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Wulaia Heritage Road is a tour by 7000 years of history of the beautiful Wulaia bay, the land of the old Yámanas, a nomad almost extinct canoeist people, and the scenario of meetings and disputes between Yámanas and Europeans, since late the XIXth century: Darwin started here his reflection on the evolution of the species. The Yámana culture was developed under this sky. The Yámana Jemmy Button went on board of an English ship in this coast. Fitz Roy navigated these channels... Walking by this route means getting impregnated with myth and reality of Tierra del Fuego and its natural beauty that is unique in the world<br>

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==Location==

==General Description==

Wulaia Heritage Road is located in the north-east sector of Navarino Island, a few kilometers to the north of Cape Horn. This is the third Heritage Road implemented in Navarino Island, following Dientes de Navarino and Lago Windhond Routes, each of them as described in their respective Topoguides. This pedestrian route system travels 150 Km of paths discovering the different landscapes and vegetation systems existing in Tierra del Fuego's south. This new route makes a tour through 7000 years of history available to trekking fans.<br>

In the first circuit Puerto Navarino-Wulaia, marks consist of a red horizontal line on a white or yellow rectangular background. In the second circuit Lum- Wulaia: marks are a double yellow horizontal line on a red rectangular background. Finally, marks of the extension to King Scott mount are presented as in the first circuit Puerto Navarino-Wulaia.<br>

===Route description===

===First segment===

'''PUERTO NAVARINO - PUERTO ISORNA'''

It starts in the sector of Puerto Navarino. Passing behind the Harbor Master’s Office, in the middle of the thickets, you will find the trail to be followed to the west. Although this point is not represented through a mark or MILESTONE, it can be easily detected because it coincides with Harbor Master’s Office and dock facilities. This point has been considered as kilometer zero.<br>

===Second segment===

'''PUERTO ISORNA - PUERTO INÚTIL'''

Description of the Section: After MILESTONE 4, cross the entire extension of the pastureland and wade through the river near its outlet into the sea. When you find the lowest water depth (in case of high tide, surround the hill to the inland and cross the river in the forest). At the opposite shore, climb some meters straight before turning to the left (east), turning your back to the sea.<br>

'''PUERTO INÚTIL-CALETA JOSÉ'''

After MILESTONE 7, turn to the right and cross the river. This is the toughest section of the segment. Keep walking by the coast of Puerto Inútil to Caleta José (MILESTONE 8). The route becomes rough with steep slopes and a lot of turns intended to avoid the most difficult parts formed by streams flowing into the sea. Pay attention to marks so as not to miss the trail. Warning: slippery floor when too humid or wet. Once you get closer to Caleta José (MILESTONE 8), terrain becomes easier, a more open forest and a better trail. This MILESTONE is located at the beginning of the clear plain and indicated the beach of Caleta José.<br>

'''CALETA JOSÉ-WULAIA'''

This south direction segment starts in MILESTONE 8 and surrounds a magnificent coast most of the time. After leaving the camp, climb the hill to the right and follow the marks and stakes that will guide you through a small thicket of mata negra. A trail may be observed in the floor, which has to be followed to Wulaia, always bordering the coast. One hour away from Caleta José - MILESTONE 8 - you will find Micalvi river, as well as MILESTONE 9, in its north shore, which has to be crossed carefully. If the river is too swift, and crossing becomes extremely difficult, we recommend you the foot or peak of the stream following animal trails that mark a safer ford. From the sea, you can admire the beautiful cascade that rises a few meters down the circuit.<br>

The big grassy plain is perfect for camping everywhere. The only protection from wind is provided by the house. We recommend you to camp next to the house, but it is possible to stay at the grandiose abandoned building of the former naval radio station. South side door is opened. Go to the next door using north side stairs, and the first room to the left may receive travelers with some comfort: a table, chairs, and a metallic drum which may be used as a stove-heater. The building does not have rest rooms and water must be taken from the river. Before you leave, provide some firewood for the next visitors.<br>

===Route description===

Finally, walkers who want to run this circuit in the opposite way of the description – from Wulaia to Lum should consider that the relief configuration favors it: the climb from Wulaia to the Mladineo path has a duration of 2.30 hours and the descent to Lum will only take 4.30 hours. The total walking is 7 hours allowing to execute the road in only one day. Otherwise, count 4.45 hours from Wulaia to the MILESTONE 6 (a site to camp in the forest) and 2.15 hours to Lum.<br>

MILESTONE 1 locates at the side of the bridge. A stairs allows to pass above the enclosure. Follow the river edge and do not worry for the dogs which only mark your way. After 150 meters there is a high forest where marks show the start of a well-marked track on the floor. 20 minutes after a rivulet affluent of Lum river crosses the road. MILESTONE 2 locates at the other side.<br>

'''CAMPAMENTO-WULAIA'''

This section begins in MILESTONE 6 from where you should follow some hundred of meters until suddenly exit the forest. Posts mark the south, a climb allows to reach a plain where you should surround a lagoon and then left it at the left side (east). Soon, a second lagoon at the right hand (west), where MILESTONE 7 locates at the edge on a small hillock on a MILESTONE of stone.<br>

From MILESTONE 13, a series of stone MILESTONES will guide your steps until crossing the river. Then, although there are no marks during half an hour, keep the same direction between tiny areas of forest to the left (south) and the river which has just forded at your right (north). Afterwards, high posts appear showing the road until a descent, here a short forest section crosses followed by the crossing of the Matanza river. At a few meters after fording the river, MILESTONE 14 indicates the entrance to a forest and the beginning of the last section of this path, which develops inside the forest and with a strong slope downwards. Follow the marks for not losing the track. One hour of walking and you will be at the exit of the forest. MILESTONE 15 locates over a door gate for livestock, 200 m through the pastureland having at sight the old former radio station from Wulaia.<br>

===Route description===