Named after the principle character in Daniel Defoe's book, the Robinson Crusoe Island has a fascinating history chequered with pirates, convicts, explorers and war. In the 16th century, the Robinson Crusoe Island was a shelter for stranded sailors, therefore the name.
The Robinson Crusoe Island is now a Unesco World Biosphere Reserve. It is located 670 away from the seaside resort of Valparaiso. The Pacific Ocean beats the sands of this tiny island on all sides.
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The Robinson Crusoe Island is a perfect holiday destination since it does not see a horde of tourists descend on it in peak tourist season, unlike other seaside destinations. This is a bit of a mystery, since the Robinson Crusoe Island has a balmy, Mediterranean climate and beautiful coastline that are so prized by tourists across the world.
The Robinson Crusoe Island has beautiful tropical forests, lush and dense due to the frequent rainfall the island experiences. The 5000-odd residents of the island are mainly fishermen. You can see the cliff from which the stranded and homesick sailor Alexander Selkirk used to watch out for ships.
Staying at the Robinson Crusoe Island is not a luxurious affair, but you can find clean and comfortable lodges here. Since the backdrop of the lodge is so beautiful, you will not mind foregoing some luxuries during your tour to the Robinson Crusoe Island.
Travour.com offers online bookings for tours to the Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile.
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