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Peninsula de Yuco

Argentina

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Experience the captivating beauty of Peninsula de Yuco and its beautiful beaches, where you'll discover the mesmerizing Andean-Patagonian forest. Witness the rich diversity of pellin, oak, and coihue trees, immersing yourself in the tranquil surroundings and natural splendor of this captivating destination.

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Yuco Peninsula

    Welcome, observant travelers, to one of the most exquisite hidden treasures of the Neuquen province: the Peninsula of Yuco. Our arrival here is the culmination of a journey that is, in itself, a crucial part of the Patagonian…

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  2. 2The Trailhead and the Forest Tunnel

    We commence our walking tour at the official trailhead, stepping off the dusty gravel of the parking area and immediately into a profound botanical sanctuary. The transition is instantaneous and overwhelming. …

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  3. 3Beach Number One: La Turquesa

    Emerging from the dense forest canopy, we arrive at the first of Yuco's five bays, appropriately designated by locals as 'La Turquesa,' or The Turquoise Beach. The visual impact of this location is immediate and astonishing. …

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  4. 4Beach Number Two: Las Arenosas

    Leaving the intense chromatic display of the first beach, we follow a short, connecting trail that hugs the coastline, bringing us to Beach Number Two. This area is commonly referred to as 'Las Arenosas,' or The Sandy Ones. …

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  5. 5Beach Number Three: Las Rocosas

    A brief walk from the sandy shores brings us to the most compact and intimate of the five bays: Beach Number Three, aptly named 'Las Rocosas,' or The Rocky Ones. As we step into this tiny enclave, the environment feels…

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  6. 6Beach Number Four: Muelle Viejo

    As we transition from the intimate enclosure of the third beach, the landscape suddenly opens up dramatically. We have arrived at Beach Number Four, known historically as 'Muelle Viejo,' or the Old Pier. …

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  7. 7Beach Number Five: Plaza del Bosque

    Our comprehensive traverse of the Yuco peninsula concludes at Beach Number Five, elegantly designated as 'Plaza del Bosque,' or the Forest Square. To reach this final coastal backwater, we must navigate the last segment of the…

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  8. 8Yuco Peninsula

    As we prepare to leave the Plaza del Bosque and begin our walk back toward the dusty gravel of the parking area, it is imperative to engage in a moment of scholarly reflection on the nature of the Yuco Peninsula. We have…

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What is Peninsula de Yuco?

Peninsula de Yuco is a place in Argentina with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationArgentina
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-40.1659, -71.5246
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