Today was our first voyage ashore in Coquimbo and La Serena for those of us who opted for the included excursion set of in high spirits after we’d docked in the afternoon. Our guides told us stories of piracy along this coast and tales of buried treasure hidden in La Herradura Bay. There was a chance for souvenirs before re-boarding the ship for dinner. Later we enjoyed a talk given by our Expedition Leader Steffen and Hotel Manager Haris, which introduced us to the ship.