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Laguna Hedionda, Bolivia
Elevated aromas
Sights more than make up for smells here on the shores of this Bolivian saline lake. The sulfur-laden Laguna Hedionda (translating to 'stinking lake') lies above 4,000 metres on the Altiplano of the Andes, near the foot of the volcano Ollagüe. In contrast to its great elevation, Hedionda's depth is less than a 30 centimetres on average, so even if you hold your nose, don't expect to do the backstroke on this backcountry water body. Time your visit right, though, and you'll see flocks of flamingos and other wallowing waterfowl.
Elevated aromas
Sights more than make up for smells here on the shores of this Bolivian saline lake. The sulfur-laden Laguna Hedionda (translating to 'stinking lake') lies above 4,000 metres on the Altiplano of the Andes, near the foot of the volcano Ollagüe. In contrast to its great elevation, Hedionda's depth is less than a 30 centimetres on average, so even if you hold your nose, don't expect to do the backstroke on this backcountry water body. Time your visit right, though, and you'll see flocks of flamingos and other wallowing waterfowl.
The name for these salty shallows translates to 'stinking lake,' but nothing stinks about this view.
© Heeb Photos / eStock Photo 2026-09-11 08:45:51 :