At Karukinka Park this morning, we were greeted by over thirty Andean condors soaring above the majestic mountains that border Jackson Bay. Once on the beach, we then observed over seventy elephant seals. This park is so very special as it is a protected area located on Tierra del Fuego. It is administered through the Wildlife Conservation Society, a nature protection organization that was founded in 1895. A short hike to a nearby waterfall, a longer hike up the valley to a viewpoint, and a beach walk to view the elephant seals were activities enjoyed by guests.
Our navigation then took us to Ainsworth Bay where we were able to make a beach landing and enjoy a walk through a Nothofagus temperate forest. Our walk then continued over adjacent land that was a landscape dominated by ponds, streams, and bogs caused by an altered drainage system due to intense beaver activity.
It was another wonderful day in beautiful Patagonia.
