December 28, 2016
The team in Punta Arenas.
IMG Senior Guide Chris Meder checked in from Puerto Natales, Chile this afternoon. He reports that all trekkers arrived with all their bags yesterday afternoon, always a great way to start a trip. After quick introductions they made their way to La Luna for a nice dinner, then capped the night at the Sky Bar with beers overlooking the Straights of Magellan. Not a bad way to start off a trip!
This morning they took short a walking tour of Punta Arenas to touch the toe of the local Magellan Memorial (for good luck), exchange a little money and grab a few snacks for the road trip to Puerto Natales. After the drive, they knocked out gear checks. Now they’re at dinner now at La Guanaca, a nice little artisan pizzaria.
Tomorrow is both a contingency day for lost luggage (not an issue with this crew) and a free day to explore town a bit. Puerto Natales is a very friendly little walkable town with great shops & scenery. My bet is that some of them rent bikes tomorrow and cover a little ground to take in the sights. More on tomorrow, tomorrow.
All is well in Chilean Patagonia!
Tye Chapman