Robinson Crusoe Island - Chile - September 18th. to September 23rd.

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To local divers in Chile and abroad that want to visit and scuba this island that was e refuge of the famous castaway Alexander Selkirk.

Robinson Crusoe Island was created by several volcanic explosions which gave life to the group of Juan Fernández Islands. The island was discovered in 1574 by Alejandro Selkirk who was motivated by the writer Daniel Defoe to immortalize the island in one of the literature classics that was named after him.

The island is situated 667 km from the continent, in front of the city of Valparaíso. Robinson Crusoe Island is part of one of the most beautiful natural reserves in the world, the wonderful Juan Fernández Islands. The fauna and flora found here are very unique. Neither time nor progress has been able to capture the magic and charm found here.

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[tadeotadeo]

Sound interesting I would like to visit one day.
Are there accommodations on the island?

 

[Scuba96]

Sound interesting I would like to visit one day.
Are there accommodations on the island?

There are several Hostals on the Island where you will be tender by their owners personally.

Population on 2002 was 629 (364 men and 265 women), principal activity is Lobster Fishing.

Waters are great for Scuba, seawater temperature varies from 14º C (57º F) in winter to 21º C (70º F) in summertime.

Kayaks excursions along Cumberland Bay are available on Sit on Top Kayaks (OceanKayaks), you can reach “Cuevas del Adriatico” to visit the Seal Colonies of Punta Lobera or El Faro where you may dive with them.

Sport Fishing (trolling) for Pelagic Species such us Vidriola (Seriola Lalandii / Yellow Tail) and Juan Fernandez Jackfish (Caranx Georgianus) renowned for their strength and size is available.

Hikking (guided) is available around the island, you’ll get to know gorgeous mountains with spectacular and exceptional geography and endemic plants, this National Park is a reserve of the World Biosphere (Unesco). You’ll be able to follow paths taken once by Scottish Sailor Alexander Selkirk (Robinson Crusoe).

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