Caño Cristales – The River of Seven Colours

Caño Cristales - The River of Seven Colors is a Colombian river located in the Serrania de la Macarena province of Meta, and is a tributary of the Guayabero River

The Liquid Rainbow is caused by a unique phenomena: a red plant – Macarenia clavigera – growing in the riverbed. Other colors come from black rocks, green algae, blue water and yellow sand, producing an iridescent effect.

The river also features waterfalls, pools and caverns, making it even more dramatic. Furthermore – there are no fish or other creatures, so visitors can enjoy uninterrupted bathing in Caño Cristales.