Some Photos from Bariloche

I headed down to Bariloche in January for Brendan's 30th birthday and to get a bit of a taste of the outdoor summer life that Patagonia is famous for. This time it was a lot different to when I went to meet him in September when he first arrived. Then it was a ski resort town and pretty damn cold and grey. Now in the height of summer it was sunny and warm and there was plenty of exciting stuff to do to keep us occupied.

Swimming in the river in the background was a real highlight. Fast flowing currents, crystal clear water and trout swimming in some areas.

This lake was just a half hour ride on the mountain bikes from Brendan's place. The water was pretty cold but swimming surrounded by snow-capped mountains is pretty cool for us Qlders.

Getting the fire pit ready for some choripans (seasoned sausages on bread)

After climbing to the top of a lookout for dinner (photo taken about 10pm)

Brendan and Sofi.

Brendand the rugged mountain man on his 30th b'day.

A gift from Sofi was a round at the local 9 hole golf course. Unfortunately 4 of the 9 holes were shut (?) and there was only half a set of ladies clubs for us to use, but it was a fierce competition anyway.

This was a pretty amazing tee off - pretty skinny fairway though!