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Laguna Colorada has been placed alongside the Salar de Uyuni salt flats as ‘Bolivia’s most incredible natural wonder.’
The almost blood-red lagoon, filled with hundreds of pink flamingos, sits near the border of Chile, inside the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve (usually the first stop).
GPS Coordinates: 22.2083° S, 67.7735° W
At 4,800 meters above sea level, you may experience a lack of oxygen, or difficulty breathing.
According to folklore beliefs, the water is the blood of the gods. However, scientists have a different theory. namely, that the color is a direct result of the algae and rich minerals in the water.
Whatever the reason, thanks to the abundance of plankton in the lagoon, flamingos are drawn to the lake in their hundreds.
Mark your calendar for December through to April to enjoy the amazing scenery as you walk alongside the lagoon side.
The Andean flamingo is one of three species on the lagoon. It’s quite a spectacular achievement on its own, i.e. to observe three of the world’s six species in one single location!
In addition to such a remarkable variety, one of the three species is incredibly rare. Namely, James’ flamingos. Until 1956 it was thought the James’ flamingos are extinct. A small population was discovered and today it remains a protected species.
You also get to see the Chilean flamingos. Depending which side of the lake you are, there’s a small circuit you can walk to get a closer view.
Both sexes are alike, but the male is slightly larger.
A visit to the picturesque town of Gramado is definitely something to put on your travel bucket list.
Read more...A small indoor display area provides shelter against the wind. It also has explanatory posters on the wildlife and the ecology of Laguna Colorada.
Enjoy refreshments at the small coffee shop over discussions about the spectacular color of the deep crimson jaw-dropping lake.
A viewing telescope provides a closer look at the elegant birds.
“Explore the world’s largest salt flat on a 2-day excursion from Uyuni—ideal for travelers with time constraints. You’ll ride in a comfortable vehicle and enjoy spectacular views of the Salar de Uyuni with stops at indigenous villages, geysers, hot springs, high plateau mountains, and multicolored lagoons. Take perspective photos at Incahuasi Island and spend one night at a hotel in the middle of the desert.” – Viator
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