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Juan Fernández Islands Essentials

This volcanic archipelago, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, is defined by its rugged topography and the legacy of marooned sailor Alexander Selkirk. The list encompasses Robinson Crusoe Island’s dramatic peaks, such as the 915-meter El Yunque, and historic sites including the cave and lookout used by Selkirk during his four-year isolation. Natural highlights include the endemic fur seal colonies at Lobería Pangal and the high-altitude forests of Cerro de los Inocentes, showcasing the unique biodiversity of this remote Chilean territory.