Yahuarcaca Lakes
Lagos de Yahuarcaca
An Amazonian floodplain lake on the edge of Leticia, where you can take a small boat out to see giant water lilies, waterbirds and a sunset over the lake.
The Lagos de Yahuarcaca are a group of seasonal floodplain lakes just northwest of Leticia, connected to the Amazon River, and their levels change dramatically with the seasons. During high water, you can take a small boat from a community on the edge of town into the lake area to see giant water lilies (Victoria amazonica), waterbirds and flooded forest. The sunset over the lake in the evening is beautiful. Nearby Rafista and Santa Sofía also have viewing spots for giant water lilies. The trip is short and can be done as a half-day round trip, making it ideal for visitors with limited time. Arrange it through a Leticia travel agency or with boatmen at the dock.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Parque Santander Parrots
- Ethnographic Museum of Leticia
- Santa Rosa (Peru)
- Mundo Amazónico
- Tabatinga
- Tanimboca Nature Reserve
- Isla de los Micos
- Amacayacu National Park