Lets try Ruta 39 instead

'The good Ruta 39'

The German couple we passed in the Landcrusier had suggested the crossing to Chile via Ruta 39 wasn't too bad. I was up for anything to get off Ruta 40.
At an average speed of 37km/hr, we were slower still. But it's not all about the speed. Especially when you have beautiful scenery. And fun tracks to ride. And most importantly, no wind.

'Cowboys and gals'

We passed through paddocks where the sheep and cows didn't run out in front of you. There were twists and turns in the track as we made our way back into the Andes. Lakes of amazing blues and turquoise to stop and have lunch at. Pink flamingoes and Condors and all manor of wild life.
A long day but free camping by a stream, just across the Chilean border, in the mountains, was heaven. Who needs that beach.