Bolivia | Uyuni Red Lake——A bloody miracle on the plateau

| Uyuni Red Lake - a bloody miracle on the plateau. 👍 Recommended reason: The dreamlike red lake on the plateau Laguna Colorada is one of the most amazing natural wonders in Bolivia and is known as "the most unlike-Earth place on Earth". This plateau lake is rich in algae and minerals, and it presents a dreamy red, orange and pink gradient under the sunlight, forming a breathtaking beauty with the white borax islands and volcanoes in the distance. This is not only a paradise for photographers, but also the largest Andean flamingo habitat in South America. The pink flamingos dancing on the blood-red lake are so beautiful! ✅ Unique red lake water: a fantastic color due to algae and minerals, rarely seen in the world; ✅ Flamingo Paradise - You can enjoy three species of Andean flamingos up close (Chilean flamingo, Andean flamingo, James flamingo); ✅ Wonderful scenery of plateau salt lake: the lake surface is divided into fantastic color blocks by white borax, deep red lake water and blue sky, which has a strong visual impact; ✅ Wilderness Adventure Sense - The remote Eduardo Avaroa National Park in Bolivia is one of the most magnificent natural landscapes in South America. ⸻ 📅 Game guide: How to play the game in the most shocking way? 🌟 Must-try items 📸 Red Lake + Flamingo Photography - The pink feathers of the flamingo against the backdrop of the Red Lake are absolutely beautiful; 🦩 Watch three species of flamingos - this is the largest habitat for Andean flamingos. If you are lucky, you can see thousands of flamingos foraging at the same time; 🛤 Hiking by the lake - Walking by the lake, you can observe the color changes of the lake water up close and feel the wonders of nature; 🌅 Sunset - When the setting sun shines on the lake, the volcano, lake and flamingos form a surreal picture; 🔭 Look up at the pure starry sky - Red Lake is far away from light pollution, and the starry sky at night is extremely stunning. It is one of the best stargazing spots in South America. 🕰 Recommended play time 📌 1-2 hours. If you are a photography enthusiast or nature lover, you can stay longer to observe the flamingos and the changing colors of the lake. 🌞 Best time to view ✔ 10:00am-3:00pm – The sun is strong and the lake is the brightest red; ✔ Sunset (5:00-6:00 pm) – The setting sun shines on the lake, which is dreamy. ⸻ 🚗 Transportation guide: How to get there? 📍 Location: Red Lake is located in southwestern Bolivia, belonging to Eduardo Avaroa National Park, at an altitude of about 4,278 meters, about 250 kilometers from the town of Uyuni. 🚙 Common ways to get there: ✅ Uyuni Salt Flats 3-Day/4-Day Tour - Most tourists will join the multi-day expedition of Uyuni Salt Flats + Red Lake + Green Lake + Stone Trees + Hot Springs. The Red Lake is usually the highlight of the third day; ✅ Off-road vehicle self-driving - You can rent a 4WD from Uyuni, but professional driving experience is required because the road conditions are complicated; ✅ Entering from Chile - If you enter Bolivia from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, the Red Lake will be an important stop on the route into Uyuni. ⸻ 🏨 Accommodation recommendation: Experience a mysterious night in the wilderness Accommodation is limited near Red Lake, and most visitors choose to stay in basic hotels in Uyuni town or along the border. If you want to experience the wilderness night view + starry sky, you can choose: 🏨 Tayka del Desierto - the best hotel in the national park, with simple facilities but unbeatable views; 🏨 Hotel de Sal Luna Salada - A unique salt brick hotel in Uyuni town, offering a comfortable accommodation experience. ⸻ 🍽 Food recommendation: Uyuni Town specialties Due to the desolate Red Lake area, meals mostly rely on the simple meals provided by the tour group. It is recommended to bring your own snacks and water. Once you are back in Uyuni, you can try: 🥩 Llama Steak - A Bolivian specialty, it tastes similar to beef but is leaner; 🍲 Quinoa Soup - a specialty food from the Bolivian highlands, rich in nutrients and a must-try for warming the stomach; 🌮 Bolivian Salteñas - South American version of "fried dumplings", with crispy crust and juicy and delicious filling; 🍵 Coca Tea - can relieve altitude sickness and is suitable for drinking in high altitude areas. ⸻ 💗 Other Tips ✔️ Altitude sickness: Red Lake is 4,278 meters above sea level, and it is easy to have altitude sickness. It is recommended to take anti-altitude sickness drugs in advance, slowly adapt, and avoid strenuous exercise; ✔️ Clothing guide: The temperature difference between day and night is large, so it is recommended to wear a windproof jacket + a warm inner layer + a sun hat, and non-slip hiking shoes are best; ✔️ Photography tips: •The wide-angle lens can capture the panoramic view of the lake + the stunning picture of the dancing flamingos; •Telephoto lens is suitable for capturing close-up of flamingos; ✔️ Environmental awareness: Red Lake is a precious ecological reserve. Please do not feed or disturb the flamingos, and do not discard garbage at will. 🌟 Uyuni Red Lake, a bloody miracle hidden in the South American plateau, waiting for your adventure! 🔴