We will leave early from our hotel to begin our adventure today. We will drive about 52 kilometers south to reach the Strait of Magellan National Park, Fuerte Bulnes, built in 1843 during the government of Manuel Bulnes. This was the first Chilean settlement in the territory and led to the founding of Punta Arenas. margin: 0in; ">
The route begins
along the mythical Strait of Magellan,
where you can see a large number of seabirds such as oystercatchers, wild geese, several species of ducks, and
the most famous in Patagonia, the cormorants,
and if we`re lucky, maybe dolphins and sea lions.
Another of the trails we can find in the Park is the Coastal Trail , which runs through the forests and rocks around the Fort through three strategically located viewpoints that offer unparalleled views of the surrounding landscape.
And finally, we will find the Puerto del Hambre King Felipe City, founded in 1584 by Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa on behalf of the Spanish crown to take possession and colonize the Strait of Magellan.
This experience at Fort Bulnes is a unique opportunity to learn about the history and importance of this site in the exploration and colonization of southern Chile. It also allows us to enjoy the beautiful coastal views and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Magellan Region and Chilean Antarctica.