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ZONDA WIND PUTS OUR MOTORHOME IN DANGER | Catamarca, Argentina #174 - Chez Team
24 November 2023 · 30 min · 13K views · Salar de Antofalla
What this video covers
The crew of a motorhome traveling through the remote Salar de Antofaya in Catamarca, Argentina, faces extreme environmental conditions, including high-velocity winds that force dust and small stones into the vehicle's interior.2:15 The harsh terrain, characterized by severe washboard roads, causes mechanical damage to the motorhome, specifically bending a chassis reinforcement bar that interferes with the steering linkage.12:50 The crew repairs the bar on-site.13:08 The region lacks tourism infrastructure and signage, making navigation difficult in the high-altitude desert.21:02 To mitigate the risk of getting lost, the travelers rely on GPS applications, specifically Locus Map for terrain elevation profiles and route planning, and iOverlander for identifying water sources, fuel availability, and road conditions reported by other travelers.22:59 The area features unique geological formations, including the Laguna Verde and various mineral-rich pools, which contain high levels of arsenic and are largely inaccessible without off-road capability.5:29 Proper navigation tools and pre-planning for fuel and water are essential for safety in remote, high-altitude regions where cellular service is unavailable.
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