Wednesday, February 11, 2004
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
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This Argentine port provides an entrance to the
spectacular wildlife region of Patagonia, with its glacier-dotted mountainous
interior, Andean national parks and unique coastal wildlife. The area's natural
wonders include Peninsula Valdés, home to large populations of elephant seals,
sea lions, Magellanic penguins, flamingos and whales.
Patagonia Adventure
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From the pier we travelled through the residential area of Puerto Madryn,
to the Ecocenter (1
- 8) where we learned of the fauna of the region. Continue
towards Punta Loma Natural Reserve, where you will have the opportunity to see
the sea lion sanctuary. Although the tour description to expect "Young sea lions, which are not sexually
mature", the ones we saw were PLENTY active. (1
- 5).
Your tour continues to Estancia San Guillermo, where we enjoyed an Argentine barbecue lunch
(1 - 5), learned of the
region’s flora and witnessed a sheep sheering demonstration (1
- 7). Experience the
Guanacos that reside on the ranch.
That night, we enjoyed another sing-along before pizza and sushi dinner in
casual dining, followed by a screening of Chicago.
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Useful Links
Argentina
Department of Tourism
Common Rhea ( 1,
2)
Patagonia
(National Geographic)
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