Climb to the dramatic ruins of Fuerte Santa Bárbara, the 18th-century Spanish colonial fort overlooking Cumberland Bay — one of the Pacific's most evocative and least-visited historic sites.
What to expect
The hike to the fort is short but rewarding, revealing sweeping views over the entire bay and anchorage that made this position so strategically vital. Your guide brings to life the fort's role in repelling privateers and the island's layers of colonial history. The stonework ruins are remarkably intact and hauntingly atmospheric. This is a site visited by very few travellers in the world — the exclusivity is the experience.
Good to know
Combine with the village walk for an efficient half-day on shore. Wear sun protection — the fort sits exposed on the hillside. Confirm with your operator that the site is accessible on your specific port day.