The most beautiful lakes in South America
The best of lakes in South America
South America offers an incredible number of beautiful lakes thanks to the Altiplano plateau and the almost endless Andes ridge. We have such beautiful mountain lakes and colorful lagoons full of flamingos. Let's take a look at the most beautiful ones
Laguna Colorada
The most beautiful lake of Bolivia
Red Laguna Colorada belongs among one of the biggest attractions of this part of Bolivia. You will admire here thousands of flamingos living in this red lagoon surrounded by volcanic mountains. continue reading
Titicaca Lake
The most famous lake in South America
This fabulous lake is situated at an altitude of 3 820 meters above sea level. It is often stated as the highest navigable lake in the world. With its area of 8549 square kilometers it is also the second largest lake in South America. There are 36 islands and it has a clear blue colored water. It is actually a remnant of an ancient sea that once covered almost entire Altiplano. continue reading
Chungara lake
Chile's Lake Jewel
Highly lying, the large Chungara Lake (4,561 meters above sea level) is one of the most beautiful Southamerican lakes, thanks to the volcanic peaks surrounding it. The most beautiful is the view of the Parinacot volcano towering directly above the northern end of the lake. It is the biggest touristic attraction in the north of Chile. continue reading
General Carrera lake
Amazing Patagonian lake
On the border between Chile and Argentina lies the beautiful Lake General Carrera (other name Lago Buenos Aires). At the same time it is the largest Chilean lake (the fourth Argentinean) with a depth of up to 600 meters. The lake is surrounded by glacier-treated mountains and you can find beautiful romantic beaches and rocky islands. continue reading
Lago Nordenskjold
The most picturesque lake in Torres del Paine
Directly below the monumental towers of Cuernos del Paine lies the beautiful glacier lake Lago Nordenskjold. Exactly matching the idea of Patagonia. Around the wind-blasted landscape and in the lake cyan glacial water continue reading
Laguna de Los Tres
The amazing lake under Fitz Roy
Hike to the lagoon de Los Tres (1,770 meters above sea level) is the most popular tour around the monumental Fitz Roy granite towers. There is no wonder at all. The lagoon is set in an absolutely amazing scenery that you will not want to leave at all in good weather. continue reading
Laguna Verde
Mirror for Licancabur
Lagoon Verde is one of the best experiences during the trips to the Bolivian southwestern Altiplano not only for its nice color, but also for the beautiful silhouette of volcano Licancabur. continue reading
Canaima Lagoon
Laguna with massive waterfalls
Canaima is not just a village serving as a starting point for the Salto Angel, it is also a beautiful lagoon where some waterfall and form where you can see the beautiful table mountains continue reading
Laguna Torre
The lake under the magnificent granite tower
Perhaps the most beautiful lake in the area of Fitz Roy's granite towers is Laguna Torre. Directly above the lake is the beautiful peak Cerro Torre. In addition, the glacier falls into the lake directly as a bonus. continue reading
Jatuncocha Lagoon
The most beautiful lagoon in the Huaytapallana
During a trip to the Huaytapallana Mountains, you will find a number of very beautiful lagoons. The most beautiful of them is called Jatuncocha continue reading
