A bit late on the post, as there was no Internet at last night’s stay, which was the perfect place for an electronic detox! The most amazing energy at Villa Traful, right on the lake front, paradise!
The weather was perfect for the journey. In a place known for its high wind speed, the 2 days of the trip was perfect!
Before departing Boriliche:

So, for the journey, my travel buddies were Ben & Tanya. Talk about the Brady Bunch. We have Ben, the Germany train engineer, not the kind with the funny hat that blows the whistle and tops up the coal, but the one who does track and electrical signal testing and certification.
Then we have Tanya, the Russian financial specialist living in London, who sold Top Gear to the BBC. She was with us until San Martin de los Andes, then bailed for a 22 hour bus trip to BA!
So the lakes as we passed them:
Lago Nahuel Huapi (Boriloche on this)

Because the first lake is so huge, we decided to stop at Villa la Angostra for coffee…..

Checking what Santa had in his sack…..

A great set of falls along the Route. I have now cancelled my trip to Iguazu, as I just can’t see the point:

Lago Correntoso:

Lago Espejo:

Lago Villarino:

Lago Hermoso:

Lago Machonio:

Lago Lacar (San Martin de los Andes rests on the edge of this lake) :

Was exceptionally funny to see 6 members of the Argentina Navy in full uniform by the Lake. I’m not sure of the threat of invasion via the lake but clearly it is clear and present.

San Martin (lunch stop):

Then, after dropping Tanya, it was time to back track half way to Villa Traful, on the edge of Lake Traful, where we spent the night.

So, departed this morning for Boriloche again, ready for my flight to BA to catch Blacky & Ricardo tonight.
Most amazing view of the Lake on driving East:

So, another great adventure that I rate as a ‘must see’ if in this part of the world.
McKenna, out.