Escape off the beaten track in Patagonia

We had the most marvellous day in Puerto Raul Merin Balmaceda. This is a tiny  town of 300 inhabitants, almost on the coast of Chile but tucked into an inlet and quite protected. The streets are all sand and the people are wonderfully friendly. 

We arrived last night after 3 hours on a dirt road with very little traffic, and a free vehicle ferry that operates on an 'as needed basis' in the main day hours. 

This morning we went kayaking. We explored the rocky shore across from the town and saw many interesting things including starfish, sea urchins, many shellfish, and sea-lions swimming and dolphins on a rapid chase. 

On return to the vehicle H went fishing and was happy to catch raballo. A local chatted with us and we shared our dinner with him ... All in all it was a wonderful day. And although this town is so far away, it's a gem!