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Cano Cristales
Known as the River of Five Colors or the Liquid Rainbow, this remote river displays vivid reds, yellows, greens, and blues from aquatic plants.
8 km · about 15 min drive
Meta Department, Colombia · South America
La Macarena is worth a stop: 2 hours from Puerto Lleras, 8km from Cano Cristales.
La Macarena is a town located in Meta Department, Colombia. With a population of 3,466, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, La Macarena sits in Colombia, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Bogota time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add La Macarena to your route.
La Macarena is a town and municipality in the Meta Department, located about 280 km (170 m) south of Bogotá, Colombia.
The town was included in the former El Caguan DMZ. Now, back in the control of Colombian Army and Police Force, the town is a growing ecotourism destination, particularly for the five coloured riverRead more
Caño Cristales considered one of the most beautiful in the world. La Macarena is served by La Macarena Airport.
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La Macarena is located in Meta Department, Colombia, South America. The coordinates are 2.1827 latitude, -73.7871 longitude.
La Macarena has a population of approximately 3,466 people, making it a town in Colombia.
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natural wonder
Known as the River of Five Colors or the Liquid Rainbow, this remote river displays vivid reds, yellows, greens, and blues from aquatic plants.
8 km · about 15 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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