Your Travel Experience with Argentinien Pro
Trans-Andean Panorama: From Puerto Río Tranquilo to Perito Moreno
This fascinating journey offers a first-class contrast of landscapes and cultures. Your journey begins on the shores of Lake General Carrera – Chile’s largest inland lake – whose almost surreal, turquoise waters accompany you along the winding Route 265. The road winds its way along steep rock faces, offering majestic views of the ice-capped peaks of the Andes. On the way, you’ll pass through the historic little town of Chile Chico. Thanks to a unique microclimate, this Chilean oasis is surprisingly home to cherry orchards and vineyards amidst the rugged natural landscape. The region is also of great historical interest as the homeland of the Tehuelche indigenous people. Once you cross the border, the landscape changes abruptly: the dense forests give way to the endless, windswept expanse of the Argentine Patagonian steppe along the legendary Ruta 40. You will eventually reach the town of Perito Moreno. This is regarded as the historic centre of sheep farming and is the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Cueva de las Manos – a rocky gorge featuring cave paintings dating back thousands of years. An unforgettable journey that perfectly combines the untamed power of the Andes with the pioneering spirit and vast expanses of South America.