- Location: Neuquén, Argentina
- Phone: +54 2942 43-1982
Patagonia is beautiful. It does not matter at all whether you have seen it all, or just visited one of the secluded corners - still this trip can impress even the greatest skeptic. To say that the nature here is amazing - as if to remain silent at all. Among this luxury lies the Laguna Blanca National Park, which leaves after itself amazement and delight in the minds of travelers.
Features of the park
In the north of the Argentinian Pratanda Patagonia there is a small but friendly city of Sapala . Its population does not exceed the mark of 32 thousand people, however, tourists come here very often. And all the fault of Laguna Blanca, because it is in the vicinity of this town, surrounded by hills and crevices, and this park is located. Its area totals 112 square meters. km, and the history begins with 1940.
A noteworthy landmark in the park is the lagoon, which serves as a home for a variety of black-necked swans. It was for the sake of preserving their population that this reserve was once founded. In addition to these birds, there are many waterfowl birds here. More than 200 of their species stop at the Laguna Blanke for nesting. The lake itself is of volcanic origin, which only adds zest to the surrounding landscape.
On the territory of the reserve, near the lagoon, is the ancient cave Salamanca. Surprisingly, there are preserved prehistoric rock paintings and paintings. Scientists firmly believe that once in it lived the ancient ancestors of modern people. Stepping on the land of Laguna Blanka, the tourist gets the opportunity not only to see firsthand the wonderful world and nature of Patagonia, but also to touch the breath of the past.
Tourist infrastructure
In the national park of Laguna Blanca, special trails are built for the convenience of tourists. Following the route, you can admire the birds off the west coast, without fear of disturbing them. And in the spring, visitors can be fortunate enough to see the marriage feasts of birds.
In the lake, located on the territory of the reserve, it is allowed to catch trout. However, for this you need to buy a license in the Visitors Service Center. In addition, in Laguna Blanca there is an opportunity to set up a tent and stay here for the night, admiring the delightful view of the starry sky.
How to get to Laguna Blanca Park?
A bus runs daily from the city of Zapala to the Laguna Blanca National Park. In a rented car, you can drive along the RN40 and RP46, it takes about half an hour.