10-Feb Futaleufu to Esquel

Futaleufu is nestled in the mountains along a stunning river, but it is largely a gringo community owing to the world class river rapids.  Aside from finding an outstanding restaurant, I wanted to get out asap to meet my colleague Al from DFO Whitehorse in Esquel.

Owing to the extreme heat and resulting fatigue, this is the only pic I have of glorious Futaleufu

After spending 2 hours updating the blog, I tried my hand at hitch hiking.  Two hours later, I was finally picked up by a cab and for $8 USD, I arrived in Esquel in sweltering heat.