En route to the glaciers, we travelled the road between Rio Gallegos and Calafate. This route is often overlooked by travellers because of its inhospitable landscape. “There’s nothing there” we were told. But on a close inspection, this region of Patagonia revealed a fascinating world. We spotted patches of Mate Guanaco and a small herd of wild Guanacos, the indigenous animal for which the plant is named. We also found a small nature reserve providing a resting and breeding ground for blue-beaked ducks, pink flamingos, ibis and hawks; and en route to the glaciers, condors kept us company. For more information see International Features episode # 40.
About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.