Chile – Wulaia Cove – Exposing The World

Navarino Island, Southernmost Chile

Home of the Yaghan people, this island supports beech forests and grasslands. We’ll also see the ship’s lounges and bridge.

The lower deck coffee lounge of the Ventus Australis. This is used for talks and preparation for excursions.

The upper deck lounge, with its comfy seating, has the best views.

Navigation, communications and emergency management.

After a short Zodiac ride, we land on the Cove.

Wulaia Cove was originally a small village, now abandoned, with a post office that has now ben converted to a museum.

It’s early spring. These sweet and juicy berries turn blue when ripe and can be made into preserves. They can also be used to flavor drinks.

Mistletoe stands out in a tree that is still winter-bare.

For such a southerly island, Navarino supports a variety of trees. Hills and valleys provide sheltered spots.

Below, a tree gall formed by a nesting wasp, and finding tiny plants under the trees.

From the top of a rise, we can see the whole bay.

The Yaghan have lived in the region for 6,000 years. This canoe is featured in the Island museum.

Refreshments are served as we return to the ship..