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extending from Atacama Desert with salt pans, flamingos
and phantasmagoric volcanoes to the fjord, peaks and
glaciers of Patagonia and on the far side to the wild
seas and stunning islands at the tail end of South America,
is an ideal place for vacationing. And being a trekking
enthusiast, life simply becomes easy here. There are
many mountainous and volcanic trails, untrodden forests,
parks waiting for the trekkers. So lets put the trekking
gears and embark on the journey of trekking
in Chile .
Chile, a land of juxtaposed natural trails comprising
of deserts, mountains, Mediterranean landscapes, attractive
islands, plains, ice fields, fjords, lakes, and glaciers,
is an exemplar of unspoiled nature, services and security.
You can trek these wilderness areas portraying bounty
of nature and relish those blissful moments which are
tough to find elsewhere. However, Punta Arenas is the
right place to venture on trekking expedition in Chile.
While you are planning to go for trekking do not forget
to keep some important points in mind.
These are;
- First-aid kit
- Adequate sunscreen and appropriate clothing (hat
and a long-sleeved top) to protect against sun.
- Inform family or friends and the park-rangers of
intended route.
- If you get lost make yourself visible and noticed
with bright clothes, make noise, and use a whistle.
- Avoid dumping garbage on your trails
However with these points in mind you should also carry
some essential trekking gears . These
include;
- Map
- Magnetic compass
- Water
- Food
- Matches
- Torch
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to do in Chile .
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