We're leaving Patagonia now, about to board a 27-hour-long bus north to Bariloche, for yet more mountains and outdoor time. After Bariloche, most likely continuing north to Mendoza, Argentina's wine capital!
Patagonia is not a budget destination. Prices are similar to the US, but at least you get good quality for what you pay for. We've been struggling to stay in our daily budget, alternating self catering and steak (which as an Argentine staple is surprisingly affordable). Busses are pricey, as are the museums we've visited.
We just spent 2 nights in El Chalten, Argentina's self-proclaimed trekking capital. A tiny town on national park land, founded in 1985 in the shadow of Mt Fitz Roy. Pick any direction to walk out of town (which will only take a few minutes) and you'll find trailheads.
We spent 2 days hiking a combination of shorter hikes. Autumn is in full swing here, so the colors are vivid. There are Huemul, endangered miniature deer, which live in the park but are hard to see. I was excited that I kept finding hoof prints on the trails until I caught up with the source: cows.
-Peter
Staggering scenery.
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