Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego continues to inspire. The southernmost town in the world, Ushuaia is obviously based on tourism, but it has a charm all to its own. Houses and roads are scattered in every which direction. According to locals, people just built houses here, then worried about roads, water, electricity, etc. It's a destination and getaway point to the South Atlantic and Antarctica all in one. This is were I will embark on my Antarctic odyssey as well as explore Tierra del Fuego National Park.
Joining a tour company I went on a trekking and paddling trip through Tierra del Fuego National Park. Stunning views along the coast, our trek took us into the forest, with dense Beech and evergreen forests. All along the trek on the coast, Chile was just on the other side of the Bays and Lakes, with views of the beginning of Cape Horn that leads to the Drake Passage to Antarctica. Weather changes constantly, from bright sun to drizzle to heavy downpours within minutes. But no mind, just a glorious adventure and so good to get a workout before setting sail. Great paddling along the river that took us to our drop off point. Finally a visit to the end of the Pan American Highway point. If you stay on this road all the way you can make it to Alaska. Another trip for another time!! Great last few days before embarkation.
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