Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante: A Hanging Glacier's Cascade
Witness the awe-inspiring Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante in Aysén, Chile, where a hanging glacier gives birth to a stunning waterfall within a pristine Patagonian landscape.
Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante, or Hanging Glacier Falls, is a stunning waterfall within Chile's Queulat National Park in the Aysén region. Formed by the meltwaters of a hanging glacier, the falls dramatically plunge over a cliff, creating a mesmerizing display of nature's power and beauty.
A brief summary to Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante
- Cisnes, Aysén, CL
Local tips
- The park is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Make sure to leave the park by 4:30 PM.
- Purchase park entrance tickets online in advance.
- Bring binoculars for a closer look at the glacier and surrounding wildlife.
- Be prepared for changing weather conditions by bringing waterproof clothing and sturdy hiking boots.
- Visit during the summer months (December to February) for the best weather.
Getting There
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Car
From Coyhaique, drive north on Route 7 (Carretera Austral) for approximately 4 hours (200 km). Follow signs to Puerto Cisnes, then continue on Route 7 until you see signs for Cisnes. Turn towards Cisnes, about 30 km away. Follow local signs to Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante, roughly 12 km from Cisnes. Be prepared for unpaved roads near the waterfall. Parking is available near the trailhead.
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Public Transport
From Coyhaique, take a bus to Puyuhuapi. From Puyuhuapi, hire a local agency, rent a bike, or hitchhike to reach the park. Alternatively, take a bus from Coyhaique to Cisnes (3-4 hours). From Cisnes, hire a taxi or arrange a tour to the waterfall, approximately 45 km away. Confirm taxi fares in advance.
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