About
A river that glows with rainbow colors from aquatic plants.
Why go
- The most beautiful river of colors in the world
- Walking along it feels like being inside a painting
- A surreal and breathtaking landscape that looks like another planet
Must try
- Swim in the Rainbow River
- Hike through the riverbed
- Marvel at the Los Ochos Formation
- Swim in natural pools like La Piscina del Turista
- Hike to Los Pailones for sunset
Pro tips
- Go in season, roughly June to November
- Requires a flight to La Macarena, then boat and 4x4
- Must enter with a certified local guide
- Park runs roughly June to November
- Best seen May-November
Good to know
- No sunscreen or bug spray allowed in the water
- Park closes in November for plant reproduction
- Strict environmental regulations
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (326 reviews)