Cruces River, A Sanctuary for Birds

Approx. Time: 8 hours
Activity Level: Easiest

Board Collico, a boat constructed in 1907 in Dresden, Germany, at Valdivia’s dock, and cruise down the Cau-Cau River, which flows into the Cruces River. In 1960, a violent earthquake and tidal wave transformed the region by flooding and breaking the landmass around the Cruce and Chorocamayo Rivers into many tiny islands and lagoons, making it a bird haven. Now more than 60 kinds of water fowl settle here, with a plethora of water plants providing both protection and food. Look for black-necked swans, African herons, Cuca herons, swamp ravens, taguas, hualas, and eagles, to name a few. The tour proceeds to San Luis de Alba de Cruces, a stronghold built by the Spaniards during the 17th century and accessible only by a foot bridge.

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