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Hanging Glacier Falls, Chile

From series “Most Fanciful Waterfalls of the Planet”
Height: 80 meters.

On the territory of the Queulat Puyuguapi National Park in Chile is an amazing waterfall, named the Hanging Glacier, whose name is literally translated as 'waterfall of the hanging glacier'. The name completely reflects the main feature of the waterfall - it really flows from the Ventisquero Colgante glacier. The height of this strange waterfall is about 80 meters. Usually, it consists of two streams of water, but sometimes, a third stream appears in the period of peak melting of the glacier.

The Hanging Glacier Waterfall is considered the most impressive not only in the country, but also on the territory of South America. Because of the high limestone content and other minerals, the glacier between two rocks has always azure hue. The same colour has water which is collected in the pools of the waterfall. The discoverer of the natural landmark was Captain Enrique Simpson, who explored this terrain in 1875. If his measurements were accurate, then for the last hundred years the Ventisquero Colgante glacier has shifted by several kilometers.

Water from the glacier feeds one of the local rivers and contributes to the formation of an amazing landscape along its banks. Obviously, the best time to visit the Hanging Glacier waterfall will be summer months, when the glacier melts most actively and allows streams of water to gain full power. It is noteworthy, that the pools formed by the waterfall are open for swimming. Not everyone risks to venture into this entertainment even in the summer, as the water in the waterfall is very cold. To the beginning - Augrabies Falls

Hanging Glacier Falls - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

Cafe/restaurant: 'Puyuhuapi Lodge & Spa' in 31 km

Nearest airports:
 »  El Tepual Airport PMC - in 334 km

Best hotels near Hanging Glacier Falls

Puyuhuapi Lodge & Spa

Located in 32 km from Hanging Glacier Falls
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Rooms: 30
Providing a tranquil environment, the rooms in Puyuhuapi Lodge & Spa feature private bathrooms, seating areas and fjord views. Guests at Puyuhuapi … More: photo, rates and booking
Altomelimoyu

Located in 47 km from Hanging Glacier Falls
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Rooms: 8
Rooms at Altomelimoyu are equipped with heating and cable TV. Laundry services are possible. El Fraile Ski Centre is 295 km from the property and … More: photo, rates and booking
Posada Queulat

Located in 55 km from Hanging Glacier Falls
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Rooms: 5
Rooms at Queulat are equipped with private bathrooms and free toiletries. Some of them feature rustic wood furnishings and private balconies with … More: photo, rates and booking
Hotel y Cabañas Queitao Patagonia

Located in 117 km from Hanging Glacier Falls
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Rooms: 5
The rooms are bright and welcoming. They have light-wood features and rugs on the floor. Each bungalow comes with a private bathroom, a kitchen and … More: photo, rates and booking

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