[152] A long level point terminating in a steep bluff one hundred and fifty feet high. It is in 5° 55´ S.

[153] These are the islands of Lobos de Afuera, about one hundred feet high. There are regular soundings in fifty fathoms between them and the shore.

[154] The road of Malabrigo is a bad anchorage, though somewhat better than the road of Huanchaco, the port of Truxillo, which is in 8° 6´ S.

[155] There is a small cove with a tolerable landing on the north side of Guañape hill.

[156] Santa bay, though small, is a tolerable port, and fresh provisions, vegetables, and water may be procured.

[157] Ferrol bay is an excellent place for a vessel to careen, being entirely free from the swell of the ocean. There is no fresh water.

[158] The bay of Casma is a snug anchorage.

[159] Guarmay is the best place on the coast for firewood. The river cannot be depended upon for supplies of water, except during the wet season.

[160] There are large salt lakes here.

[161] Several islets off the coast.