Chilean Fjords Glaciers Outshine Alaska's
❄️ Why Chilean Fjords Are the Ultimate Glacier Destination 1️⃣ More Spectacular & Untamed Fewer tourists than Alaska Glaciers here are more pristine and powerful (Alaska's have receded dramatically due to climate change—many now appear dark and dirty in summer) 2️⃣ Shared Icefield Wonder The glaciers seen in Chilean fjords and Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park are part of the same massive icefield—just opposite sides of the Andes! Includes Torres del Paine (Chile) ↔ Fitz Roy Massif (Argentina) 3️⃣ Pristine Wilderness Accessible Only by Cruise No roads, no towns—just raw, untouched nature Wildlife encounters: 🐋 Humpback whales (Sep-Mar) 🦭 Sea lions lounging on icebergs 4️⃣ Gateway Cities El Calafate (Argentina): Base for Perito Moreno Glacier Puerto Natales (Chile): Jumping-off point for Torres del Paine 5️⃣ Budget-Friendly Cruise Option Santiago (Chile) → Ushuaia (Argentina) route often has last-minute deals (cheaper than overland travel!) 🚢 How to Experience It Best Time: Oct-Apr (warmer, longer days) Must-Do: Small-ship cruises through Bernardo O'Higgins National Park #GlacierLovers #PatagoniaCruise #EndOfTheWorld