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Having enriched their spirits in Bariloche, the next stage of the expedition involved crossing into Chile. A six-hour bus ride took them to Puerta Varas, from where they planned to hitchhike along the Carretera Austral, the iconic road that meanders through Chilean Patagonia.
Carretera Austral, an unpaved beauty, stretches over 1,200 kilometers through spectacular forests, majestic fjords, and glaciers. The expedition team aimed to take their time—nearly three weeks—hitchhiking, interacting with locals, and seeking adventure through remote hikes.