Explore the only settlement on Robinson Crusoe Island with an expert local guide, culminating at the archipelago's Natural History Center — a world-class repository of the island's extraordinary endemic ecosystems and human history.
What to expect
Your guide leads you through the colourful, unhurried streets of San Juan Bautista, the tiny village that is home to the island's 900-strong community of fisherfolk and conservationists. The Natural History Center houses exhibits on endemic species, the pre-Colombian discovery, and Selkirk's marooning. A visit to the old German cemetery and the island's lobster cooperative adds texture and authenticity. The pace is leisurely — this is genuine discovery, not a tick-box tour.
Good to know
The boat transfer from ship to village takes approximately 1.5 hours each way — factor this into your day. The Natural History Center may have limited opening hours; your operator will coordinate. Wear comfortable walking shoes and a light layer.