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The beginning
22 year old Charles Darwin begins a 5 year trip around the world as the HMS Beagle's naturalist. -
The book
When visiting the Cape Verde Islands, Darwin decided to write a book on the geology of the countries he visited -
Crossing the equator
When crossing the equator, Darwin was blindfolded and was shaved -
The Rainforest
Darwin explore the beauty of the Brazilian rainforests for the first time. -
Punta Alta, Argentina
Darwin discovers large fossils in Punta Alta, Argentina. -
Falkland Islands
Darwin finds Brachiopods who ere once the most abundant organisms on Earth. -
Rio Negro, Argentina
Darwin explores the lowlands of Pampas. -
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The eruption
Darwin sees Mount Osorno erupt and experiences an earthquake.He comes to the conclusion that the size of the island he is staying on was more or less affected by the eruptions of the mountain. -
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The Finches & The Galapagos Islands
Darwin finds the finches he is well known for, after thinking they were many different birds. -
Sydney,Australia
Darwin visits Australia and wonders why there are completely different animals in Australia. -
Cocos Islands
Darwin studies coral reefs growing around islands to test his theory. -
Cape Town South Africa
Darwin visits Cape Town -
Home Sweet Home
Darwin reaches home at last