Adventures of the Pratts

From Bariloche we drove to Puerto Madryn via a small town called Esquel. The long drive took us from the Andes to the Atlantic coast. There has been a marked difference in the scenery in the past 2 days. From the mountains, waterfalls and lush greens to semi arid conditions now we are on the Atlantic.

We have been in Puerto Madryn for the past 2 days. The town was founded by Welsh immigrants. Puerto Madryn is protected by the Golfo Nuevo, which is formed by Península Valdés and Punta Ninfas. The main reason for us being here is the wildlife, in particular the Southern Right Whale which breeds here this time of year.

Yesterday we went out to the Valdes Peninsular to view the Whales and we are still trying to absorb what we experienced. The Whales were amazing. They were so close, so many and so amazing.

After seeing the Whales we drove a little further around the peninsular to see the Elephant Seals.

Tomorrow we start a long slog to Buenos Aires. It is about 800 miles from here and will take us two days. We will be camping along the way which I am really looking forward to. Now we are on the Atlantic and heading back North, it will be getting warmer. ;-)