Southern Chile is a true beauty. Everywhere I go, my jaw is ..
Added 2025-02-19 01:18:03 +0000 UTCSouthern Chile is a true beauty. Everywhere I go, my jaw is hanging wide open! The trees are so green, the Rocky Mountains stand so tall, and the people are so incredible and kind. The food is delicious and I’m meeting new people everyday that have so many stories to share!
I had the pleasure of visiting the Capillas de Mármol (the marble chapels) in Lago General Carrera (Lake General Carrera). I left Coyhaique around 5:30 AM and arrived at Puerto Rio Tranquilo at 10:45AM. The drive was long and bumpy but the scenery was fantastic. My group and I put on our life jackets and and jumped into a small boat.
This water was turquoise blue. I think it’s the most beautiful blue water I have ever seen in my entire life. Our guide told us that the mineral in the water in the dimmer months is what makes it so blue and in the winter time, it’s a lot clearer. I have to say this again, the water was so damn BLUE and BRIGHT!
The rock surrounding the water is made of marble and because of perfect conditions in this specific lake, the water has been eroding its way through to make beautiful caves. These caves are big enough to fit small boats and there’s even a tunnel you can ride through. The marble is smooth to the touch but it looks like someone carved it out with a tool. They’re breathtaking and they look badass. If you ever find yourself in Patagonia, make sure to check these out! :)
The ride back, unfortunately, was awful. I feel like my ass is permanently square now. My butthole might even be square now because I was sitting for so long 😭 I could really use a massage… and I’d happily pay you for it ;)
