Most people visiting Bolivia are there to explore its stunning salt flats, but did you know these aren’t the only salt-based wonders that this South American country has in store? Salt lakes, aka lagunas, are also scattered all around it and here are three that you should explore during your visit.
Laguna Colorada
The first salt lake that comes to mind when someone mentions Bolivia, Laguna Colorada is one of its biggest natural wonders. It’s located in close proximity to the Chilean border and it’s best known for its vibrant pink color and a large colony of flamingos flocking to its shores.
Laguna Verde
Laguna Verde literally means “green lake” and it’s not hard to see why it got this name. Its emerald green waters are a sight to behold, but they’re not the only reason to visit it. It’s located at the foot of volcanos Licancabur and Juriques, and its surroundings are as spectacular as the lake itself.
Laguna Hedionda
Many of Bolivia’s salt lakes are home to flamingos, but none of them compares to Laguna Hedionda. It’s home to several migratory species of pink and white flamingos, but its location in the backdrop of snow-covered mountains makes it popular with many other animal species, including llamas and alpacas.