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WE HAD TO HITCHHIKE TO CHILE TO VISIT THIS PLACE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE MOUNTAINS #177

3 December 2023 · 29 min · 66K views · Paso de San Francisco

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Travelers in a self-built motorhome navigate the high-altitude terrain of the Andes near the Argentina-Chile border, specifically targeting Laguna Verde and the Balcón del Pisis.0:04 Due to restrictive border regulations requiring a 120-kilometer detour to reach the Chilean customs complex, the crew hitches a ride with other travelers to access Laguna Verde.0:16 The area features high-altitude conditions, including strong winds and steep, loose terrain that challenges vehicle traction.14:11 Observations at the site include a significant number of dead flamingos, potentially linked to an avian influenza outbreak in northern Argentina.14:51 After visiting the Balcón del Pisis, the travelers move to the Tatón dunes near Fiambalá for sandboarding.17:27 They utilize modified snowboard decks fitted with formica bases to improve sliding on sand.27:18 The journey concludes with plans to attend a traveler gathering and a raffle for their motorhome as they transition toward future sailing plans.27:46

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