We had heard very good things about cycling the Chico Circuit, a 26km route through the National Park in Bariloche. Having said this, I have never done a proper cycle before and felt very nervous. (more…)
Argentina
Bariloche – where there’s more to do than just skiing!
San Carlos de Bariloche is a small city situated in the foothills of the Andes on the southern shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake, within the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Although incredibly popular with snow-sport enthusiasts, Bariloche is also becoming a hot-spot for cyclists and trekkers. (more…)
Visiting Iguazu Falls, from Two Different Countries
Iguazu Falls is the point at which the Iguazu River reaches and cascades over the Paraná Plateau, on the border between Argetina and Brazil. The vast majority of the river runs through Brazil, originating at Curitaba. Disappointingly enough for Brazilians, though, the river stabs Brazil in the back at the last minute as the largest portion of the falls lies in Argentina. (more…)