to town.
The Eberhard Fjord outing also lasts 4 hours and costs 425 USD per person. An experienced certified guide, the kayak and full equipment (dry suit, neoprene shoes, spray skirt and life jacket) are included, along with pickup and drop-off. You paddle in the fjord and eat the picnic on a hill with a view.
The Sofía Lagoon outing lasts 5.5 hours in total and costs 298 USD per person. Pickup and drop-off, a certified guide, a dry suit, neoprene boots, life jacket, spray skirt, paddle mitts, a first aid kit and a picnic are included. The operator lists pickup at 09:30, a briefing at 10:00 and paddling from 10:30. The route pauses on a peninsula, the picnic is at the foot of Cerro Benítez around 13:00, and the return starts about 13:30. The minimum age is 14.
Puerto Natales kayaking prices and what changes them
Kayaking in Puerto Natales costs 210, 298 or 425 USD per person (prices as of November 2026). The bay outing is the lowest priced and has no transfer. The Sofía Lagoon outing adds pickup, a longer 5.5-hour day and a full set of technical gear. The Eberhard Fjord outing is the highest priced and includes pickup, a dry suit and a picnic on a hill during a 4-hour fjord outing.
Anyone short on time takes the bay outing; without a car, the two outings with pickup fit better.
What to bring and how weather shapes the day
For kayaking at Sofía Lagoon near Puerto Natales, the packing list names sunscreen, sunglasses with a strap, 0.5 to 1 litre of water, a base layer and extra socks. Warm personal clothing is not supplied.
Wind decides the quality of a paddle on the fjord, so keep the day around it open. The Puerto Natales weather guide covers temperatures, wind and what to wear.
Questions about kayaking in Puerto Natales
How much does kayaking in Puerto Natales cost?
From 210 USD per person for the 4-hour bay outing with picnic. The Sofía Lagoon outing costs 298 USD per person for 5.5 hours with pickup and drop-off, and the Eberhard Fjord outing costs 425 USD per person for 4 hours with pickup, dry suit and picnic. Prices as of November 2026.
How long do the kayak outings last?
The bay outing and the Eberhard Fjord outing each last 4 hours. The Sofía Lagoon outing lasts 5.5 hours in total, with pickup at 09:30, paddling from 10:30 and the return starting about 13:30. The 5.5 hours cover the whole trip, not only the time on the water.
Is pickup included in the kayak outings?
Yes for the Eberhard Fjord and Sofía Lagoon outings, which both include pickup and drop-off. No for the 4-hour bay outing, which starts at Avenida Pedro Montt 26 in Puerto Natales, so you arrange your own way there. Guide, equipment and picnic are included in all three.
Is there a minimum age for kayaking at Sofía Lagoon?
Yes, the Sofía Lagoon outing sets a minimum age of 14. Guests over 65 need good trunk and arm mobility, must get in and out of the kayak on their own and must have no medical contraindications. Confirm the age, weight and health conditions for your selected option. A briefing on paddling and rescue technique comes before the start.