Futaleufu Travel Guide
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The futaleufu valley is a remote region in what is known as the "Andean
Corridor of Lakes" in northern patagonia. It is known for its truely
world class whitewater and dramatic scenery of volcanic peaks and
crystal blue rivers.
It is only accessible by ferry, plane in chaiten, or driving across the argentinian border near esquel.
At the turn of the century, Chile provided homesteads and economic incentives to populate the area and prevent Argentina from splitting the country in two. The town of futaleufu has built up around ranching and the tourist industry that those seeking whitewater thrills have attracted.
It is only accessible by ferry, plane in chaiten, or driving across the argentinian border near esquel.
At the turn of the century, Chile provided homesteads and economic incentives to populate the area and prevent Argentina from splitting the country in two. The town of futaleufu has built up around ranching and the tourist industry that those seeking whitewater thrills have attracted.
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