patagonia
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An enchanting village like no other, Tortel sits in its own cove nestled in the Tortel Fjord deep in Chiles Patagonia. Situated between Chiles southern and northern icefields the village is overlooked by the Andes mountain range. Though now a tourist hotspot the commune was only connected by road to Chiles Carretera Austral in 2003.… Read more
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Capillas de Mármol in Chilean Patagonia are also known as the Marble Caves. These stunning caves have formed over a millennia by the lapping waves of the glacial lake ‘Lago General Carrera/Lago Buenos Aires’. Our Tour Fortune was in our favour when we visited the Marble Caves. Not only was the weather holding out with… Read more
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Route 40 is a route in western Argentine Patagonia and runs parallel to the Andes Mountains. Along the route are some popular stops at charming towns, as well as mountain views, beautiful lakes and breathtaking hikes (literally). What we came to realise after we drove the many many miles of open flat roads is that… Read more
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El Chalten is a small town nestled in the Los Glaciers National Park. Being a gateway into the park and it’s many trails it is a hub of activity. The town itself is small and basic with eateries, hostels and convenient super markets. Having been to the tourist centre we decided on the most popular… Read more
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Perito Moreno Glacier, is an impressive sight spanning a whopping 250km squared. The sounds of the ice cracking and crashing into the glacial waters below is certainly grand. It may only be the third largest glacier in Argentina but it is arguably the most famous. But with a cost of $45 per person is it… Read more