We were unable to cruise by the Amelia Glacier due to high winds, but we did see others which were quite impressive.
The National Snow and Ice Data Center explains glaciers: “Glaciers are made up of fallen snow that, over many years, compresses into large, thickened ice masses. Glaciers form when snow remains in one location long enough to transform into ice. What makes glaciers unique is their ability to move. Due to sheer mass, glaciers flow like very slow rivers.”
Continue reading to see a gallery of several glacier photos we took. Continue reading “Scenic Cruising in Chile – Glaciers!”
Our tender boats left the ship and arrived at the terminal. There, all items were screened carefully (similar to airport security) before entrance was allowed to Chile. Even though the cruise line warns passengers not to take food off the ship, people still try to get away with it. There was a posted fine for bringing prohibited items into the country. I saw a pile of confiscated fruit on top of the scanners. I never saw the offense, so I don’t know if they enforced the fine or not.