Driving a Defender at the Altiplano, What Can Go Wrong? La Puna// EP.72

Traveling the altiplano (La Puna) in Argentina, the 2nd highest plateau in the world in a Land Rover Defender. What could possibly go wrong?

Well, just stay in the video to find out.

We leave Mina Julia at 5000 m above sea level as the wind is getting crazy. We didn't know that the day was going to get even more adventurous. The path we chose is one of the most demanding in the area where there is a very steep hill, with loose sand. It gets late and we get some shelter in one mine station. The next day is one of the most beautiful we have ever experienced, mind blowing landscapes.

Continuing south we get to Laguna Verde, full with microorganisms giving the water a turquoise color. We have some lunch and leave as the wind is unbearable. We see many animals on the way, vicuñas and many llamas, really beautiful.

We arrive at Antofagasta de la Sierra and can put finally diesel after more than 600km on the tank. But we need to spend two days at el Peñón, putting apart the starter which was not starting reliable anymore.

Next stop Campo de Piedra Pomez, a huge pumice stone field. Absolutely incredible. We spend the day offroading the reserve and driving on volcanic rock. Until we suddenly see green and mountains. Hidden some hot springs and two beautiful hot pools. This was really a paradise.

What an epic adventure, one we will remember for many years to come.
Enjoy the Ride!

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